Duane Hicks While more and more of the work gets done at the future Rainy Lake Square each day, plans for a grand opening and first Saturday market are on hold for now. Top 40 cover band “Pop Vegas” still will perform the fourth and final concert in the “Rainy […]
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Staff It’s “Mental Illness Awareness Week” (Oct. 1-7) and the public is urged to show its support by taking part in the fifth-annual “Steps Against Stigma” here this Wednesday evening. Hosted by the Fort Frances branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association, opening ceremonies (including warm-up exercises with Energy Fitness […]
Staff The local Legion has expressed some safety concerns to town council, including upgrading the crosswalk outside the building. “We feel that since this crosswalk is being used by seniors, as well as other citizens, some of whom use canes, wheelchairs, and walkers, crossing from the parking lot to access […]
An article in yesterday’s Times incorrectly stated the annual “Trunk or Treat,” organized by the “Project Safe Hallowe’en” committee, is slated for Monday, Oct. 31 from 5-7 p.m. at the Fort Frances Public Library. In fact, Oct. 31 falls on Tuesday this year. The Times regrets any inconvenience this error […]
Staff The “Life Chain,” a time to silently reflect and pray on pro-life issues, will take place this Sunday (Oct. 1) from 2:30-3:30 p.m. in downtown Fort Frances. Participants will line the north side of Scott Street from Armit Avenue to as far west as their numbers will allow. Each […]
Duane Hicks A group of north-end residents is asking for better roads. In a letter received by council during its public budget meeting Monday night, Amy Marchuk pointed out she sent a letter to the town regarding road upgrades back on July 3, 2003. She heard no reply, and inquired […]
Robin McCormickDevlin correspondent Guthrie United Church will host its annual “Harvest Supper,” featuring turkey, ham, and all the trimmings, this Sunday (Oct. 1) from 5-7 p.m. at the Devlin Hall. Admission is $18 for adults and $10 for kids aged six-12 (those five and under are free). Come out for […]
Duane Hicks Who will be the 30th Citizen of the Year here? The Town of Fort Frances once again is putting out a call for nominations to honour a citizen who has made an impact on the community. “The nomination process is set to open and will close on Thursday, […]
Staff It’s time to start thinking spooky. “Trunk or Treat” will be back for its fourth year this Hallowe’en, with organizers once again looking for locals to get into the “spirit” of the season by decorating vehicles. The annual event, organized by the “Project Safe Hallowe’en” committee, is slated for […]
Staff The Fort Frances Choraliers, led by Diane Maxey, are welcoming new voices to join them for this year’s Christmas cantata. “I want my other regulars back, of course, but we’re always looking for new ones,” she told the Times. “I’ve got a couple of younger ones coming in from […]
Duane Hicks The Fort Frances Museum Advisory Committee is making a 2018 budget request to town council: hire a full-time assistant there. In a letter which council received at its public budget meeting Monday night, the committee, including Debbie Ballard (chair), Mary Hickling, Caren Fagerdahl, Nell Laur, and Robert Schulz, […]
Press Release Registrations are now being accepted for the Seniors’ Fair being held Friday, Oct. 6 at the Sister Kennedy Centre. To register, drop by the centre (401 Nelson St.) or call 274-7656. Although there is no cost to attend the Seniors’ Fair, organizers will need to know numbers in […]
