From the MNRF A Fort Frances man has been fined $2,800 for hunting offences under the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act. Michael Shine pleaded guilty and was fined $2,000 for careless hunting and $800 for trespassing to hunt. He also received a probation order to complete 50 hours of community […]
Local Sports
Jamie Mountain It was a successful endeavour for the Muskie and Rainy River Owl badminton teams at the NWOSSAA championships last Wednesday in Thunder Bay. Muskies Aaron Bujold, Michaela Putzer, Lauryn Marchant, and Tayah Badiuk, along with Jackson Arpin of the Owls, all qualified for the all-Ontarios that runs tomorrow […]
There were more winners in the Rainy River District Mutual Aid Association’s weekly cash calendar draw. Winning $30 for April 22-28 were Jo Ann DeGagne (Atikokan), Nick and Erica Roy (Thunder Bay), Guy and Brenda Johnston (Fort Frances), Randy and Gayle Asselin (Pinewood), Billy Faragher Jr. (Rainy River), Walter Wagner […]
Press Release Gil Labine, chair of the North West Local Health Integration Network (LHIN), last week announced the appointment of Dr. Rhonda Crocker-Ellacott as the new CEO for the North West LHIN. “The board of directors wishes to acknowledge the high calibre of skills and abilities that Rhonda brings to […]
Staff Cody Brown now can add a new title to his name: national champion. The Fort Frances resident was a member of the Northern Ontario ‘B’ team, comprised of fellow Sunset Country bowlers, that captured the gold medal at the 2018 Inter-Provincial National Championship on Saturday afternoon in Charlottetown, P.E.I. […]
Jamie Mountain Talk about a strong showing for the Muskie track-and-field contingent at the Lake of the Woods meet yesterday in Baudette, Mn. The black-and-gold snagged a multitude of top-five finishes across a variety of events. Sekina Scheibler nabbed gold in boys’ discus with a throw of 139′,09″. Sean Huziak […]
Staff Add another name to the list of Fort Frances Lakers who will be with a different team next season. The Lakers announced Friday that defenceman Jack Dunnell has committed to playing for the University of Mary Marauders. The Bismarck, N.D.-based team will play its inaugural season in the American […]
Staff Several district high school badminton players have advanced to the all-Ontarios set for this Thursday through Saturday in Windsor. Muskie Aaron Bujold booked his spot by going undefeated in senior boys’ singles play at the NWOSSAA championships last Wednesday in Thunder Bay. In senior girls’ play, fellow Muskie Michaela […]
Staff The Fort Frances Lakers yesterday announced that forward Jack Bernie has committed to the University of Southern Maine to play for the Huskies’ hockey program next season. Bernie will join fellow Lakers’ alumnus Maverick Lynes, who was a freshman with the Huskies this past season. “We thank Jack for […]
Jamie Mountain It was a solid showing overall for the Muskie track-and-field contingent at the Bronco Booster Track & Field Invite varsity meet held Tuesday at Falls High School. Sekina Scheibler claimed top spot in boys’ discus with a throw of 137′,08.25″ while Aaron Scheibler was right behind at 105′,50″. […]
Staff It was a “banner” weekend for a group of Fort Frances bowlers in Kenora. The local contingent garnered 41 points overall to capture the annual “Aggregate” tournament that pits the four clubs making up Sunset Country competing against each other in various divisions. Balmertown was next with 28 total […]
Staff Chicago Blackhawks’ defenceman Duncan Keith was among the 31 NHL players nominated for the this year’s King Clancy Memorial Trophy. The trophy is awarded to the player who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice, and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community. Nominees for […]
