TORONTO – Two stars of the soon-to-be-finished series “Kim’s Convenience” are each getting their own show, one of which is a spinoff created by the showrunner of the CBC hit comedy. The public broadcaster says Nicole Power and Andrew Phung will star in new, half-hour original comedies set to launch […]
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By Mark Kennedy
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
NEW YORK – A graphic novel for children from the wildly popular “Captain Underpants” series is being pulled from library and book store shelves after its publisher said it “perpetuates passive racism.” The book under scrutiny is 2010’s “The Adventures of Ook and Gluk” by Dav Pilkey, who has apologized, […]
THE CANADIAN PRESS
A Canadian man moved nearly 200 spots up the world golf rankings, while a Canadian woman took a step toward earning an LPGA Tour card on a big weekend for the sport in the country. Adam Svensson of Surrey, B.C., is up to 282nd in the rankings after starting last […]
WINNIPEG – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers say in their 2020 annual report that restrictions introduced to combat the spread of COVID-19 have resulted in a $7-million loss. The Blue Bombers said the rapid spread of the novel coronavirus and related restrictions had a “devastating impact” on sports across Canada, including […]
By Dave Campbell
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
MINNEAPOLIS – The Minnesota Vikings have added more seasoning to their secondary, agreeing to contract terms with cornerback Mackensie Alexander and safety Xavier Woods. The Vikings on Monday announced the deals, which were pending completion of a physical exam. Alexander made a quick return to Minnesota, which drafted him in […]
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Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) has identified that there was a low level risk of COVID-19 exposure in many business locations throughout Dryden between March 9 and March 24, 2021. All individuals who had high risk exposure to COVID-19 have been notified and given specific instructions. Anyone who has shopped in […]
Staff
(FORT FRANCES, ON) – A suspect being held in connection to a serious assault in downtown Fort Frances has had his charges upgraded to Attempt murder. A 30-year-old Big Grassy First Nation man has now been charged with Attempt murder. The OPP had previously charged the man with Aggravated assault […]
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The OPP are sending out their thanks to the public for their assistance in locating a missing Burditt Lake man. Hal Harasymyk has been located. Out of respect for Hal’s loved ones, no other details are being released by police at this time. Hal was reported missing by concerned friends […]
By Merna Emara
Staff Writer
memara@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
memara@fortfrances.com
The Fort Frances council had their last biweekly meeting of March on Monday. During the meeting, both the recommendations to rename Colonization Roads and to amend Erin Crescent lot prices were approved. A budget presentation was also given by treasurer Dawn Galusha. Colonization Road Council unanimously approved the recommendation put […]
Crews closed the international bridge and worked overnight from 8:00 p.m. on Saturday until 4:00 a.m. Sunday morning to take down the overhanging structure connecting the north and south portions of the old mill. Demolition has also begun on the northern-most portions of the mill along Central Ave. –Ken Kellar […]
By Merna Emara
Staff Writer
memara@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
memara@fortfrances.com
Council aims to bring lots in line with market value Fort Frances council approved the recommendation to sell the 27 lots on Erin Crescent for a cheaper price tag than what had originally been advertised. This item was recommended during the last Planning and Executive Committee meeting when municipal clerk, […]
TORONTO – Ontario plans to spend billions to fight the COVID-19 pandemic, help small businesses and support families. The province has unveiled a $186.1-billion budget that also shows a $33.1 billion deficit, which the government says will take until 2029 to eliminate. The spending plan contains $6.7 billion for pandemic-related […]
