If you thought you’d missed your chance to enter the “This Old newspaper!?” Reader Contest, you’re in luck. The Ontario Community Newspaper’s Association has extended the deadline, to allow school participation, now that it’s confirmed that classes are back. Entrants now have until Thursday, October 8, to turn in their […]
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Marilou Amarille entered a golden swan sculpture into the “This old Newspaper!?” reader contest. She’ll join others from across the province after Thanksgiving, for a chance to win $1,000.
Merna Emara
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Sunset Water Sports officially used the adaptive water equipment donated by Child and Family Services last weekend. Family and friends came to Point Park to watch and cheer for Nicole LePine, 22, the first person to use the adaptive sit ski after volunteers received extensive training on how to provide […]
By Merna Emara
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memara@fortfrances.com
Staff writer
memara@fortfrances.com
Hospital workers held their second rally in Fort Frances to oppose Bill 195 on August 29 in front of MPP Greg Rickford’s constituency office on 279 Scott St. Under Bill 195, also known as the Reopening Ontario Act, healthcare employees can have their leaves of absences or vacations cancelled, can […]
Ken Kellar Chadwick Boseman, an American actor perhaps best known for his roles as the Black Panther in the Marvel film Black Panther, and barrier-breaking baseball legend Jackie Robinson in the film 42, died August 28 due to colon cancer, at only 43 years old. In the days since Boseman’s […]
Merna Emara
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
There is no doubt COVID-19 took its toll on how businesses operate. Some businesses had to lay off a substantial amount of their staff members and others were able to make ends meet with help of the wage subsidy. Although each business had its own unique challenge, many share one […]
Merna Emara
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Emo Mayor Harold McQuaker is currently being investigated by the township’s integrity commissioner. Because the investigation is active, the nature of the complaint will not be disclosed until a decision is made. During the public portion of the last Emo municipal council meeting, McQuaker disclosed that he is being investigated, […]
Ken Kellar
A local volleyball coach is hoping to elevate the sport to a new level in the district.Terry McMahon has started 807 Selects Volleyball Club with the aim of increasing the skill levels of volleyball players in the district and giving more opportunities for those interested in pursuing the sport at […]
Fort Frances Lakers
The Fort Frances Lakers held their annual general meeting on Monday, August 10, 2020, with a change in leadership. After 10 years as President of the Lakers Association, Milt Strachan announced his departure from the club. “After many years in this game, it’s time for me to step aside. I’ve […]
Jeff Gustafson photo Combining traditional 2D sonar with Down-Imaging helps distinguish what you’re electronics are telling you. That is a school of walleye on Lake of the Woods from a few days ago. – Jeff Gustafson photo
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Board members of the Rainy River District Women’s Institute Emo Museum are feeling cautiously optimistic for the future of the historic facility. A recent meeting, held to generate volunteers and new board members, “was well attended,” according to museum board member Annie van Rozen. To continue to build interest, the […]
By Megan Walchuk
Kids and parents are getting set to return to the classroom over the next week, but for teachers and education staff, the work is already in full swing. School staff have been cleaning surfaces, placing distancing stickers, and undergoing training on emerging health and safety recommendations. It’s the culmination of […]
