Ken Kellar photo When parks staff found themselves unable to keep up with the work of maintaining cemeteries, the Town hired a small student crew, which is dedicated to the facilities. Mayor caul has been pleased with the results, and thanks families and other citizens who have pitched in to […]
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Merna Emara
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The cemeteries in Fort Frances have a history of being well-kept and beautiful. Weeds were always trimmed, flowers planted and plots cleaned. Then COVID-19 swept in, shutting down services, and the cemeteries’ state fell below expectations, to the dismay of residents. However, lifting restrictions across Ontario enabled the town to […]
Submitted photo A local resident was dismayed by trash left in the local skate park while setting up for an event. Until she turned a corner, and found mayor June Caul pitching in to clean the park herself.
Submitted photo A local resident was dismayed by trash left in the local skate park while setting up for an event. Until she turned a corner, and found mayor June Caul pitching in to clean the park herself. – Submitted photos
Press Release
Today, the Town of Fort Frances and the Agency One First Nations of Couchiching, Nigigoonsiminikaaning, Naicatchewenin, and Mitaanjigamiing made the following statement: “In May 2019, we came together to celebrate the signing of our Joint Declaration of Intent and Friendship. This pivotal document outlined the principles upon which the Town […]
Mishel Poiron photo Residents and staff of Front Street Manor gathered next to the sign commenmorating Lindsay Swerhun that has been placed in hte yard of the manor. Donations made in Swerhun’s name helped to replace a gazebo that was destroyed by weather several years ago, along with other improvements […]
Jack Elliott photo Time is running out to buy tickets on the RRBB Lions Club Pontoon draw. The big draw is set for September 19, but organizers don’t see tickets lasting more than another week. So hunt down your favourite Lion, or get to one of hte retail outlets offering […]
Submitted photo Mira Donaldson spent 10 days in Honduras with Global Bridgades helping to enhance public health and reduce inequalities.
Jack Elliott photo A guide displays silk caterpillar cocoons, ready to be unravelled for silk production.
Jack Elliott photo Norma Elliott tours the wares at the silk facility.
Jack Elliott photo The souring skyline of Shanghai features gleaming skyscrapers, over traffic-filled streets.
Jack Elliott photo Thousands of artifacts are on display in the Shanghai Museum.
