Sam Odrowski Construction of the Seven Generations Education Institute’s new facility on Agency One lands here is nearing completion. Jarnel Contracting is wrapping up the finishing touches on the interior of the 40,000 sq. ft. building, which is set to open early in the New Year. Once the facility opens, […]
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Duane Hicks The Fort Frances Choraliers impressed the audience of nearly 300 people at the Townshend Theatre on Sunday afternoon with their performance of the annual Christmas cantata, this year entitled “Good News from Home.” But what if Borderland residents could enjoy high-quality vocal performances by talented ensemble members more […]
Duane Hicks Word Thursday that Repap Resources Group has notified Resolute Forest Products that it wishes to buy the local paper mill’s assets and start producing packaging grades (sack kraft papers) next year already has got people thinking positively about 2019 and beyond. “It’s definitely positive news,” Fort Frances Chamber […]
Press Release 4-H Canada is proud to announce that the Farm Credit Canada (FCC) 4-H Club Fund has provided $114,250 to 233 clubs across Canada to support various activities and local events. The Club Fund is part of FCC’s $250,000 annual commitment to 4-H Canada. In addition to supporting local […]
From the ODA Dentists across Ontario hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday season, and are gifting you with helpful dental tips to keep it a merry time for your mouth. Whether you’re staying in with family and friends, or heading out to parties between now and New Year’s, […]
Dave OgilvieEmo correspondent The annual “Polar Plunge,” organized by the Voyageur Lions Club of Fort Frances, once again will be held on Sand Bay on New Year’s Day. For more info or to get a pledge sheet, call Bill Michl at 276-1334. Jump for your group and you will receive […]
Sam Odrowski Sawyer, left, and Peyton Jourdain took a seat on Mr. and Mrs. Claus’ laps on Saturday at The Christmas Store (Lowey’s Greenhouse & Market Garden) to tell them what they wanted for Christmas and have their picture taken by Travis Glowasky of Studio Gibbous. Santa reminded the children […]
Press Release La Verendrye General Hospital has transitioned fully to a centralized model for patient registration and visitor information. From 8 a.m.-8 p.m., all hospital patients and visitors should use the Main Entrance off Front Street and proceed to the First Floor Registration via the elevators or stairs to one […]
Press Release The Sleepy Owl is pleased to be a part of the beautiful and exciting things happening in downtown Fort Frances. We’re literally making space for it! The hotel was purchased in February of last year by a young entrepreneur. He and his team are working together to find […]
Duane Hicks For an impressive 31 years, the community Christmas dinner sees local residents from all walks of life come together for food and fellowship–and next Tuesday will be no different. The Fort Frances Volunteer Bureau will be hosting the annual dinner from noon-2 p.m. on Christmas Day at Knox […]
Duane Hicks Jim MacDonald Motors will have a new owner as of Jan. 2, 2019. Nick Beyak, who currently owns Sunset Country Ford here and Dryden GM, has purchased a third dealership. “Being from Fort, and having the GM dealership here in Dryden and the Ford dealership down there, it […]
Sam Odrowski A handful of people turned out to the open house at local MPP Greg Rickford’s constituency office at 276 Scott St. yesterday afternoon. Baked goods and apple cider was enjoyed by those who came out. Mr. Rickford unfortunately could not attend in person as he was called away […]
