By Carla K. Johnson The Associated Press The youngest children in kindergarten are more likely to be diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in early grades, a study shows, an intriguing finding for parents on the fence about when to start their child in school. The study found younger students, […]
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By John Flesher The Associated Press TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. — Fortifying an Illinois waterway to prevent invasive carp from using it as a path to Lake Michigan could cost nearly three times as much as federal planners previously thought, according to an updated report. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers […]
By Erika Kinetz The Associated Press SHANGHAI — When Shan Junhua bought his white Tesla Model X, he knew it was a fast, beautiful car. What he didn’t know is that Tesla constantly sends information about the precise location of his car to the Chinese government. Tesla is not alone. […]
Duane Hicks Christmas is a time when magical memories that last a lifetime are made, so why not make sure this one is special for all district children? The Kenora-Rainy River Districts Child and Family Services’ annual “Adopt an Angel” campaign is underway again, with trees now up at Walmart, […]
Duane Hicks Mayor Roy Avis said Monday evening that his 21 years on town council has been both challenging and rewarding, and he wished the incoming mayor and council all of the best.
Duane Hicks Sometimes, the best part about volunteering is the other volunteers. At least that’s the opinion of Cynthia Donald, who was surprised and humbled to be honoured as the 2018 “Citizen of the Year” for Fort Frances during Monday night’s council meeting. She noted that mayor-elect June Caul had […]
Duane Hicks Volunteers Susan Chiasson, left, and Johanna Strahl got ready for the next round of gift-buying customers during the C.W.L. of St. Mary’s Parish’s Christmas tea and bazaar on Nov. 18. The very popular event featured handmade crafts, draws, a silent auction, and a kids’ zone, as well as […]
Duane Hicks Outgoing mayor Roy Avis this week marked the end of a 21-year career in municipal politics, calling it “a long but satisfying journey.” “I had been committed to the second and fourth Monday of every month for 21 years and I will have to refocus on a future […]
Duane Hicks Do you quilt, cross-stitch, knit, sew, bead, hook, felt, spin, weave, or otherwise craft using textiles? If so, the Fort Frances Museum & Cultural Centre wants you to enter your creations in its “Fibre Arts Festival 2019.” The deadline to enter finished pieces is Jan. 15, with the […]
Duane Hicks The town will be looking at upgrading its White Pine lift station next year. Based on studies done in the past two years, the Operations and Facilities executive committee has recommended money be brought forward in the 2019 capital budget to complete detailed design of lift station upgrades […]
Submitted byForests Ontario Buying a natural Christmas tree is a win-win–it brings the beauty and aroma of Ontario’s forests inside your home for the holidays. A real tree is eco-friendly and supports the provincial economy. More than 500 farmers produce upwards of one million Christmas trees each year in Ontario. […]
Marilyn ErwinSubmitted by If you’ve entered La Verendrye Hospital using the ramp access outside of the E.R. department recently, you may have noticed a little something extra. On the wall opposite the registration desk is a map of a different kind. Using bold graphics underscored with precise labelling is a […]
