The Associated PressCharles Odum ATLANTA–Vince Carter grabbed his career milestone with a last-second dunk–long after his first NBA team had the victory secured. Kyle Lowry scored 21 points during his first triple-double of the season and the Toronto Raptors never trailed while beating the reeling Atlanta Hawks 124-108 last night. […]
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The Canadian PressDarren Haynes CALGARY–Sam Bennett continues to make the most of increased playing time. Bennett scored the go-ahead goal and added an assist as the Calgary Flames erupted for five first-period goals, then hung on for a 6-3 victory over the Winnipeg Jets last night. Tied 1-1, the Flames […]
The Canadian PressDean Bennett EDMONTON–The Calgary Stampeders’ beleaguered receiving corps got a bit of good news yesterday as receiver Eric Rogers suggested he’ll be good to go against Ottawa on Grey Cup Sunday. “Everyone’s a little banged up at this time of year, some more than others,” Rogers told reporters […]
Staff A group of kindergarten students at St. Michael’s School recently were recognized by the principal for their environmental efforts. During the class’s nature walk, Logan Dallas, Aela Drombolis, Ainsley Johnson, and Jasper Dennis noticed the school’s bike rack was chained to a tree. “They saw the chain ‘choking’ the […]
The wrong headline was used for a front-page story that jumped to page A6 in yesterday’s Times. The “Spirit of Christmas” jump ended up under a headline that instead referred to the story on “Louis Riel Day.” The Times regrets any confusion or disappointment this error may have caused.
From the OPP Members of the Rainy River District OPP would like to advise the public of the Festive R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) campaign that is taking place from Nov. 23-Jan. 2. Officers will be conducting R.I.D.E. programs throughout the district during this time period and beyond to combat […]
Staff The surging Thunder Bay North Stars used a hat trick from Keighan Gerrie to skate to their seventh-straight win in a 6-3 decision over the Fort Frances Lakers in SIJHL action last night at the Fort William Gardens. The Lakers (9-10-0-0) actually opened the scoring when captain Nick Lucas […]
From the OPP On Nov. 19, members of the Rainy River District OPP and the Community Street Crime Unit started an investigation into the trafficking of crystal methamphetamine in Rainy River District. At 6:55 p.m., members of the Atikokan OPP conducted a vehicle stop. Two male occupants were located in […]
Look for areas of freezing drizzle late tonight, with an overnight low of minus-five C (23 F) and south winds gusting up to 18 km/h. Tomorrow will be cloudy but mild, with a high of four (39) and low around minus-four (24) Expect south winds gusting up to 13 km/h. […]
Barb EverettSubmitted by The local Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary met on Nov. 14, with 32 members in attendance. The charter was draped in memory of Gloria Bergner. An election of officers for 2019 was held, with Alfreda Easton to be president, Leslie as first vice, Christina McDougall as second vice, and […]
From the OPP Members of the Rainy River District OPP had requested the public’s assistance in solving five break-and-enters that occurred on the Red Wing Road in the Morson area over the past week. Unknown culprit(s) entered the residences and stole numerous items, including alcohol, a generator, a television, and […]
The Canadian PressBrett Martel NEW ORLEANS–The latest chance for Saints’ fans to show Drew Brees their gratitude for the many memorable, triumphant moments he’s brought them comes on Thanksgiving night. The Saints (9-1) are riding an NFL-high, nine-game winning streak as the rival Atlanta Falcons (4-6) land in New Orleans, […]
