By Christina Larson The Associated Press WASHINGTON — Scientists have found the oldest known example of an animal drawing: a red silhouette of a bull-like beast on the wall of an Indonesian cave. The sketch is at least 40,000 years old, slightly older than similar animal paintings found in famous […]

By Steve Karnowski The Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS — Fresh off of becoming the first Somali-American elected to Congress, Ilhan Omar said Wednesday that she’s still enjoying being known for her firsts. In 2016 the one-time refugee became the first Somali-American elected to a state legislature in the U.S. when she […]

By Krysta Fauria The Associated Press THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — A hooded gunman dressed entirely in black opened fire on a crowd at a country dance bar holding a weekly “college night” in Southern California, killing 12 people and sending hundreds fleeing including some who used barstools to break windows […]

By Rod McGuirk THE ASSOCIATED PRESS CANBERRA., Australia — Australia’s prime minister on Thursday outlined plans to increase investments in infrastructure in the South Pacific as China’s influence in those nations grows. Prime Minister Scott Morrison also detailed plans for greater military and diplomatic engagement with Australia’s island neighbours who […]

Duane Hicks Volunteer Jorja Pope, top left, offered Ron Bridgeman some sandwiches while her friend, and Bridgeman’s granddaughter, Piper Cross, refilled his coffee Sunday afternoon during the annual Remembrance Day Tea hosted by the Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary at the Legion Hall. Below left, Logan Neurisnki and her brother, Brayden, got […]

Duane Hicks Laura Gosse, community engagement co-ordinator for the Fort Frances Museum & Cultural Centre, showed off a set of paddles made and donated by Friends of the Museum members Eric Fagerdahl during the live auction. One paddle has an image of the “Hallett” burned into it while the other […]

Duane Hicks Diane Clifford, left, Val Calder, and Min Crowe had a friendly chat as music played and festive laughter filled the air on the main floor of the museum Thursday evening during “Novemberfest.”

Duane Hicks Jordie Baird performed songs throughout most of the evening, only take short breaks for the stein-holding contests and live auction.

Duane Hicks The appeal of German desserts made upstairs at the museum a popular stop for the those attending “Novemberfest.” Here, Jason and Barb Kabel each indulged their sweet tooth.

Sam Odrowski Lori Maki, left, Lisa Belluz, Jacquee Loerzel, Tyson Dennis, Coun. June Caul, and Mayor Roy Avis held up the bright purple “Shine the Light” flag before it was raised in front of the Civic Centre on Thursday morning. The “Shine the Light” campaign is meant to bring the […]

Duane Hicks Debbie Collett was dressed in the spirit of the event as she enjoyed a plate of Bavarian fare. Flint House served up a smorgasbord of tasty food, ranging from bratwurst and Black Forest ham to soft pretzels and cheese dip.