The Associated PressGenaro C. Armas GREEN BAY, Wis.–Wide right, times two. Daniel Carlson missed two field goals in overtime, including one from 35 yards as time expired, as the Minnesota Vikings had to settle for a 29-29 tie with the Green Bay Packers after rallying from a late 13-point deficit […]

From the MNRF No new fires were confirmed in the Northwest Region by early yesterday evening. One new fire was reported Friday evening and confirmed Saturday near Ash Bay on Rainy Lake. Fort Frances Fire #78, located about 35 km north of Fort Frances, later was declared “out” at 0.1 […]

Staff An exhibit marking the Fort Frances Museum’s 40th anniversary will open this week, kicking off with a wine-and-cheese reception this Wednesday (Sept. 19) from 4-7 p.m. Museum curator Sherry George said the new exhibit also recognizes the 120th anniversary of the building which houses the museum. Some residents may […]

Staff It was a weekend of thrilling hockey that ultimately saw both sides pull out a win. The Red Lake Miners got goals from seven different players to pull out a 7-5 win over the Fort Frances Lakers in SIJHL pre-season action Saturday night at the Cochenour Arena. Each team […]

Staff The Muskie football team showed no signs of rust in their first game of the WHSFL season. Just a week after having to forfeit their opener against the host Churchill Bulldogs due to not having enough players showing up for practice, the black-and-gold were firing on all cylinders Friday […]

By America’S Test Kitchen The Associated Press These scones are a flaky, honey-glazed brunch delight, brimming with juicy, sweet berries in a buttery, rich crumb. We achieved a perfectly crumbly texture by incorporating butter in two ways, processing some with flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt for even distribution, then […]

By America’S Test Kitchen The Associated Press This ultra-rich coffee cake is pure decadence, from its nutty topping and dramatic swirls of cinnamon sugar to its supremely moist, dense crumb. We cut softened butter into the dry ingredients for a tight, velvety crumb, and sour cream delivered distinct tang. Sprinkling […]

By America’S Test Kitchen The Associated Press With a tangy, rich flavour and velvety consistency, cheesecake’s characteristic qualities make it well-suited to variation: Lemon cheesecake, chocolate cheesecake, and berry cheesecake are all common. But our favourite variation might just be pumpkin cheesecake. We love the way the tangy cream cheese […]

By Sara Moulton The Associated Press Now that my kids are on their own and cooking for themselves, both have thanked me for passing on one technique in particular: how to cook a thin piece of protein and make a pan sauce from the drippings. It is indeed a quick, […]

By Sara Moulton The Associated Press Now that my kids are on their own and cooking for themselves, both have thanked me for passing on one technique in particular: how to cook a thin piece of protein and make a pan sauce from the drippings. It is indeed a quick, […]

By Katie Workman The Associated Press With the arrival of fall, my produce thoughts start moving from things that grow above the ground to things that grow under it. Yes, my fellow seasonal cooks, root vegetable season is heading our way. I always feel a little like a homesteader when […]

The Associated Press HAWTHORNE, Calif. — SpaceX is on the verge of announcing the name of person who would be the first private passenger on a trip around the moon. The identity of the traveller will be revealed at SpaceX headquarters in Hawthorne, California, during an event Monday evening. SpaceX […]