The Associated PressJill LawlessDanica Kirka LONDON–Britain’s top domestic security official today described the attack on a former Russian spy and his daughter with a rare chemical agent as a “brazen and reckless act” that will be answered without hesitation when the facts become clear. Home Secretary Amber Rudd told the […]
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The Canadian PressPaige Kreutzwieser REGINA–Alberta’s Brendan Bottcher has put his rink in great position heading into the Championship Pool at the Tim Hortons Brier. Bottcher finished the final day of round-robin play at the Canadian men’s curling championship with a 9-2 win over Wild Card Mike McEwen yesterday to earn […]
The Associated PressDoug Ferguson PALM HARBOR, Fla.–Jordan Spieth is among the young stars in golf with only a glimpse–if even that–of how Tiger Woods could take over a tournament with his game and appeal. That moment for Spieth came in a practice round at Muirfield Village, with Woods as his […]
The Canadian PressJim Bronskill OTTAWA–The mayor of Canada’s biggest city is stressing the need for more money and stronger laws to fight the scourge of gang-related gun violence. Toronto Mayor John Tory said yesterday that while Canada generally has tight controls on firearms, there are “some holes that exist in […]
Duane Hicks A vendors’ market meant for young entrepreneurs to get some experience–and make a few bucks–is slated for next Thursday (March 15). The “Mini-Market” will run from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. downstairs at Curvy Chick (256 Scott St.) “It’s just to give them something to do during the March Break […]
The Associated Press BUFFALO, N.Y.–Calgary Flames’ rookie goalie David Rittich cared little about missing out on his first career shutout bid with 18 seconds left. The first 25 shots he stopped mattered more–and Calgary snapping a four-game skid to gain ground in a tightly-contested Western Conference playoff race with a […]
The Associated PressNoah Trister DETROIT–In the final seconds of both regulation and overtime, DeMar DeRozan pushed the ball up the court and went straight toward the basket. The first time, he threw down a dunk for the game’s most spectacular highlight. Then a few minutes later, DeRozan had the ball […]
Staff In the spirit of International Women’s Day (March 8), the Rainy River District Women’s Shelter of Hope wants local women to know they are here to help. If you’re a woman and you require services such as court advocacy, risk assessment, supportive counselling, or assistance in preventing homelessness, contact […]
Duane Hicks Staff and students at Fort Frances High School, along with individuals and businesses in the community, have come together to help a FFHS student with a terminal illness do some of the things he’s always wanted to do, including attend an NHL game over the March Break. Grade […]
Press Release The Backus Community Center is pleased to announce Kat Perkins, from Season 6 of “The Voice” television show, will perform this Saturday (March 10) at 7 p.m. at the Backus Auditorium in International Falls. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are available in advance at Betty’s in Fort […]
Jamie Mountain Maybe it wasn’t the ending they had envisioned but the outcome certainly wasn’t due to a lack of effort. The Muskie boys’ hockey team saw its season come to a screeching halt Tuesday night as the Sioux Lookout Warriors pulled out a thrilling 4-3 double-overtime victory at the […]
Staff The SIJHL yesterday announced the rescheduling of last night’s game between the Fort Frances Lakers and visiting English River Miners. It now will be held this Sunday (March 11) at 2:30 p.m. at the Ice for Kids Arena. The cause of the postponement was issues with the Miners’ bus […]
