The Canadian PressLinda Givetash VANCOUVER–The recent appointment of a minister of loneliness in the United Kingdom to tackle social isolation is an acknowledgment of a problem Canadian experts say needs to be addressed here, as well. B.C.’s seniors’ advocate Isobel Mackenzie said whether government intervention is the right approach remains […]
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By Marilynn Marchione The Associated Press Save your life but harm your heart? Health experts are sounding a warning as potential side effects of a growing number of breast cancer treatments come to light. In its first statement on the topic, the American Heart Association on Thursday said women should […]
By Elizabeth Karmel The Associated Press I have been a fan of homemade granola for as long as I can remember. I literally grew up with it as my mother made it way before it was a trend to do so. When I was in college, I would pack big […]
The Canadian Press Two of Canada’s better-known rewards programs merge today as Shoppers Optimum and PC Plus become PC Optimum. Loblaw says they’ve had some “bumps” during the merger, with some members complaining online about troubles with the new app and points conversions. However, the company says it’s seeing massive […]
The Canadian PressEmanuel Sequeira PENTICTON, B.C.–Alberta’s Casey Scheidegger cruised to a 9-2 win over Quebec’s Emilia Gagne at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts. Scheidegger jumped out to a 5-0 lead after three ends, then shut the door with a deuce in the eighth end yesterday at the South Okanagan Events […]
The Canadian PressRob Maaddi BLOOMINGTON, Minn.–Wrestling masks have replaced the dog masks. The underdog Philadelphia Eagles are having fun with the media frenzy leading up to the Super Bowl against the New England Patriots. They’re staying relaxed and loose, and won’t be intimidated by their opponent’s incredible success. Three-time Pro […]
The Associated PressJohn Nicholson SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.–Phil Mickelson and Jon Rahm got the party started early today in the Waste Management Phoenix Open. The former Arizona State stars will begin play with Xander Schauffele on the 10th tee at TPC Scottsdale just before 8 a.m. (local time). They will hit the […]
The Canadian PressKyle Cicerella TORONTO–Justin Holl walked into Air Canada Centre on his own a couple of hours before puck-drop last night, with his minor-league equipment bag and a bundle of sticks in his hands. He originally expected to have the day off as he was returning from the AHL’s […]
Press Release Family-friendly comedian Daren Streblow will perform on Friday, Feb. 2 at 7 p.m. at the Backus Auditorium in International Falls. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are available in advance at Betty’s in Fort Frances, J&D Foods in Littlefork, and City Drug and Backus in the Falls […]
Staff The proposed calendar for the 2018-19 school year could see students not back in class until after Labour Day. The public has until this Tuesday (Feb. 6) to provide feedback on the draft 2018-19 calendar, which can be seen online at www.rrdsb.com/school-calendar or www.tncdsb.on.ca. The calendar shows the first […]
Jamie Mountain Home ice wasn’t exactly the kindest of confines for the Fort Frances Lakers over the last two days. The squad lost both games at the SIJHL’s annual “Showcase,” which this year was held at the Ice For Kids Arena here. Fort Frances was chosen to host the event […]
Staff Cathy Tysz of NCDS drew the February “Trip of the Month” draw winner while Kiwanian Robin Wright looked on this morning at International Travel Services here. Lori McKay of Fort Frances will be going on an eastern Caribbean cruise–a trip valued at $4,000. Next month’s trip is to Puerto […]
