By Rod McGuirk THE ASSOCIATED PRESS CANBERRA, Australia — Australia’s rival political leaders attacked each other on Thursday over a parliamentary citizenship crisis that is threatening to ensnare a growing number of lawmakers. Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull wants opposition leader Bill Shorten to support his plan to make all lawmakers […]
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The Associated Press NEWTON, N.C. — An 800-pound heifer made a big splash when it was found in a North Carolina family’s swimming pool. Catawba County Chief Animal Control Officer Jenna Arsenault told news outlets the agency received a 911 call Wednesday morning and arrived to find the young female […]
The Associated Press MOSCOW — Four more Russian cross-country skiers were found guilty of doping at the 2014 Sochi Olympics on Thursday, including silver medallist Maxim Vylegzhanin. The Russian Cross-Country Ski Federation said the four have been disqualified by the International Olympic Committee and banned from all future Olympics. The […]
By Nicole Winfield The Associated Press VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis is saying “Just Say No” to cigarettes. The Vatican announced Thursday that it would no longer sell cigarettes to employees in its duty free shop and supermarket ‚Äî giving up an estimated 10 million euros ($11 million) a year […]
By Lolita C. Baldor The Associated Press BRUSSELS — After months of lobbying NATO allies to increase their troop contributions and support to the war in Afghanistan, the alliance came up short Thursday, meeting a bit more than 90 per cent of the military requirements mapped out by commanders, according […]
By Melissa D’Arabian The Associated Press Summer may officially be the season of green salads, but wintertime versions have advantages that make them worth exploring. The cooler weather seasonable greens are hearty and darker green, which makes them nutrient-rich. And, these thicker-leaved greens such as kale or spinach, can hold […]
Duane Hicks The “Owandem” is closer to being restored to its former white-and-green glory. The Friends of the Museum’s “Novemberfest” gala last Thursday evening raised at least $3,000 with its live auction alone and drew a full house of more than 90 museum supporters, including many new faces. “The turnout […]
Press Release Amendments to the U.S.-imposed duties on softwood lumber exports doesn’t change the crisis facing Canada’s forestry industry, says Unifor. “Nothing changes today [Nov. 2]. The tariffs on Canadian softwood lumber are outrageous,” Unifor national president Jerry Dias said Thursday. “We expect our government’s response to be bold and […]
Nicholas Donaldson After an extra sale was added in 2017, the cattle sale season at the Stratton sales barn is now over. Saturday’s sale dealt with some less-than-ideal weather conditions but still managed to see 698 cattle go through the ring, selling for a total of $799,567.97. “I didn’t expect […]
Submitted byHealth Canada Radon is a radioactive gas that occurs naturally when the uranium in soil and rock breaks down. It is invisible, odourless, and tasteless. When radon is released from the ground into the outdoor air, it is diluted and not a concern. In enclosed spaces like homes, however, […]
Press Release Carol Livingston graciously has donated a copy of the book, “Susan & Me: A Collection of Love Stories,” to the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre. The book will be available for anyone in the community to read when they visit the library as a part of our […]
Duane Hicks It’s official–Fort Frances’ newest residents should be here late next week. The refugee family from Iraq is set to arrive in Thunder Bay on Thursday, Nov. 16, then be driven here to their new home the following day. “They’re really excited to be coming,” Kathy Mueller of the […]
