The Associated PressJoseph Pisani NEW YORK–Stores can’t keep them in stock. Parents are scrambling to find them. And some schools have banned them. The mania for fidget spinners–the three-inch twirling gadgets taking over classrooms and cubicles–is unlike many other toy crazes. They’re not made by a major company, timed for […]
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The Associated PressKyle Hightower BOSTON–LeBron James embarrassed every defender Boston threw at him and the Cleveland Cavaliers picked up where they left off following a long layoff, rolling to a 117-104 victory over the Celtics last night in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals. James had 38 points, nine […]
Giselle CalderSubmitted by The Br. #29 Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary met on May 10 with 35 members in attendance. The charter was draped in memory of Gladys Martin and Mary Clinker who combined had an amazing 116 years as auxiliary members. Four new members were welcomed by president Alfreda Easton, including […]
Joey Payeur Callum McCormick was dealing smoke from the mound for the host Sturgeon Creek Sturgeons against the Crossroads Tornadoes in Grade 5 division play as part of the Rainy River District west-end softball showcase yesterday at Sturgeon Creek School. Teams in Grades 4, 5 and 6 faced either other […]
The Borderland Community Orchestra, conducted by Katherine Williams, performed a free concert on Tuesday evening at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre. The concert, which drew a full house, was entitled “Our Favourite Playlist.” Photo submitted by FFPLTC
Submitted Robert Moore School students celebrated the International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia with a walk around the school grounds yesterday afternoon. Following the walk, students also heard a presentation from members of the Gay Straight Alliance in the school’s atrium.
Kiera Kowalski Heather Hudson and Bonnie Hughes of Rainycrest accepted a book donation from Laura McCormick, Stevie-Lee Kaemingh and Sara Christiansen of the Fort Frances branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association earlier this month during “Mental Health Week” (May 1-7). The book, entitled “Checklist for Change,” is a valuable […]
Duane Hicks Wayne Kaun, left, vice-president of Ed Kaun & Sons Ltd., joined John Barch, Tbaytel’s vice-president of operations and administration, and Mayor Roy Avis in a groundbreaking ceremony yesterday at the future site of Tbaytel’s new regional office at 650 Sixth St. West. Ed Kaun & Sons was awarded […]
The Canadian PressJessica Smith Cross TORONTO–The Ontario government plans to strengthen its anti-sprawl policies by making southern municipalities add most new homes to already developed areas and requiring projects on undeveloped land to accommodate more people and jobs. The province, however, is giving municipalities until 2031 to meet the new, […]
The Canadian PressJessica Smith Cross TORONTO–Ontario is planning to scrap the independent tribunal that adjudicates planning and development disputes and set up a new one that will give municipalities more power. Municipal Affairs Minister Bill Mauro announced Tuesday that the Ontario Municipal Board will be replaced by the Local Planning […]
Staff It was a good thing the Fort Frances Angels had a healthy lead by the late innings because the Emo Renegades made one sick comeback. The Angels built an eight-run advantage through five innings, then withstood a furious rally by the host Renegades to escape with a 14-13 win […]
Staff The Dryden Eagles and the Kenora Broncos have one week to figure out the mystery that is stopping the Muskie boys’ soccer team. In seven days in Kenora, the Muskies will be the heavy favourites to make it seven NorWOSSA championships in a row as they will have an […]
