There have recently been some concerns around whether by-law officers have been doing their jobs, last Friday the Town of Fort Frances posted a press release to clarify what the duties of by-law officers are when it comes to animal control and other concerns in the community. The release was […]
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By Allan Bradbury
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
Fort Frances will be receiving over $3.5 million to support two road reconstruction projects in town. Dryden will also receive funding for a big project. The funding is being delivered through the Connecting Links program, which helps maintain vital roads and bridges that connect people to jobs, support the movement […]
By Sandi Krasowski
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
The City of Thunder Bay has identified eight properties as surplus and unused lands that could be available for constructing much-needed new homes. Six of the properties are parkettes. Since May 17, city crews have been installing signage and notifying neighbourhoods of the plan. Deanna Walker, the manager of Realty […]
By Dean LaBerge
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Grizzly Gazette
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Grizzly Gazette
Every year on May 26th, people across North America indulge in a playful and imaginative celebration: National Paper Airplane Day. It’s a day that transcends the mundane and invites individuals of all ages to relive the simple joys of childhood, embracing the art of crafting paper airplanes and watching them […]
By Scarlett Liu
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Markham Economist & Sun
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Markham Economist & Sun
The Ladies’ Golf Club of Toronto, nestled in Markham, is celebrating a century of existence. Founded in 1924 by Ada Mackenzie, a visionary entrepreneur, champion golfer, and mentor to aspiring young golfers, the club was established to provide women with a private and welcoming environment to enjoy the sport of […]
(FORT FRANCES, ON) – One individual was arrested and charged with various offences after officers conducted a traffic stop in the Town of Fort Frances. On May 20, 2024, at approximately 8:29 p.m. Fort Frances Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting general patrol duties in the Town of Fort Frances. […]
By Austin Campbell
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
SNnewswatch.com
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
SNnewswatch.com
Crime is on the rise in Ginoogaming First Nation. With safety concerns in mind, Chief Sheri Taylor and the Band Council declared a state of emergency on May 15 due to an overwhelming increase in violence and drug and alcohol-related crime across the community. Chief Taylor spoke to Dougall Media […]
- Robin McCormick Photos
Magician Dennis Smith shared his tricks with the seniors attending a recent coffee gathering. His magic word “abracadabra” was heard often as he performed his many magical tricks. Dennis Smith ended his show by asking Ron McTavish to join him in a fiery grand finale.
Staff
New Gold has released its first quarter 2024 results and future outlook. First quarter 2024 production totalled 70,898 gold ounces and 13.3 million pounds of copper as planned at an operating expense of $1,106 per gold ounce sold (co-product basis) and all-in sustaining costs of $1,396 per gold ounce sold (by-product […]
By Ken Kellar
Staff writer
kkellar@fortfrances.com
Staff writer
kkellar@fortfrances.com
Beekeepers in Ontario might soon be able to further benefit from an established program as both the federal and provincial governments take step to protect Ontario’s bees. In an announcement made Tuesday, May 21, 2024, both levels of government announced a further investment into the Honey Bee Health Initiative, a […]
– Ken Kellar photo
Auctioneer Telford Advent brought his unique brand of entertainment to proceedings at the annual Ducks Unlimited Banquet, held at the Curl Fort Frances Community Centre on Friday, May 10, 2024. Advent got plenty of laughs as he encouraged attendees to open their wallets to support a good cause. Items on […]
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On May 9 Thunder Bay-Rainy River MP Marcus Powlowski sent a letter to four cabinet ministers whose portfolios are applicable to the Fort Frances-International Falls Bridge situation. Powlowski wrote informing them of the plight of his constituents who are inconvenienced by the increased price of bridge tolls and the oncoming […]
