Heather Latter Dressed like an owl, little Mya Pelowski and her mom, Melanie Herr, took part in some Hallowe’en stories and songs during “Babytime” at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre this morning.
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The Canadian Press TOFINO, B.C.—Twin sisters with British roots say the deaths of five people in a whale-watching boat that capsized off the west coast of Vancouver Island cut even deeper knowing the deceased were from the United Kingdom. Trudi and Astrid Castle said yesterday they feel connected to the […]
The Canadian Press GATINEAU, Que.—Sen. Patrick Brazeau said yesterday he’s focused on getting back to the upper chamber “as quickly as possible” after a Quebec judge agreed to grant him an unconditional discharge on assault and drug charges. The decision means Brazeau avoids the prospect of jail time and even […]
Staff The on-ice action is in full gear for another season for the Fort Frances Girls’/Women’s Hockey Association. A cross-divisional clash kicked things off as the PeeWee BDO Stars topped the Atom ‘AA’ Calder Legal Eagles 5-1 back on Oct. 18. Marti Woods scored twice to lead the Stars while […]
Press Release As we are entering into the holiday season soon, the Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce office has been receiving numerous calls inquiring about the Christmas parade. To clarify any confusion, we would like to let the community know that we, the Chamber, have not been the organizers of […]
Staff Town council permitted the five-year pre-payment by New Gold to advertise on the arena zamboni for a total amount of $5,722.25, plus applicable taxes, at its regular meeting Monday night. Also at Monday’s meeting, council: •approved the request, on behalf of the local Salvation Army, to permit the construction […]
The Canadian PressKeith Leslie TORONTO—Ontario is proposing new regulations that would ban the random stopping of citizens by police—known as “carding”—and require officers to provide a written record of any such exchanges. Community Safety minister Yasir Naqvi said the draft regulations, which were posted online yesterday for 45 days of […]
The Canadian Press TORONTO—The three Ontario teachers’ unions promised $2.5 million by the Ontario government to help them cover the cost of contract negotiations will have to provide receipts. Premier Kathleen Wynne surprised the legislature yesteray by saying the teachers’ unions will have to show the government proof of their […]
The Canadian PressJoshua Clipperton SURREY, B.C.—After an especially poor rushing performance earlier this month, B.C. Lions’ centre Jason Foster personally apologized to running back Andrew Harris. As the leader of the offensive line, Foster took full responsibility and promised to do everything in his power to get things right. “It […]
The Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C.—Reigning NASCAR champ Kevin Harvick shrugged off his critics Tuesday and insisted he did not intentionally cause a wreck at Talladega Superspeedway to preserve his spot in the playoffs and keep his bid for a repeat alive. Harvick was accused by at least four other drivers […]
Heather Latter Orville Smith shook hands with Roger Pomerleau, training specialist at New Gold, after receiving his diploma for completing the Surface Miner Aboriginal training program. The program, which saw 10 graduates honoured yesterday during a celebration at the Copper River Inn, was created by New Gold in partnership with […]
Staff Dylan Kooner decided he had had enough drama for one night. Kooner took only 37 seconds to net the game-winner in overtime as the Fort Frances Lakers edged the Minnesota Iron Rangers 3-2 here Tuesday night. The Lakers (10-2) won their third-straight game in comeback style, with Dylan Robertson […]
