Heather Latter Harley Bragg, left, Claire Alleman, and Ciaria Whitecrow, early-years students at Robert Moore School, helped to make bannock as part of the “Fall Harvest” event there this morning. All three early-years classes were taking part, moving through a series of activities while learning about grandfather teachings, drumming, regalia, […]
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Joey Payeur Muskies quarterback Brandon Whitecrow tried to escape the oncoming rush of Elmwood Giants’ defensive back Costa Solaja (5) as Fort High offensive lineman Connor Pocock worked to derail the sack attempt during the first quarter of yesterday’s 33-14 victory by the visitors.
Staff Candidates’ answers to questions posed to them by the Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce have now been posted to its website for public viewing. The 35-page document is available at www.fortfranceschamber.com Prior to the Tuesday’s candidates’ forum, the three mayoral candidates and 16 council candidates were given a slew […]
the OPP Shortly after 7 a.m. last Wednesday (Oct. 1), Rainy River District OPP officers were dispatched to a break and enter in the Maple Crescent area of Atikokan. The investigation at the scene revealed that the break-in had happened the previous night. Officers also made note of a second […]
Staff Alexa Veldhuisen was at the forefront of a Canadian takeover of U.S. soil yesterday. The Grade 9 student at the Sturgeon Creek Alternative Program in Emo made her school’s inaugural appearance at a cross-border athletic event a memorable one by earning gold in the junior girls’ division at the […]
Joey Payeur Sydney Radigan led Muskie teammate Tory Beaudry down the homestretch of the senior girls’ four-km race at the annual Hial Pike Invitational cross-country running meet at the Falls Country Club yesterday.
Staff Knox United Church here is not giving up in its effort to secure a semi-final spot in the Aviva Community Fund challenge. The church has been hovering between 13th and 14th place all week. “With a must to finish in at least the 15th position in order to proceed […]
Joey Payeur If one is going to defeat a giant, they can’t afford any mistakes. The Muskie football team learned that lesson the hard way yesterday as turnovers and penalties played a crucial role in their 33-14 loss to the undefeated Elmwood Giants in WHSFL action here. “Again, penalties and […]
Staff Some young guns provided key ammunition to their senior counterparts’ attack Tuesday. Ashley Croswell and Claire Hyatt posted season-highs in points to help fuel a 40-28 victory for the Muskie senior girls’ basketball team over the Kenora Broncos in NorWOSSA action here. Veteran Cassandra Moffitt once again led the […]
Staff The top team in the Fort Frances Women’s Volleyball League has the rest of the circuit wondering what it’s going to take to slow them down. The One-Hit Wonders have been perfect over the first three weeks of the season—racking up the maximum six points once again last Thursday. […]
Heather Latter The Rainy River District Youth Choir started off its second season with a rehearsal at Zion Lutheran Church last night. The choir, for boys and girls aged seven-14, meets there Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m. and still is accepting new members. Contact director Christina Campagna (270-7865) for more info […]
Duane Hicks Scott Krienke-Turvey, co-owner of Ink Spotz Apparel+ here and a candidate for town council, asked a question yesterday during the workshop “Understanding the Mining Industry and Procurement Process,” at the Copper River Inn. Seventy-five representatives from across the district attended to learn about regional mining activity, mining and […]
