Staff Nothing is written in stone—or carved in ice—at this point. But there is a strong possibility the SIJHL may be reduced to five teams for the 2014-15 season as the Wisconsin Wilderness reportedly may be folding. A post on the team’s website from May 9 stated the doors of […]
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the MNR No new forest fires were reported in the Northwest Region by yesterday evening. Clearing weather will result in a “moderate” forest fire hazard in the south, a “moderate-high” hazard in the north, and a “high-extreme” hazard in the northeastern sector of Nipigon District, which has seen less rain […]
There is a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms tonight, with an overnight low of 16 C (61 F). Look for south winds at five-10 m.p.h. Tomorrow will see a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Expect a high of 26 […]
Staff The Sabaskong Cougars tried to survive doing the “Walk of Life” but the Fort Frances Herricanes’ run-scoring juggernaut killed that idea. The Herricanes (11-1-1) rolled to a 33-17 victory over the winless Cougars (0-11) in Rainy River District Women’s Fastball League action here last night. Charity McMahon pitched well […]
the MNR The Ministry of Natural Resources (Fort Frances District) is reminding area residents that a flood warning remains in effect for the Atikokan, Fort Frances, and Rainy River areas. Recent rainfall has resulted in very high inflow conditions throughout all watersheds within the district, including the Seine River, Atikokan […]
Staff A battle for local singing supremacy will be renewed at “Quest for the Best” here July 25. The popular annual event, once again being held in conjunction with the Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship, has been a success since its inception in 1995, having drawn crowds of nearly 2,000 […]
Joey Payeur There’s only one first time but Claire Hyatt would be glad to experience that championship feeling once again. The Muskie girls’ soccer team member will sport a different jersey next week as she and the rest of the Thunder Bay Chill U18 team try to defend their U17 […]
Joey Payeur It really wasn’t fair for the rest of the provinces participating in Canadian Gymnaestrada last week in Calgary. Not when they were going up against a Team Saskatchewan lineup that featured 70 competitors and one guardian angel. Fort Frances native and current Saskatoon resident Vicki Stinson was a […]
Joey Payeur Those watching Beef’s Warriors play fastball for the first time this season can be forgiven if they leave the game with a case of whiplash. If they don’t hurt their neck on their first double-take when Shelby Nosan trots onto the field, they are apt to do so […]
Heather Latter The inaugural “Harmony of Nations” Music Festival is shaping up to be an exciting event and people are urge to purchase their tickets soon. “We’re hoping people buy sooner rather than later to make sure they get a ticket,” said event co-ordinator Shannon Darby, who is being assisted […]
Duane Hicks As if dealing with the flood threat wasn’t bad enough, the forest tent caterpillar population is on the rise—although whether the Fort Frances area ends up seeing a full-on invasion remains to be seen. The beginning of the outbreak here is on schedule with the 10- to 12-year […]
Haley Anderson If you walk along the 100 block of Scott Street on any given morning, you’re bound to see dozens of people stepping into “From the Grind Up.” However, in the coming weeks, the quaint coffee shop also will be in the business of helping patrons wind down in […]
