Heather Latter Maddisyn Smith enjoyed “trying out” one of the ATVs at Tompkins Hardware in Emo on Saturday during the annual “Spring Fever Days” festivities taking place there. Thanks to Saturday’s sunshine, people from across the district came out to take in all the community had to offer, such a […]
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Duane Hicks Sunset Country Métis Senator John George perused an album of newspaper clippings during an open house for the exhibit, “Our Local Métis Story,” on Monday at the Fort Frances Museum. The exhibit, which features a wealth of artifacts, photos, and information relevant to local history, will run until […]
Dave Ogilvie Vern Thompson bravely had his hair and beard shaved off Saturday to raise money for “Cuts for Cancer” during Spring Fever Days in Emo. Supporting Tamarack House, which is used by so many people from the district, should be a concern of everyone and Thompson would like to […]
Lucas Punkari Fort Frances Lakers’ goalie Talor Joseph was consoled by teammate Alex Bruess on Monday night after Joseph allowed the game-winning goal in double overtime that gave the Minnesota Wilderness their third-straight Bill Salonen Cup.
Lucas Punkari First-year defenceman Owen Stauber may have summed up the mix of emotions best after the Fort Frances Lakers fell 3-2 in double overtime here last night to the Minnesota Wilderness, giving the visitors their third-straight Bill Salonen Cup. “We’re all pretty disappointed right now as we know that […]
Heather Latter A member of “Motus O Dance Theatre” portrayed a tightrope walker during their performance of “Circus Terrifico” at the Townshend Theatre last night as part of the final concert of this seaason’s “Kids and Company” series. Watch for upcoming information about the 2013-14 season, featuring a new lineup […]
Lucas Punkari Minnesota Wilderness captain Mike Dietrich recieved the Bill Salonen Cup from SIJHL commissioner Ron Whitehead at the ’52 Canadians Arena last night after his team clinched their third-straight league title with a 3-2 double-overtime win in Game 6 of the final over the Fort Frances Lakers. Dietrich, named […]
Duane Hicks Métis Nation of Ontario president Gary Lipinski and his wife, Dianne, checked out a vintage photo of Peter Loutit Calder and his family during a well-attended open house for the exhibit, “Our Local Métis Story,” yesterday at the Fort Frances Museum. The exhibit will run until the end […]
Duane Hicks Tax bills will be on the way by mid-June after town council finalized the 2013 budget at its regular meeting last night. Mayor Roy Avis said this year’s budget process took longer than normal—more than six months—and was a lot of work. “At the beginning, I thought it […]
French Drama (Friday, April 19) •French Poetry (Solo), Grades 7 and 8—1. Aiden Tullio 2. Braeden Belluz •French Poetry (Duet), Grades 7 and 8—1. Katelin Gurniak and Elizabeth Gosselin Klem/Maggie Gurski and Naomi McManaman (tie) 2. Avery Wilson-Hands and Hailey George •French Poetry (Solo), Grades 7 and 8—1. Mackenzie Wright […]
Press Release Due to a number of residents experiencing mild respiratory symptoms, an outbreak has been declared at Rainycrest Long-Term Care here. Visiting residents is permitted, but do not visit if you are experiencing any symptoms of ill health, such as a cough, stuffy nose and sore throat, fever, and/or […]
Lucas Punkari Mike Bodnarchuk presented Ethan Rose with the most valuable goaltender trophy in the Fort Frances Minor Hockey Association’s Novice League during the FFMHA’s annual awards banquet yesterday evening at the Memorial Sports Centre. Rose, who played for the Armstrong Crushers this season, also joined his teammates to receive […]
