Peggy Revell Local Confederation College student Eddie Forget tested out one of the two new heavy equipment simulators the college has acquired for those enrolled in the heavy equipment operator program. With foot pedals and controls hooked up to a computer and large screen, the new equipment allows students to […]
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Duane Hicks Spring is for the birds, it seems, as three swans (two of which are pictured here) were spotted at Pither’s Point yesterday afternoon amid numerous flocks of geese and seagulls which have made their recent return to Borderland.
Heather Latter Fort Frances resident Levi Morris, a first-time author, signed a copy of his book, “United Spectrum,” on Tuesday afternoon at the Fort Frances Museum. The philosophical book examines human nature, life, death, and everything in between. Copies are available at Betty’s or by contacting Morris at 274-5704.
Lucas Punkari Michael Nelson cracked a smile as he and fellow members of the Border Skating Club worked through a routine during last night’s dress rehearsal for the 39th-annual ice show. This year’s show, themed “Legends,” goes Saturday at 7 p.m. and again Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Ice […]
Duane Hicks With administration having undertaken an extensive review of the fire department to establish an appropriate level of service for citizens while maximizing cost-effectiveness, town council passed a resolution Monday night to reduce the number of full-time firefighters here from eight to six, plus one chief. As part of […]
Robin McCormick Guthrie United Church will hold its annual “Spring Fling” auction and tea on Sunday, April 10 from 2-4 p.m. at the Devlin Hall. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for kids 12 and under. This always proves to be an enjoyable afternoon with visiting, delicious baking, and […]
Dave Ogilvie The Rainy River District United Churches and the Canadian Mental Health Association will be presenting a workshop, entitled “The Art of Visiting People with Dementia,” this Saturday (April 2) from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Knox United Church in Emo. Jolene Morriseau, a geriatric mental health worker will present an […]
Duane Hicks While still faced with a decision on whether to go ahead with a proposed solar panel project here, town council got its questions about the venture answered from Corey Bolton of Solar Logix Inc. here Monday night. First and foremost, Bolton assured the mayor and council that if […]
Staff An amendment that would have seen $11,350 added to the Rainy River District Social Services Administration Board’s 2011-12 budget was defeated at a special meeting Friday. Although the board had passed its budget March 18, alterations to the budget during this meeting saw certain items under the social housing […]
Sherry George Our community museum is in great shape. We have a beautiful, completely-modern facility in a central location downtown. We also have two great attractions on the waterfront: the logging tugboat “Hallett,” which symbolizes our beginnings, and the Lookout Tower, which provides a magnificent view of the upper river […]
Press Release Date set for July 16-17 Those who attended Westfort High School here in 1980-81 are invited to a reunion on July 16 at the local Legion. There will be a mix-and-mingle, followed by a dance with music provided by popular 1980s DJ, “The Jet” (Rockin’ Rod Armit). A […]
Press Release Seniors, at times, face situations that affect their well-being and safety. One of the most troubling situations is the rise in elder abuse, which can occur in institutions and in the home environment, in times when seniors are at their most vulnerable. This abuse can be physical, psychological, […]
