Jack Elliott To complete the courtyard project at Rainy River High School, the RRHS council needs to raise money to help cover the estimated $11,000-$13,000 total cost. Local businesses have agreed to host these “Buckets of Cash” collection tins to help gather donations. RRHS council chair Peggy Advent, left, Grade […]
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Peggy Revell Eileen Bragg, left, June Kowalchuk, and Sadie Kowalchuk were able to dig into some festive cookies, Jell-O, and tea at the St. John’s Anglican Church Guild’s Christmas tea and bake sale on Saturday afternoon. A long line had formed before the doors even opened—and it was standing room […]
Paige Desmond The impressive display of decorations at the First Street East home of Charlie and Barb Turgeon is sure to get even the most determined Grinch into the holiday spirit. Local firefighters worked together Saturday to put up all of the decorations.
The Canadian Press TORONTO — Premier Dalton McGuinty is suggesting the Ontario government may back off proposed passenger restrictions for teenage drivers. An online group set up on Facebook to protest new rules that would limit a teen driver with a G2 licence to just one teenage passenger has over […]
Submitted image This painting of a fishing boat off the shores of Chania, on the coast of Crete, is among those that will be part of local artist Connie Cuthbertson’s new exhibit, “‘The Awakening’—Memories of Greece,” which will open at the Fort Frances Museum tomorrow (Nov. 26) with a reception […]
Paige Desmond “Maderaz” brought its internationally-flavoured Christmas concert to the Townshend Theatre here last night as part of the “Kids and Company” concert series. The quartet delighted youngsters and parents alike with a variety of Latin-themed music, and also spoke between songs about holiday traditions of other cultures.
Duane Hicks The Fort Frances Public Library and Technology Centre took another step closer to becoming a reality last night after town council received a final report outlining the building’s size and estimated costs and then supported the library board’s position to proceed with the request for proposal (RFP) process. […]
Staff The Fort William North Stars made a statement over the weekend—and the Fort Frances Jr. Sabres bore the brunt of it in back-to-back road defeats of 7-1 and 3-0 over the weekend. Devlin’s Jordan Davis led the North Stars’ attack in Friday night’s win, recording four assists, while newcomer […]
Staff Interested artists, educators, and facilitators are invited to meet at the Fort Frances Museum on Thursday, Nov. 27 at 4 p.m. to establish a committee to facilitate the development of the Community Arts and Heritage Education Project for Fort Frances. “Following the meetings in the spring of this year, […]
Press Release Be advised that Riverside Health Care Facilities, Inc. will be upgrading its telephone system this Wednesday (Nov. 26) starting at 8 p.m. and lasting for about four-six hours. During this time period, the public may experience a “busy signal” when calling the hospital (274-3266). Please be patient and […]
Press Release Following reports from several local residents, Treaty #3 Police, in co-ordination with the Fort Frances OPP, is investigating a potential fraud. A company calling itself Automotive Warranty Protection Services, from St Louis, Mo., is calling local residents and informing them that their warranty is about to expire and […]
Duane Hicks Town council will vote tonight on amending a bylaw to prohibit smoking nine metres from the front overhang and west entrance to the Memorial Sports Centre, and that the “no smoking” zone be clearly marked. The recommendation for the bylaw amendment was made by the Community Services executive […]
