Mitch Calvert Since the introduction of iodized salt to many of the foods we eat, kelp has become a forgotten entity. But it still can be an effective weight-loss supplementary tool when used properly. Kelp is an affordable supplement that’s been shown to alleviate arthritis pain, increase energy levels, improve […]
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Staff The Muskie cross-country team wrapped up its season at the NWOSSAA final at the Kamview Nordic Centre in Thunder Bay last Wednesday. Jake McTavish was the top Muskie finisher in the senior boys’ race, moving up four spots on the final lap to wind up in 19th place. In […]
Mitch Calvert The local Cyclone swim club held its first big social event of the season Saturday—hosting a pumpkin-carving event and “Monster Mash” dance-off at the Memorial Sports Centre pool, along with some swimming, of course. Lindsay Wilson carved up the best jack o’ lantern, with the word “Boo” inscribed […]
Staff Two members of the Fort Frances Badminton Club competed at the Winnipeg City Junior Open at the Wildewood Club on the weekend. Anika Alexander, 11, competed in the under-14 girls’ singles division and rattled off three-straight wins before losing in the final to Haley Nakonechny (21-15 and 21-16). She […]
Paige Desmond A breast cancer awareness fundraiser held two weeks ago at Curves for Women here proved to be a success as the business was able to donate about $600 to the Rainy River District Breast Health Network. The “Girls’ Night In” promotion, held Oct. 15, was aimed at raising […]
Press Release Have you been newly-diagnosed with a chronic illness? Have you been coping with chronic illness for a long time? Do you provide care for someone living with a long-term illness? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, the Chronic Disease Management Network may be able to […]
Press Release Every year on Nov. 11, Canadians take a moment to remember our veterans–men and women who fought and died to protect the Canadian way of life. We also remember and honour those veterans who survived the wars, those who have since passed away, and those who remain with […]
Dave Ogilvie The Emo Public Library officially celebrated its new automated loan system as part of this year’s Ontario Public Library Week festivities. On hand for the celebrations was Ontario NDP leader and local MPP Howard Hampton, representatives from Chapple and La Vallee townships, “Angel the Clown,” and several community […]
Jessica George With winter just around the corner, and faced with higher natural gas and hydro bills than last year, many people are turning to wood stoves to heat their homes. “The main difference is on one [the furnace], you just turn the thermostat and you have nice heat right […]
Peggy Revell FORT FRANCES—Rainy River District products will be getting the chance to shine when they’re showcased at the annual Royal Agricultural Winter Fair in Toronto next month. “Rainy River Future Development Corp. has taken seven different producers’ products and we’ve packaged them into these lovely gift boxes and then […]
Rick Neilson As it turns out, last Saturday’s sale won’t be the final one at the Stratton sales barn in 2008. The Rainy River Hereford Association is presenting the “Golden Opportunity ’O8 Sale” this coming Saturday (Nov 1). The barn will open at 11 a.m., with the sale starting at […]
Jan Judson Dear editor: Maybe someone can shed some light on a problem I have understanding the NDP’s stance on corporate taxation. I have been doing books for many years and in my understanding of finance, I feel they are leading the public astray. My understanding of proper financial papers […]
