Members of Emo council expressed concern of decreasing property assessments to Darlene Morgan, with the Municipal Property Assessment Corp., at their regular council meeting Monday night. Emo Reeve Ed Carlson said one of their biggest concerns is that the assessments are being lowered with no reason provided. “I was shocked […]
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“Maybe this day will signify that we can walk in peace for the generation to come,” said Harry Kelly, deputy chief of the Onegaming First Nation. On Saturday (May 26), the Right Relations Circle—an initiative of United Church of Canada (UCC) congregations in the area—met for study and action regarding […]
Harbourage Restaurant owner Don Hammond, right, and waitress Sasha Galbraith proudly showed off Fort Frances’ newest mural. The piece of art was painted by local artist Cher Pryus and is one of two murals on display outside the restaurant. The paintings showcase several historic landmarks of Rainy Lake. —Amanda Roy […]
B93•FM morning show co-host Jenni Condon scrubbed down a vehicle Saturday morning during the “celebrity” car wash at the Canadian Tire parking lot. The fundraiser brought in $473, which will go towards the “Building for the Future” fundraising campaign to build a new library here. —Duane Hicks photo
5{assic angler Diedrick Smith, eight, and his brother, Maverick, five, enjoyed the sugary sweetness of some cotton candy on Thursday at the Emo/La Vallee Arena following the EWC boat parade. —Heather Ogilvie photo
—Duane Hicks photo
Larry and Shirley Gluehesien accompanied their granddaughter Madison Solderholm during local Alzheimer Society’s fifth-annual “Walk for Memories” here Sunday. The walk, which drew about 20 participants, raised more than $3,400 for the Alzheimer Society. The top fundraiser was Helen Cone, who brought in $825, winning a one-night stay at the […]
Doug McBride held up his 6.68-pound walleye during Saturday’s weigh-in for the crowd to see. McBride’s fish took bragging rights as the biggest catch of the tournament but it wasn’t enough to win them the EWC title. —Amanda Roy photo
The Ministry of Natural Resources reported no new fires in the Northwest Region again yesterday. Firefighters continue to work hard on the ongoing large fires in Northwestern Ontario—patrolling fire line and extinguishing hot spots within the fire perimeter. Thunder Bay fire #37, Thunder Bay fire #39, Sioux Lookout fire #11, […]
Kenora Forest Products is shutting down for a month due to a number of factors squeezing the forestry industry. Shifts at the sawmill will cease June 28 and resume July 30 in an effort to minimize the financial impact on the operation while allowing employees to enjoy their summer vacation […]
The Town of Fort Frances will not be picking up recyclables at Fort Frances High School. In a response to a request received two weeks ago from FFHS vice-principal Al McManaman, council Monday night approved a report stating the town isn’t in the business of taking care of recycling at […]
Angela Petsnick, centre, and her Grade 3 class got their hands dirty yesterday afternoon as they landscaped three gardens for staff and students at J.W. Walker School to enjoy. The students learned about different plant types throughout the experience and planted species according to type (vegetable, annual, and perennial). Kate […]
Angela Mitchelson, left, and her son, Rowen, led the pack exercising on the La Verendrye Parkway yesterday during the first session of the “Moms and Babes Roll and Stroll.” Led by Energy Fitness Centre instructor Jackie Lampi-Hughes, “Roll and Stroll” will run at 10 a.m. every Monday until June 25. […]
