FORT FRANCES—While an alarm going off at the Memorial Sports Centre on Monday evening ended up being a malfunction in the fire detection system, Fire Chief Gerry Armstrong wants to send a message to the public: if you ever hear an alarm ringing, evacuate the building. Chief Armstrong said Thursday […]
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A group of people played Texas Hold ’Em poker at Plaza Lanes this past Monday night. The players are part of a newly-formed league who each week compete for gift certificates and earn points towards the overall standings. The points will be used to seed the players come the tournament […]
FORT FRANCES—After a one-day delay earlier this week, Fort Frances residents should start receiving their mail-in ballot packages Thursday for the Nov. 13 municipal election. Originally slated to be sent out Monday, town clerk Glenn Treftlin, who also is the local returning officer for this election, explained the mail-in ballot […]
FORT FRANCES—After staging a successful inaugural “Chef’s Charitable Dinner and Auction” back in January, the local Alzheimer’s Society is looking to make it even better this time around. Margaret Schonewille, executive director of the Alzheimer Society for the Kenora/Rainy River districts, said Wednesday she’s already off to a good start […]
Innovative and distinctive projects are making our libraries a great place to visit, Culture minister Caroline DiCocco said last week at the launch of Ontario Public Library Week. “This year’s theme of ‘Libraries: the world at your fingertips’ honours the role of libraries as centres for the advancement of literacy, […]
Youngsters were strutting their stuff during the “Mother Goose” program at the Fort Frances Public Library this morning. The kids—from newborns up to 18 months old, were decked out in Hallowe’en costumes to sing songs and learn lap rhymes with their caregivers. —Melanie Béchard photo
After reviewing a request made by the local Police Services Board back in May, the Community Services executive committee has recommended the town not bother installing security cameras to monitor the skate park. “Concerns were raised over the need and effectiveness of the cameras, and after monitoring the skateboard park […]
If the Muskies are going to go far in the WHSFL playoffs this season, they’ll have to do it without head coach Bob Swing. Swing resigned early last week, citing his displeasure with how an internal incident was dealt with by Fort High’s administration. While Swing declined to comment on […]
The Rainy River Federation of Agriculture celebrated its 30th anniversary Saturday evening with a dinner and dance at the Millennium Hall in Stratton. About 100 people attended, with many past presidents on hand as special guests. New Member Service rep Linda Armstrong invited all to browse through the complete list […]
Edward Carlson is running for the position of reeve in Emo. He works as a paramedic supervisor and lives with his wife, Diane. He has one son named Luke and is a fourth-generation son of Emo, as his family has lived in the community for more than 100 years. Edward […]
Geoff Pearce is vying for the position of reeve in the Township of Emo. He is a farm equipment mechanic and lives with his wife, Dr. Kim Meyers, in the community. The couple also have three children, Katie, Spencer, and Danielle. Pearce is not new to municipal politics as he […]
Herb Johnson is running for the position of councillor in Emo. Born and raised in Emo, he has been active in the community along with his wife, Peggy, of 27 years and their two children. He feels Emo is a great community to raise a family. Their daughter, Lainie, teaches […]
