Kerri Russell was thrilled to discover a quality women’s soccer league when she moved to Fort Frances 10 years ago. A veteran of leagues in New Brunswick, London and Dryden, Russell, then in her 20s, was quick to sign up to play the sport she loved. There was just one […]
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It is probably the best summer on the record books for al fresco dining. Long, warm days and few bugs set the stage for fabulous outdoor cooking. This is the season when each household’s “BBQ” specialist struts their stuff. Send your outdoor cooking enthusiast to Clover Valley Farmers’ Market this […]
When enjoying Ontario’s campsites, lakes, forests and hiking trails, it’s wise to remember that you’re in the natural habitat of black bears. Bears have a keen sense of smell, and are attracted by the odour of human food and garbage. To avoid conflicts with bears, prepare . . . and […]
Brian Miles, president of the Northwestern Ontario Development Network (NODN) board of directors would like to announce the appointment of Dan Brenzavich as the new NODN manager. “I am excited to start a new chapter in the life of the Northwestern Ontario Development Network as our organization looks forward to […]
Marcel Meloche is a world-class carver who creates a variety of sculptures from the bass seen here to small fish decoys. —Crystal Green photo
Kaija Le Cocq of Murillo, Ontario showed off her skills in the Junior Hunter Under Saddle class on Friday at the annual Borderland Quarter Horse Show held at the Emo fair grounds over the weekend. Le Cocq took first place, while local Karen Davis of Devlin came in second. —Heather […]
Joel Depaolis hit a single during the final game of softball regular season action this past Thursday. Depaolis is shortstop for the North Air Benchwarmers.—Alex Cruickshank photo
This busy bruin was spotted at the town dump on Saturday morning. Heading into bear season, town officials are asking residents to take extra precautions to guard against nusance bears. Some of these precautions include waiting until the morning of pick-up to put out garbage and reclycling as well as […]
The town’s Parks and Recreation crews did a beautiful job again this year planting flowers in Fort Frances Cemetery. The flowers continue to bloom despite the dry summer as crews water them regularly. The warm, dry weather is expected to continue this week, though there is a 40 percent chance […]
The Sight & Sound Wolves cruised to an easy 14-2 victory against Big Island in the Rainy River District Fastball League playoffs last night at VanJura Park. Bob Andy dominated on the mound for the Wolves and Marcel Pagee provided the offence slamming two home runs in the win. According […]
It is bass bustin’ time in Morson! Morson Bass International (MBI) chairman Tony Gill said that things are going really good for the 2nd Annual MBI, scheduled for Aug. 19-20. The MBI has underwent some big changes this year most notably is the resizing of the event from a three […]
The Borderland Soccer Club is set to host their annual “Ball Blast” soccer tournament this coming weekend (Aug. 11-13) on the St. Francis fields. Club president Shane Beckett said the tournament is a fitting way to wrap up what has been another excellent soccer season. “For a lot of teams […]
