We all started off with the reading of the minutes from the last meeting from the secretary, Addison Brown. Then we did our pledge as usual. After the 4H pledge, we took our steer and heifer food like beef and diary ration, oats, corn and pellets. We put them in […]
News
By Allan Bradbury
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
Gagwe-gikendamaawiziwin, formerly known as Quest for Knowledge, took place on May 27. Teams from five area schools competed to show their skills in Anishinaabemowin language at Seven Generations Education Institute. According to one of the lead co-ordinators, this year was the 22nd annual competition. Having had to shift to virtual […]
By Allan Bradbury
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
Last Friday, Justin Boshey walked from Crossroads Public School in Devlin all the way to Fort Frances in an effort to raise awareness of the addiction issues communities in the area are facing. Boshey is an addictions worker from Lac La Croix First Nation. He said he feels not enough […]
By Allan Bradbury
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
When the pandemic forced him out of the recreation industry, Tyler Young found himself stocking 451 toothbrushes in a grocery store display to make ends meet; that was when he knew he needed to get back into recreation. He has since joined the Administration team for the Town of Fort […]
The Board of Directors for Community Living Fort Frances & District (CLFFD) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ted Scholten as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective June 13, 2022. Mr. Scholten has fulsome experience in strategic planning and direction along with executing major organizational change. He brings […]
Monday night’s storm uprooted two healthy 40-foot trees, block- ing Fred Klug’s laneway just north of Emo. Thankfully, he and his grandsons have a second laneway to get to and from the property. Leading up to the storm, Environment Canada said wind speeds could reach up to 100km/hr. —Daniel Adam […]
Rainy River First Nations held its annual powwow at Manitou Rapids from June 17-19. Jim Mishquart (far left) of Rocky Bay First Nation and Ricky White (left) of Naotkamegwanning First Nation were the masters of ceremonies for the weekend. Registered dancers took part in Saturday’s grand entry, featuring royalty, Elders, […]
The Fort Frances High School Muskies held their annual athletics banquet last Thursday. Awards were handed out for many sports that have taken place throughout the school year as well as awards for overall athletic achievement throughout the school year. Football and hockey awards were previously handed out at individual […]
Press release
At the June 20, 2022 Special Board Meeting, the Rainy River District School Board approved the 2022‐2023 balanced budget of $58,365,458. As identified during budget consultations, the 2021-2022 budget contains increased support for mental health professional services in the schools, as well as increased support for Autism Support Workers and […]
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 29 held its annual poster and poem contest with winners from Grade 4 at Robert Moore School including Abigail Gibbons, left, Jayden Perreault, Allegra Brockie, and Sophie Calder. Not pictured were Jeremiah Indian-Trendiak and Mattie Beaulne. – Submitted photo
Press release
The Rainy River District School Board is pleased to announce Beth Fairfield as the new system leader, effective June 1, 2022. She will be replacing Peg Keffer, who will be retiring at the end of the school year. Ms. Fairfield has been serving as the Assistant to the Director for […]
By Daniel Adam
Staff Writer
dadam@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
dadam@fortfrances.com
Boys’ semifinal loss doesn’t define them, girls seek a repeat next year The Muskie boys and girls’ seasons ended on very different notes this year. The boys were dethroned in their semifinal against Dryden, who went on to win the NorWOSSA title. This is the first time since 2010 that […]
