The Town of Fort Frances has installed a Ukrainian flag in front of the Civic Centre, in a show of solidarity with the people of Ukraine, and our Ukrainian-Canadian population. Ukraine has endured seven days of fighting from invading Russian forces. The majority of the world has backed Ukraine, by […]
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A group of families whose cottages share a bay, got together to make light work of filling their communal ice shed. It’s a tradition they’ve been doing every year for decades. Using hand and power tools, the ice is cut into strips and blocks, and packed into the ice shed. […]
The Westfort Maroons took first place in an U13 tournament over the weekend, after winning 6-2 against the Neebing Hawks in the final. Seven teams joined the tournament: the Fort Frances Canadians, Dryden Paperkings, Kenora Thistles, Westfort Maroons, Elks 82’s, Neebing Hawks, and Norwest Stars. The Canadians defeated Dryden and […]
It was a successful day for Muskies court sports yesterday, as they hosted Kenora’s Beaver Brea Broncos. Only the Junior Boys Basketball team took a loss, while the Muskies Senior Boys Basketball, and both the Junior and Senior Girls Volleyball teams won. Both volleyball teams won 2-1 sets over the […]
Cathy Piotrowski, CCOA of Cousineau Eye Centre, partners of FYidoctors, pulled the winning ticket for the Fort Frances Kiwanis Club Trip of the Month draw this morning. Fort Frances mayor June Caul is the winner of a trip to Memphis, Tennessee, valued at $3,800. Next month’s draw will be for […]
A pop-up Market was held recently at Lowey’s Greenhouse and Market Garden, giving shoppers a chance to escape the ice and snow, and support local crafters, bakers and vend- ers. With spring just around the corner (it’s coming, we promise!) there will be more pop-ups scheduled, so keep an eye […]
Local families took to the ice at the Fort Frances memorial Sport Centre on Family Day, to play shinny with the Lakers. Dozens of players of all ages took part in the event. – Allan Bradbury photo
There’s nothing like learning to build a fire in the snow in the middle of winter, as Jaida Norris experienced during a hike at Rocky Inlet. It may have been a cold one, but at least with plenty of sunlight everyone got their daily recommended dose of Vitamin D. –Henry […]
The Fort Frances Canadians hosted a six-team regional U11 hockey tournament over Family Day weekend. The Norwest Stars took the top prize in the weekend-long tournament, with the Fort Frances Canadians clinching the second place, after losing the final 2-1 against the Stars. Also playing were the Neebing hawks, the […]
The Fort Frances Lakers added one to the win column, with a 5-2 victory over the Thunder Bay North Stars on Saturday. Goalie Ethan Hein was strong in net, with 40 saves for the Lakers. Goals were provided by Tyson Lambert, Ethan Elgie, and Sheldon Kelly, who each had one […]
This family day weekend, the Sandelovich’s took advantage of a break in the cold and snow to build an igloo with homemade snow, saws and teamwork. Their dad built a metal frame and roof to prevent any collapse and keep the kids and their friends safe while playing – Tiffany […]
Children at the Fort Frances Nursery School had a jam-packed day for their Valentine’s celebration. Fun was had with a bouncy castle, special Valentine’s crafts and snacks, and a scavenger hunt to find special treats. Also, plenty of heart-shaped glasses and fake moustaches are always a good time. A great […]
