Master icemaker Brent Adamson, his crew and several volunteers have been busy getting the Fort Frances Curling Club surface installed for the season. The process required some speedy plant repairs by Ed Kaun and Son, but with finishing touches to the fresh surface taking place this week, the ice will […]
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A feathered friend visiting from Spry Farm was a big hit for residents at Rainycrest Long Term Care home. She was part of a petting zoo, which was part of Rainycrest’s Resident’s Council Appreciation Week. The event saw live entertainment, a drum circle, car show and other fun events for […]
Members of the Fort Frances Fire and Rescue Service were on hand at Canadian Tire, to promote Fire Safety Week. The crew encourages residents to get to know the sounds of their smoke detector, and how to respond to them, whether it’s battery replacement, or evacuation. – Submitted photo
Residents at Rainycrest Long Term Care home were treated to a variety of fun events during Residents’ Council Appreciation Week, including live music, a car show, petting zoo and other activities. The events were chosen by residents. – Merna Emara Photo
The Fort Frances Tribal Area Health Services is getting ready for the drive-through event by singing and drumming. The even, which started at 10 a.m., commemorated the Residential School experience by hosting a drum circle and dancers. The first 250 participants of the drive through were given Day of Orange […]
In recognition on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Binesiweg Center for Wellness (BCW) unveiled a dream- catcher. The edges of the dreamcatcher are dressed in over 6,100 orange beads that represent the children who never came home. The display be lit all days of the week, all year round. […]
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The Fort Frances Lakers hit home ice for the first home game of the 2021-22 season on Friday night. Although they lost the match 9-2 against the Ice Dogs, it was an exciting night for hockey fans after a lengthy break from play. The team will return to home ice […]
It’s been a difficult process, marred by delays, concrete woes and a disruptive lightning strike. But the Rainy River Cattleman’s Association was able to celebrate how far it has come in the construction of its new cattle barn, with the first sale in the facility. Nearly $1.8 million worth of […]
Robin Dennis participated in a card making session at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre. Sue Bowcock from Crafty Corner Ink gave Dennis and Donna Main instructions on how to finish their Halloween-themed cards. – Merna Emara photo
In Norwassa football action Friday afternoon in Kenora, the Fort Frances Muskies scored an exciting 12 – 7 come from behind victory over the Beaver Brae Broncos. The game was scoreless midway through the 4th quarter. Muskie Senior quarterback Gabe Hyatt who was injured on the first series of the […]
Doug McCaig, 83, Rainycrest long-term care home resident, examined old antique vehicles that were lined up for show at the home’s parking lot. This is part of resident’s week where events and shows, such as petting animals, live music, and painting, were being held. – Merna Emara photo
Sunday, Sept. 19, marked the Terry Fox Run, and six town residents walked and ran to raise awareness. From left to right, George Walsh, Sandy Stalker, Frank (dog), Jane Trivers, Richard Trivers, Chuck Saunders and Arlene Georgeson. Stalker has been participating at the Terry Fox Run with Walsh for 41 […]
