Gavin and Joelle Paull of Selective Services and Baker Graphics pulled the winning ticket for the Kiwanis Club Trip of the Month draw for June this morning. Paul Nicholson was the winner of a trip to Quebec with Ice Castle Stay valued at $4,800. July’s draw is for an Okanagan […]

Priscilla Simard of the Grand Council Treaty 3 women’s council tied another ribbon onto the Ste. Marguerite’s Indian Residential School memorial in Couchiching First Nation on Sunday afternoon. Simard and others were tying the ribbons, as well as laying flowers and shoes at the memorial site, in recognition of the […]

IG Wealth Management Fort Frances’ Rob Georgeson, left, Alzheimer Society of Canada Kenora-Rainy River District’s community services coordinator Mary O’Connor and IG Wealth Management Fort Frances’ Robin Wright took a moment to pose with the Alzheimer Society’s flag on Sunday morning as part of the kickoff to the annual IG […]

The view of the river from Central Avenue might be looking different lately, but the continuing teardown of the mill means that sights like this, which would have been impossible for the general public to see in previous years, will become more common. According to Canadian National Demolition (CND) president […]

Tom Morrish spends a little quality time with newspaper and the family’s latest addition – one of the chicks he’s recently hatched in his incubator. – Submitted photo

Freddie Calder, from Fort Frances, spent a fun-filled day visiting his grandparents’ farm in Burriss. Freddie got to hang out with his family’s miniature horse, and was tasked with feeding a runt piglet. – Submitted photos

Best for Kitty is excited to introduce Viola. Viola is a young, black domestic long-haired cat who was found as a stray. We cannot believe that this cat was left to fend for herself. She is a beauty with personality to match. Viola has a placid and tolerant disposition. She […]

A fully stocked garden centre is a sure sign that summer is just around the corner. Jersey Buist pushed a cart of treasures for her parents on a recent trip to Hammonds Greenhouse. Garden centres are open to in-person shopping, and curbside service for those who would like it. – […]

All the best cheese and cured meats folded into the delicate shape of a rose surrounded by fruits, crackers and other assorted goods all on perfect display on a platter can make even the most ordinary day feel luxurious. Lena Morelli, 25, has brought this small piece of delicious luxury […]

Dozens of youth took a stand and voiced their support for those impacted by the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) crisis by participating in Grand Council Treaty #3’s “MMIWG For Youth By Youth” video. The video is available for viewing at the Grand Council Treaty #3 website. […]

By Merna Emara
Staff Writer
memara@fortfrances.com

It is believed that if a person does what they love, they will never have to work a day in their life. Hannah Mueller, 24, is the perfect example of how a passion can turn into a job. Born and raised in Fort Frances, Mueller was no stranger to Rainy […]

Nicole, left, 4-year-old Greyson and grandmother Natalie did what any family would when faced with a beautiful spring day and made the most of it with a walk along the riverfront. The province’s COVID restrictions are still in place, but heading outside to enjoy the weather is allowed and even […]