Dave Ogilvie Alyssa Van Drunen helped entertain fellow students and community members during Family Literacy Day activities yesterday at Donald Young School in Emo. “Seussical the Musical” will be performed at DYS during the week of Feb. 23.
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Peggy Revell Ron Hagerty and Ken Johnson were presented with plaques to honour their more than 12 years of service volunteering as counsellors at the “Door of Hope” during a tea Sunday afternoon at the Super 8 Motel in Fort Frances.
Dave Ogilvie Kathy Smeeth, math co-ordinator for the Rainy River District School Board, was among the “Royal Readers” from across the district who read to students from JK-Grade 4 in their classrooms during the Family Literacy Day activities yesterday at Donald Young School. The day was packed with readings and […]
Duane Hicks Margaret Schonewille, executive director of the local Alzheimer Society, weighed a bucket of pennies Friday afternoon during the annual “Penny for Your Thoughts” weigh-in at Canadian Tire. The fundraiser ran Friday and Saturday, seeing a total of 426 pounds donated—more than double last year’s total of 181 pounds. […]
Mitch Calvert Fort Frances Jr. Sabres’ forward Kyle Turgeon (front) and teammate Chris Sinclair spread some winter cheer to customers at the Royal Bank of Canada on Scott Street yesterday. The volunteerism was part of the team’s ongoing efforts to make a positive impact in the local community.
Mitch Calvert Members of the Atikokan Voyageurs and Fort Frances’ Kaemingh Esso battled in the final of an Atom ‘A’ tournament at the Ice for Kids Arena on Sunday. The Voyageurs, who don’t have an Atom ‘AA’ program, took the crown with an 8-0 shoutout after advancing to the final […]
Peggy Revell Border Skating Club coach Penny McComb lightened the mood by leading Greta Fedoruk, Rachel McCoy, Raymond Calder, and all the other young skaters in the “Hokey Pokey” at the end of their practice session last Thursday evening at the Memorial Sports Centre.
Mitch Calvert Fort Frances Jr. Sabre Mitch Cain (#71) battled for an offensive zone face-off against Schreiber forward Kevin Clark during the third period of the Diesels’ 3-1 win here Friday.
Mitch Calvert Muskie Justin Anderson drove to the hoop during his team’s 77-69 loss to La Place Rendez-Vous in local men’s basketball league action Monday night at Fort High.
Mitch Calvert The Fort Frances Curling Club has a new sign in preparation for the influx of elite curlers and spectators coming to town for the provincial men’s playdowns Feb. 10-14. The winner advances to the Tim Hortons Brier in Calgary in March.
Peggy Revell Students were put to the test this morning as first-semester exams continue at Fort Frances High School. Exams will wrap up Thursday, with students enjoying a P.D. Day on Friday before starting the second semester on Monday.
Mitch Calvert It was a tight game between a shorthanded Muskie team (due to exams) and La Place Rendez-Vous in local men’s basketball league action last night at Fort High, with the Vous coming out on top by a score of 77-68. Dominos beat Taggs 81-62 in the other game.
