Duane Hicks Emo and District Hospital Auxiliary president Heather Oltsher, left, her husband, George Oltsher, and her sister, Frances Gibbens were among those who dressed the part for the Riverside Foundation for Health Care’s “Oktoberfest” party Saturday evening at the Memorial Sports Centre auditorium. The event netted over $22,000 for […]
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Jessica George After smashing the shattered windshield and using the “jaws of life” in order to sufficiently help those trapped inside, members of the emergency response team carefully checked their vital signs during a highly-effective mock fatal car crash demonstration last Thursday by the railway crossing on McIrvine Road.
Jessica George Nancy Jones had students gathered around to hear about the beaver and the uses of his tail, as well as to catch a glimpse of the displayed carcass, which attracted much interest. This was done as part of the Seven Generations Educational Institute’s annual “fall harvest” festivities, which […]
Duane Hicks Wendy Adamkowski, left, and her mother, Nelly, chatted with local fire safety specialist Wayne Riches, who used items involved in actual house fires to explain the dangers of faulty appliances and leaving cooking pots on stoves Saturday morning at Canadian Tire. The discussion tied into “Prevent Homes Fires,” […]
Mitch Calvert Muskie Jeremy Whitehead (#34) leaped high in an attempt to make a catch while Tec Voc Hornets’ defender Jordan Moder (#70) covered him like a cheap suit during Winnipeg High School Football action Friday afternoon. The Hornets successfully defended their home turf with a 28-16 win, which dropped […]
Duane Hicks Shoppers Drug Mart employee Heather DeGagné put another “leaf” on the ever-growing display for the “Tree of Life” campaign, which ends this Friday (Oct. 10). The campaign is a fundraiser where shoppers are asked to purchase a leaf ($1), maple leaf ($5), or apple ($50) to place on […]
Jessica George Maxine Ramier, left, and Gerri Yerxa, members of the local Elder Abuse Committee, were spreading awareness at Safeway today to prepare for Provincial Elder Abuse Awareness Day (Oct. 19). They are handing out information to elders, giving them notice as to what constitutes abuse and what they can […]
Duane Hicks Local firefighter Rod Davis showed Megan Perreault, her son, Morgan, and daughter, Myla, some of the features of the Fort Frances Fire Department’s new pumper truck Saturday morning at Canadian Tire. Firefighters were there to promote Fire Prevention Week, which runs Oct. 5-11.
Paige Desmond Seth Bird, competing in the 11-14 age category, performed a trick Saturday during the memorial skateboarding competition held in memory of Neil Roy and Ben Klyne at the skate park here. Bird went on to capture first place in his division.
Duane Hicks Capt. Angel Sandoval of the Salvation Army pointed out how empty the shelves were Friday afternoon at the Citadel’s food bank. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, local residents are being asked to help the less fortunate and donate non-perishable food items. In related news, the public is […]
Jessica George “Victim” Laura Chabot was loaded into the ambulance after her vehicle was struck by a car full of high school students while they were racing their friends. Michelle Grynol and her “baby” (background) also were on board. It all was part of a mock accident set up at […]
Jessica George Soul/jazz/funk band “Loose Change Trio” made an impression last night as they put on a two-set show at the Little Beaver Snow Park. From performing famous tracks like “Ghostbusters” to Michael Jackson’s “Shake your Body to the Ground,” as well as some original songs such as “Clap your […]
