Merna Emara Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Jack Gray, above, has been vocal in his frustrations over needles and other dangerous items in his lawn, which he says originate from individuals who frequent the Family Centre. The facility has recently allowed homeless citizens to stay in tents on the property, below. […]
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Jack Elliott photo Cheers for Ears ….of sweet corn that is. Although sweet corn from the U.S. or southern Ontario has been in the local stores for the last couple of weeks, the first locally produced ears are just now becoming available. At their stand near the Canadian Tire store […]
Joshua Colling was presented with a plaque, to commemorate his years as fire chief. Pictured back row from left: James Gibson, Harrold Boven, Patti McDowall and Bridget Foster. Front row from left: Reeve Ken McKinnon, Joshua Colling and Darren Hughes. Missing members include Peggy Johnson, Dawn Hayes and Shawn Spence.
David Kircher Breathtaking sunsets are kind of our thing. This beautiful sight was captured recently along our waterfront walkway. Send us your breathtaking views, so we can share them with other readers! Send your photos to tips@fortfrances.com. – David Kircher photo
Darrell Martin, right, his son Kyle and wife Sharon display some of the chickens they had available for sale from the parking lot next to Fort Frances General Supply on Monday evening. The Martins have been raising and selling chickens for the past few years, though this is the first […]
The tugboat Owandem was gently placed onto its temporary resting spot at the Fort Frances Public Works yard by Shane Armstrong of Armstrong Crane and other volunteers on July 10. The Owandem has undergone significant restoration work and is now waiting for a more permanent berth to be built, which […]
Jeff Gustafson holds up part of his Day Two catch at the St. Lawrence River. – Bassmaster photo
Just some of the hundreds upon hundreds of bee colonies that have been scattered around the west end of the Rainy River District this summer. Many of the colonies have already been collected and moved out as the bloom on the canola fields wanes as the crop sets seed. Electrified […]
This baby girl’s family may not have been able to be in the hospital to wait for her arrival, but that didn’t stop them from celebrating! Little Joey Brooke was born to proud parents Bob and Zoe George on 10:37 am July 27, weighing in at 7 pounds 6 ounces. […]
Kelly McIntosh photo Our region has no shortage of spectacular weather. One reader saw this dramatic view over the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre recently. If you have a great shot of our town or your family keeping busy, send it to us so we can share it with […]
Fort Frances OPP, in partnership with the North West Region Organized Crime Enforncement Bureau, issued a search warrant on a Fort Frances home, resulting in the seisure of fentanyl. The drug has been responsible for seven overdoses, including one fatality, in the past two weeks.
Nell Laur Even local wildlife has been taking a break from the intense heat we’ve had lately. This white-tailed deer was taking a rest in the shade, while a squirrel hangs out nearby. If you have a great photo, send it to us, so we can share it with local […]
