Sam Odrowski Shannon Carlson, author of “Jack the Husky” and an advocate for the fair treatment of dogs, was at the Devlin Hall on Saturday for its “Spring Fling” vendor event, where she had her book on display and sold natural dog products. More than 20 vendors filled the hall […]
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Jamie Mountain Brett Hahkala blasted a shot over Dryden GM Ice Dogs’ defenceman Ryan Brandt and a diving Jordan Wilde to notch the Fort Frances Lakers’ first goal of the game on a man advantage during the first period of his squad’s 6-5 shootout win Friday night at the Ice […]
Duane Hicks Construction is continuing on the new addition to the Super 8 Motel here. The 24-room expansion, being built by Syncor Construction of Thunder Bay, is due to be completed by the end of August.
Sam Odrowski Vai Lockman, left, and David Morrison enjoyed a game of Pokemon Monopoly at the Fort Frances Public Library yesterday afternoon during its “Pokemon Party.” Children also enjoyed decorating cupcakes, participating in pin the tail on the Charmander, and other Pokemon-themed games. The library has run a series of […]
Sam Odrowski Crossroads students Cathryn Robinson, left, and Calleigh Councillor shared big smiles from the ice surface outside of the school during the ice skating portion of the “Project Sunset” program.
A western scene from an old-fashioned saloon is one of the wood carvings on display at the Fort Frances Public Library right now. The pieces will remain on display until March 29. The library tries to display different community artwork throughout the year.
Sam Odrowski Students and their families (above) joined Crossroads staff for Family Literacy Night on Thursday, where they enjoyed a game of “Pillowcase Bingo.” As the first winner, Reid Seabrook, pictured below with his mom, Megan, had first pick for the specially-designed pillowcases up for grabs. The Scholastic Book Fair […]
Sam Odrowski Alexa Bagacki flipped a piece of French toast during the “You’re the Chef” program at St. Francis School here earlier this month. The students also made fruit parfaits and learned some culinary skills during the cooking lesson.
Ken Kellar Ashtyn Thomson, left, and Ethan Jeffery took advantage of the sunny weather Monday to polish their shooting skills. Environment Canada says temperatures will dip back below zero Celsius by Friday but more sunshine is forecast for the weekend.
Duane Hicks Public Works has been using the former Shevlin wood yard to dump snow this year. With the mercury rising, the snow piles are melting but the town has taken steps to make sure adjacent properties aren’t at risk of flooding.
Dave Ogilvie For more than 40 years, the staff and students at Sturgeon Creek School have held their annual winter carnival on the last day before March Break. Starting with a pancake breakfast for the families, the older students always have organized and supervised various events for the younger ones. […]
Submitted The Rainy River District School Board presented Donald Young School with its Recognition of Excellence award at last Tuesday night’s board meeting. The school was recognized for their back-to-school pow-wow held in September. Students Makinnley McCormick, left, Taneecha Leonard, Mya Taylor, and Alia McQuaker did a fantastic job presenting […]
