– Ken Kellar photos

The cast of Fort Frances High School’s production of “We Will Rock You” are ready to hit the stage tonight, Wednesday, April 24, 2024, for the first of four shows that promise to light the spark of rock and roll in the hearts of all audience members, while also celebrating […]

– Ken Kellar photo

It’s the way of the future on the iPlanet, ruled over by the GlobalSoft Corporation, where all kids are the same, eternally online, and the spirit of Rock and Roll is almost gone, in Fort Frances High School’s production of “We Will Rock You,” opening tonight and running through Saturday, […]

– Ken Kellar

Ozzy Osbourne (Mackenzie McClain) leads the group of Bohemians in remembering the rock stars of ages past during a rehearsal for Fort Frances High School’s production of “We Will Rock You,” set to run this Wednesday, April 24, through Saturday, April 27, at the Townshend Theatre. The musical features the […]

–Allan Bradbury photo

A damaged train car is broken down by heavy equipment on Monday afternoon after leaving the tracks with two other cars in the CN rail yard in Fort Frances on the afternoon of Sunday, April 21, 2024. According to a notice from the Fort Frances Fire department posted on social […]

–Allan Bradbury photo

From left, Kim and Nicole LePine, Carole Mackintosh and Marilyn O’Dell supported the St. Mary School Intermediate trip to Quebec and Ottawa by attending Wednesday’s afternoon tea fundraiser. Many people turned out to buy some baked goods and bid in the silent auctions.

The following are the results of the Piano Division, held Wednesday, April 10 and Thursday, April 11 under Adjudicator Everett Hopfner and the Instrumental Music Division, held Monday, April 15 under Adjudicator Annette Hay. Piano Piano Solo, Examination Courses, Baroque Composers, Grade 1 (P)FIRST: Brynna Strain (Honors) Piano Solo, Examination […]

- Robin McCormick photos

The first seniors breakfast was a hit, with nearly 80 seniors gathering for pancakes, eggs and sausage. It was so popular, a second breakfast date is already in the works. From top, Henry Miller and Alexis Miller-Norris enjoyed some father-daughter time; Reg and Margie Weeks chat over coffee; three of […]

–Allan Bradbury photo

The cast of the play Mistatim performed on the Robert Moore stage Monday night. Mistatim is an unforgettable story of reconciliation, about the taming of a wild horse and the truest of friendships. Under a prairie sky, a simple wooden fence is all that separates Calvin on his ranch and […]

Go Figure, comprised of guitarist Ryan Brown, left, singer Theodore Donaldson, drummer and writer Damien Hunt and bassist Lucas Hendrix, performed a pair of songs during the morning instrumental session of the Rainy River District festival of the Performing Arts on Monday, April 15, 2024. The band played an original […]

- Staff photo

The historic bandshell in Smokey Bear Park, International Falls, was destroyed by a fire which broke out on April 8. The bandshell has been a beloved icon since the 1940s, hosting music concerts, festivals and performances. The fire is currently under investigation by authorities. According to CBS, the flame took […]

- Allan Bradbury photos

The Border Skating Club showed off their year’s work with a Family Night themed exhibition, on Sunday, April 7. Family and Friends were treated to a fun, fast-paced show, which included choreographed group and solo performances. Above, is a No Rules Night “Sugar Rush” performance; right, was graduating senior Abbi […]

- Allan Bradbury photos

The 10th annual Chuck McPherson Memorial Hockey Tourna- ment was held at the Duke Arena last weekend drawing teams from across the district and beyond. 13 teams competed across three age groups. Medal winners were as follows: Gold Winners:U-9 – Armstrong CrushersU-11 – Green Pro TarcatsU-13 – Attack Noir Silver […]