Sam Odrowski Dave Taggart of the Canadian Border Services laid a wreath during the annual Remembrance Day ceremony held yesterday morning at the Fort Frances cenotaph. About 150-200 people braved the chilly weather to attend the ceremony, which saw close to 30 wreathes and crosses being laid. Similar ceremonies were […]
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Sam Odrowski Craig Miller, environmental superintendent for the Town of Fort Frances, yesterday gave a presentation on the process of treating raw lake water at the town’s treatment plant for a Grade 8 class at St. Francis School. The class then toured the plant this morning, led by Miller and […]
Sam Odrowski Crews managed to finish laying the first layer of asphalt for the overpass construction on Tuesday and Wednesday but line painting for the roadway likely will be delayed until next year due to the recent cold and wet conditions. Temporary reflective stickers will be put on the asphalt […]
Duane Hicks Volunteer Jorja Pope, top left, offered Ron Bridgeman some sandwiches while her friend, and Bridgeman’s granddaughter, Piper Cross, refilled his coffee Sunday afternoon during the annual Remembrance Day Tea hosted by the Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary at the Legion Hall. Below left, Logan Neurisnki and her brother, Brayden, got […]
Duane Hicks Laura Gosse, community engagement co-ordinator for the Fort Frances Museum & Cultural Centre, showed off a set of paddles made and donated by Friends of the Museum members Eric Fagerdahl during the live auction. One paddle has an image of the “Hallett” burned into it while the other […]
Duane Hicks Diane Clifford, left, Val Calder, and Min Crowe had a friendly chat as music played and festive laughter filled the air on the main floor of the museum Thursday evening during “Novemberfest.”
Duane Hicks Jordie Baird performed songs throughout most of the evening, only take short breaks for the stein-holding contests and live auction.
Duane Hicks The appeal of German desserts made upstairs at the museum a popular stop for the those attending “Novemberfest.” Here, Jason and Barb Kabel each indulged their sweet tooth.
Sam Odrowski Lori Maki, left, Lisa Belluz, Jacquee Loerzel, Tyson Dennis, Coun. June Caul, and Mayor Roy Avis held up the bright purple “Shine the Light” flag before it was raised in front of the Civic Centre on Thursday morning. The “Shine the Light” campaign is meant to bring the […]
Duane Hicks Debbie Collett was dressed in the spirit of the event as she enjoyed a plate of Bavarian fare. Flint House served up a smorgasbord of tasty food, ranging from bratwurst and Black Forest ham to soft pretzels and cheese dip.
Jamie Mountain Legion Br. #29 president Ray Watson, Legion member Rod Davis, and Mayor Roy Avis held up the poppy flag before raising it ain front of the Civic Centre last on Wednesday. The flag is a symbol of remembrance and recognition for the sacrifices made by those who fought […]
Duane Hicks Jean Richards last week got the silent auction ready for the Fine Line Art Gallery’s upcoming “Christmas Extravaganza.” From now until the open house this Saturday (Nov. 10), people are urged to drop by 529 Mowat Ave. and bid on upwards of 25 items. The bids will be […]
