Duane Hicks Looking for a hobby now that autumn is just around the corner? Why not try knitting? Kim Erickson deftly worked her needles yesterday during a gathering of the “Fireside Yarn Club” at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre. The group meets there every Wednesday from 6-7:45. p.m., […]
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Duane Hicks A bird’s-eye view of the front portion of the new Rainy Lake Square taken late last week shows the project on the 200 block of Scott Street is progressing quickly. Work is expected to be completed by Sept. 30, allowing for a grand opening to take place on […]
Nicholas Donaldson George Oltsher drove his 1927 Whippet (above) while the Stratton Post Office displayed a historical set-up (below) during the “Ontario 150” parade held there Saturday. Other events included a vendor-blendor, children’s activities, a fastball game, and a mini tug-of-war tournament to celebrate the milestone. The day culminated with […]
Duane Hicks Dr. Kit Young-Hoon, Medical Officer of Health for the Northwestern Health Unit, urged council to update the town’s Municipal Alcohol Policy during its regular meeting Monday night.
Submitted Sandra Brunetta, right, chatted with Fort Frances Museum curator Sherry George, left, and museum volunteer Maxine Hayes about how best to start gathering older residents’ recollections of growing up here during a meeting last Wednesday.
Nicholas Donaldson Work continues on the bridge leading into the east end of Emo as one of a few construction projects taking place along Highway 11/71 across the district. Reduced speeds and single-lane traffic are a result of the culvert replacement being done between the Emo Inn and Cloverleaf.
Nicholas Donaldson Organizers and volunteers at “Layin’ Pipe in the Fight” posed in front of the drainage plow in their matching pink T-shirts during Saturday’s event just west of Pinewood. The fundraiser–featuring a barbecue, penny table, and laying specially-made pink drainage tile-raised $19,350 for breast cancer research.
Submitted Stratton native and current Winnipeg resident Danielle Shrumm joined her nephew, Layton Malodowich from Rainy River, along the running path at The Mounds for the third-annual “Pi Run” put on by the Stratton Recreation Committee on Saturday morning.
Submitted Thunder Bay’s Megan and Kory Carr, along with Stratton natives Jackie McCormick and Trevor Bonot, were given an enthusiastic send-off at the Stratton Recreation Centre on Saturday night as the Canadian mixed curling champions prepare to head to Champéry, Switzerland next month for the world championships.
Nicholas Donaldson Board chair Dianne McCormack presented Crossroads’ principal Kerri Tolen and vice-principal Sharla MacKinnon with the recognition of excellence at the first regular board meeting of the new school year last Tuesday (Sept. 5). The recognition was in honour of the “Being Well Together-Count on It!” event held at […]
Duane Hicks Abby Bone was all smiles after receiving her “Canada 150” pin and certificate during Monday night’s council meeting. Bone, her sister, Emma, and mom, Toey, each were recognized for their volunteer work with “Meals on Wheels” and the Robert Moore School breakfast program. About 30 local volunteers received […]
Nicholas Donaldson Director of Education Heather Campbell looked on as Lemuel Carradice read his oath of office to undertake the role of student trustee at the Rainy River District School Board meeting here last Tuesday (Sept. 5). Carradice, a Grade 12 student at Rainy River High School, will represent all […]
