Shirley Skirten This trumpeter swan was among five that were spotted in the waters near Point Park yesterday–a sure sign spring is on its way. Some Canada geese also were reported there this past week.
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Nicholas Donaldson St. Michael’s School students revealed their crime-fighting alter egos as they participated in “Superhero Day” this morning. All students were encouraged to dress up as their favourite superhero by donning their mask and cape.
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Kenzie Begin showed off her science project, “Popcorn,” which aimed to find out which brand of popcorn pops best, during the Fort High Grade 7/8 science fair there on Wednesday. Paige McFayden earned first place with her project, “Is It Dirty?”, Emma Toriseva took second place for “No More Plaque,” […]
Nicholas Donaldson Fort Frances Lions Club members Donna Lowey and Bonnie Penney spoke to Grade 1 and 2 students about the history and importance of the Canadian flag yesterday at St. Michael’s School. After questions and the singing the national anthem in both English and French, each student received a […]
Joey Payeur Eric Pitkanen lifted the NorWOSSA boys’ hockey trophy in celebration after the Muskies claimed their 10th-straight league crown Tuesday night in Kenora with a 4-1 win over the St. Thomas Aquinas Saints to sweep the best-of-three final. Both teams now advance to the OFSAA ‘A/AA’ boys’ championship here […]
Nicholas Donaldson Local Métis community members, including Anne Marie Armstrong (foreground), taught jigging to students at St. Michael’s School on Tuesday. The youngsters learned the steps and followed the instructors as they moved around the gym in time with the music. They also learned how to play the spoons, along […]
Nicholas Donaldson Ethan White and Harmony Yerxa delivered bags of popcorn to Olivia Allen and Sydney Kellar at St. Michael’s School yesterday. The initiative was for a “Popping for peace” Lenten fundraiser at the school. More than 200 bags were made and sold for $1 each, with proceeds going to […]
Submitted Jaxon Grimard created some art inspired by sand and surf last Thursday during a “Beach Day” party in Ms. Richards’ class at Robert Moore School. The Grade 1 students turned their classroom into a tropical paradise and had a fun-filled day with beach-themed crafts, snacks, games, and activities. The […]
Duane Hicks Cadance Sinclair balanced a ball on a metal spoon while running an obstacle course during “SnOasis 5” on Saturday.
The wide variety of prizes were on display in the community hall, which were presented Saturday afternoon to participants in the fish derby, the Cribbage tournament, and the winter-themed photo contest.
Brianna Johnson overshot the final hole on the mini-putt course as volunteer Lauren Hyatt cheered her on Saturday afternoon during “SnOasis 5” at the public library.
Meghan Spooner told a story to youngsters through a series of yoga poses, which they had to perform along with her Saturday at the public library.
