Joey Payeur Muskie James Gushulak kept his passing options open under the watchful eye of Red Lake Rams’ defender Jakob McCleary during the first period of Fort High’s 11-0 rout yesterday afternoon at the Ice For Kids Arena to close out the two-game series.

Heather Latter Lauren Hyatt, right, rehearsed a scene yesterday alongside a group of young actors for the upcoming production of “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” Presented by Fort Frances Little Theatre, the traditional Christmas comedy will take to the stage at McMillan Hall (Knox United Church) on Dec. 1-4 at […]

Heather Latter Timea Enge admired some of the Christmas snow globes available at Northwoods Gallery & Gifts on Thursday evening during the annual “Girls’ Night Out” event on Scott Street. A number of downtown businesses participated in the promotion, with stores staying open until 8 p.m. and offering tax-free sales, […]

Heather Latter Gianna Gushulak had her sights set on a Barbie as she placed her bid during the “Spirit of Christmas” fundraiser at La Place Rendez-Vous on Sunday afternoon. Hosted by the La Verendrye Hospital Auxiliary, the event featured a silent auction, refreshments, a bake table, knitting table, and gently-used […]

Joey Payeur Fort Frances resident Paul Pirie, left, received the Louis Riel Medal from Sunset Country Métis Council president Clint Calder on behalf of the Métis Nation of Ontario during a ceremony at the Métis Hall last Wednesday as part of Louis Riel Day celebrations here. Pirie served with the […]

Joey Payeur Fort Frances Bantam ‘AA’ Canadians’ goalie Jaden Cooper took the low road while trying to stop Jaxon Germain of the International Falls Broncos, with blueliner Alex Krassey trying to help out his netminder, during the first period of the gold-medal game in the Canadians’ home tournament Sunday at […]

Duane Hicks Sgt. Mark Chwastyk stopped a motorist on Second Street East yesterday afternoon during the first day of the OPP’s annual Festive R.I.D.E. campaign. Until Jan. 7, officers will be holding R.I.D.E. checks at all times of day across Rainy River District to make sure people aren’t driving impaired, […]

Joey Payeur Peyton Avis of the Fort Frances Bantam ‘AA’ Canadians fired away against International Falls Broncos’ goalie Mitchell Nemec during the first period of the gold-medal final in the Canadians’ home tournament yesterday at the Ice For Kids Arena. The Broncos took the title with a 5-3 victory as […]

Duane Hicks Vi Plumridge, left, chose a dainty from a tray offered by Gemma Lamonato during Saturday’s tea, bake sale, and bazaar at Zion Lutheran Church. It was a busy weekend at local churches, with similar events at Knox United and St. John’s Anglican on Saturday and then the C.W.L.’s […]

Heather Latter June Keddie admired this tree made of wine—one of the more than 130 items up for grabs yesterday afternoon during the “Spirit of Christmas” at La Place Rendez-Vous. Hosted by the La Verendrye Hospital Auxiliary, the event featured a silent auction, refreshments, a bake table, knitting table, and […]

Heather Latter Monica Sus, organizer of this year’s “Spirit of Christmas” hosted by the La Verendrye Hospital Auxiliary, put the finishing touches on this gift basket donated by Dr. Cam Moorhouse. The event will feature refreshments, a silent auction, a knitting table, and will take place Sunday from 3-6 p.m. […]

Heather Latter Anna Peters entered a draw to win one of two $50 gift certificates at Northwoods Gallery and Gifts last night during “Girls’ Night Out” on Scott Street. A number of downtown businesses participated in the promotion, with stores staying open until 8 p.m. and offering tax-free sales, as […]