Staff Students and staff at St. Michael’s School, and even some parents, took part in the Terry Fox School Run there yesterday. Supporting the Terry Fox Foundation in its ongoing work to fund innovative and progressive cancer research programs, schools across the district took part in the national event. Donate […]
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Duane Hicks Sydney Stanley cooked up another burger yesterday during Day Two of Sunset Country Ford’s three-day 20th-anniversary event. The sale continues today until 8 p.m.
Duane Hicks Amer Mumtaz, left, Petrina Carlson, Terri Seguin, and Lauren DeGagne gave away hotdogs in exchange for donations yesterday, as well as sold zipper pulls, necklaces, and magnets made by CIBC staff Rebecca Webb, to raise funds for the upcoming CIBC “Run for the Cure,” the closest one of […]
Duane Hicks Lauren Hyatt was on the job as the new events and programming co-ordinator at the Fort Frances Museum yesterday. Over the next year, she will get the community engaged in museum programming, help plan for “Canada 150” activities, and continue work on an initiative to make museum exhibits […]
Heather Latter Dressed in their 1920s finest, Kerry Zucchiatti placed a bid on a silent auction item while Campbell Handberg looked on during the Riverside Foundation for Health Care’s annual fall gala, this year entitled “Mobsters and Dames.” Held Saturday night at the Fort Frances Curling Club, the event raised […]
Heather Latter Samaria Smith, left, and Mya Smith participated in a memorial walk Saturday morning in support of family and friends of missing and murdered indigenous women—in particular their family member, Ashley Smith, who was murdered in 2007. The walk, which started at the Sorting Gap Marina, was preceded by […]
Joey Payeur On their 15th try as a team, Rainy River’s Joey Bonhomme, left, and Jim Hall finally were able to capture the Rainy River Walleye Tournament—and the $15,000 first prize—on Saturday with a two-day total weight of 16.69 pounds.
Fort Frances Lakers’ forward Nathan Washington (7) was derailed from his intended route by Thief River Falls Norskies’ defenders Peter Grytdahl (5) and Tyler Chalupsky during the first period of the Lakers’ 4-2 loss in their SIJHL regular-season opener Friday night at the Ice For Kids Arena.
Duane Hicks Work on Colonization Road East continues to move along (rain or shine), with the road expected to be opened by the second week of October. Contractor Makkinga Contracting & Equipment Rentals now is replacing the road base and compacting it, as well as doing some curb work and […]
Heather Latter A contingent of district residents of all ages gathered Saturday morning for a memorial walk in support of family and friends of missing and murdered indigenous women. The walk, which started at the Sorting Gap Marina, was preceded by a traditional sunrise ceremony and offerings at the Nanicost […]
Heather Latter Andrea and Perry Schoffner of Winnipeg were among those who got dolled up Saturday night for the Riverside Foundation for Health Care’s annual fall gala, this year entitled “Mobsters and Dames.” Held at the Fort Frances Curling Club, the event featured a tasty meal prepared by local chef […]
Heather Latter Jenna Bailey, right, and Tatum Ronmark got to work on their chalkboard art project this morning during the “I Am Awesome! (And I Know It!)” self-esteem retreat for young women being held this weekend at Sunny Cove Camp. All participants were asked to select an inspirational quote that […]
