Lindsay Campbell Gloria Tibbs, correctional officer from the Fort Frances Jail, put an end to Sgt. Chris Bonner-Vickers’ longtime moustache on Friday as a number of onlookers smirked at the sight. The Community Chest fundraiser—entitled “Locks for Locals”—saw $800 in pledges raised by Bonner-Vickers and Tibbs, who later had her […]
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Heather Latter Betsy Brokaw, right, finished just ahead of Kerry Canfield in the “Beat the Band” 5K run/walk at the Sorting Gap Marina Saturday morning. The fundraiser for the FFHS Band and Muskie track-and-field team saw 51 participants in the kids’ 1K event and 52 registered in the 5K distance.
Joey Payeur Nancy Indian of the Big Grassy Lynx used good judgment to take this pitch that was called a ball while Fort Frances Herricanes’ catcher Charity McMahon awaited its arrival from pitcher Micaela Jack during the first inning of yesterday evening’s 25-9 win by the Lynx at VanJura.
Duane Hicks The “Friends of the Museum” were busy Saturday morning beautifying the courtyard outside the Fort Frances Museum. Volunteers, including Dana Cridland, left, her sister, Danielle, and mom and “Friends” member, Caron, first cleared out the weeds and other plants, then planted pansies, marigolds, and other flowers the group […]
Heather Latter Those participating in the “Beat the Band” 5K run/walk took off from a location near the Hallett on Saturday morning. The fundraiser for the FFHS Band and Muskie track-and-field team saw 51 participants in the kids’ 1K event and 52 registered in the 5K distance.
Lindsay Campbell Kelly Jolicoeur, superintendent of the Fort Frances Jail, made a close shave on correctional officer Gloria Tibbs on Friday at “Locks for Locals,” a fundraiser for the Fort Frances Community Chest. The event—also featuring Sgt. Chris Bonner-Vickers having his long-time moustache shave off and a barbecue—raised about $2,300 […]
Lindsay Campbell Isagenix representatives Missy Andrusco and Catharine Peerenboom were “convicted” of feasting on wings and chips after a spirited squash match on Saturday. The two were participating in the Voyageur Lions Club’s annual “Jail or Bail” at the Memorial Sports Centre in conjunction with the trade show. The event […]
Lindsay Campbell Harper Gunderson, left, and Claudia Ellis, students in Mrs. Richards’ Grade 1/2 class at Robert Moore School, got creative making their own art yesterday during a field trip to the Fine Line Art Gallery here.
Joey Payeur There was plenty of green in front of the team in green as the “Small Fries” went on the attack against the “Tater Tots” in Fort Frances Youth Soccer action yesterday at the St. Francis Sportsfields. Players and fans alike enjoyed what was the first decent week of […]
Heather Latter Wendy Kabel, of the United Native Friendship Centre, was busy preparing one of the herb garden plots during a work bee at the Fort Frances Community Garden yesterday. Several employees from the local RBC also volunteered their time and even donated $1,000 to the garden.
Lindsay Campbell Tom Jones Corp. was using this large crane on the international bridge here yesterday to make repairs on the dam and install new pieces.
Joey Payeur Karma Andy fanned 16 batters yesterday evening but it wasn’t enough to prevent the Manitou Blaze from falling 12-3 to the host Couchiching Lady Raiders in Rainy River District Women’s Fastball League action.
