Duane Hicks Fort High Grade 9 students Ryann Scott, left, and Shelby King made a splash in the name of the Rainy River District Women’s Shelter of Hope in Atikokan during this year’s “Polar Plunge” on New Year’s Day.
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Heather Latter Arielle Marie Shana Andrushuk was the first baby born in Rainy River District for 2015. Though not due for another few weeks, she made her surprise arrival at La Verendrye Hospital here at 9:34 p.m. on Jan. 2, weighing in at seven pounds. Proud parents are Alex Andrushuk […]
Heather Latter Anna Mainville had a blast sliding at the overpass Friday afternoon—prior to the overnight snowfall that blanketed the district early Saturday morning. Temperatures also have dipped since then, halting most outdoor activities due to the extreme cold warnings. However, there is an end in sight to the cold […]
Joey Payeur Lakers’ forward Lucas DeBenedet (16) tried to catch Dryden GM Ice Dogs’ defenceman Kyle Pouncy (4) and goalie Tate Sproxton napping while linemate Bryson Jasper cruised in looking for a rebound during this first-period scoring chance.
Heather Latter Despite the frigid temperatures, Fort Frances Jail staff participated in a “Day of Action” demonstration there yesterday afternoon. Correctional services workers across the province took part in the protest against the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services. The Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU), representing the local […]
Joey Payeur Fort Frances Holmlund Leafs’ goalie Anthony Gill-Roisin denied Fort Frances Wu Warriors’ forward Cam Bowles on this golden scoring chance in the second period of the final of the seven-team FFMHA Bantam ‘A’ tournament yesterday at the Ice For Kids Arena. Dayton Labbe’s goal 46 seconds into overtime […]
Duane Hicks Rev. Barb Miller and Randy DeGagne took the plunge in support of the “Knox Renewal Project” yesterday during the Voyageur Lions Club’s annual “Polar Plunge” on Sand Bay. Together, the pair raised $2,588, making them the top fundraising group this year.
Heather Latter Miranda Veitch of Century 21 pulled out the winning ticket for the 16th-annual “Trip of the Month” draw hosted by the Fort Frances Kiwanis Club at International Travel this morning as Kiwanian Robin Wright looked on. Carla Koski of Fort Frances was the first winner of 2015, earning […]
People lined up for their plate during the annual community Christmas dinner held Dec. 25 from noon-2 p.m. at the Fort Frances Curling Club. In addition to preparing the buffet, organizers and volunteers also delivered 50 “Meals on Wheels” to those unable to attend the event.
Joey Payeur Rob Barkley must have felt like laundry going through the spin cycle as he tried perfecting his technique at a kayak-rolling clinic Sunday at the Memorial Sports Centre. The clinic was hosted by the Fagerdahl family, with son, David, acting as lead instructor.
Ken Kellar Instructor Richard Trenchard brought young snowmobile enthusiasts up to speed on the finer points of having safe winter fun during a training course put on by the Borderland Snowmobile Club on Dec. 22 at Gillons’ Insurance here. A total of 21 participants attended the seminar, with another one […]
Joey Payeur Anika Alexander was on her game during the Sunset Country Squash Club’s annual Boxing Day tournament at the Memorial Sports Centre.
