Regional Senior Justice Marc Bode, of the Ontario Court of Justice, helped plant a silver maple outside the Rainy River District Courthouse last Wednesday afternoon as other members of the Ontario Court of Justice looked on. The Superior Court of Justice, Rainy River Law Association, and court staff also donated […]

Duane Hicks The “Voodoo Girls from Main Street Market” not only cast a spell on taste buds with “Mama Loa’s Voodoo Fire” chili to win “People’s Choice” votes, but also drew attention with their elaborate costumes and props.

Joey Payeur Muskie Cole Kowalski tested his vertical leaping abilities in soaring over Maples Marauders’ receiver Josh Pacia but had a possible interception slip through his fingertips in the second quarter. Kowalski more than made up for it, though, with an interception return for a touchdown to go along with […]

Heather Latter Dayton Tuesday and Hallee Galusha, along with other youngsters from the Zaagi-idiwin Aboriginal Headstart program, took full advantage of the pleasant, sunny weather this morning as they played at the Front Street Park. The above-average temperatures look like they might stick around until the end of the month.

Joey Payeur Lakers’ forward Mason Meyer ripped this shot on goal in the first period against Thunder Bay North Stars’ goalie Eric Mann. Meyer was stopped on this attempt but later scored twice to help the Lakers to a 5-3 victory in their SIJHL regular-season opener Friday night.

Heather Latter Renowned “We Day” motivational speaker Spencer West spoke to Grade 7 and 8 students at the Townshend Theatre yesterday, describing his journey after losing both legs from the pelvis down at the age of five. His message focused on overcoming challenges, and to be inspired to do something […]

Joey Payeur Muskie Sydney Beck, left, and Mika Kooistra of the S.C.A.P. Knights powered their way down the homestretch during the junior girls’ division at the Muskie Trailrun yesterday at the Rocky Inlet trails. The competition kicked off the NorWOSSA cross-country running season and was the first time in recent […]

Duane Hicks Beatrice Galbraith looked for a photo of her late father-in-law, Neil Galbraith, who served in both World War I and II, during yesterday’s wine-and-cheese reception to open “We Remember Them,” the new exhibit at the Fort Frances Museum. The exhibit, which is a partnership between the museum, Royal […]

Heather Latter Barbara Morgan, president of the Rainy River Law Library Association, placed some dirt around the base of a red pine yesterday afternoon outside the Rainy River District Courthouse as other members of the association looked on. The Superior Court of Justice, Ontario Court of Justice, and court staff […]

Heather Latter Debbie Scofield, left, and Linda Hyatt tasted 10 different chili recipes during the annual “Great Canadian Chili Cook-off” held yesterday at the local Legion. The event once again proved popular, drawing an estimated 175 people out for lunch. Holmlund Financial won the “Judges’ Choice” award while Main Street […]

Kiera Kowalski Fort High’s senior council members Cam Penney, left, Kate Parsons, and Julia Quast are part of the its recent evolution.

Heather Latter Hairstylist Jamie Geary handed over Beau Guild’s shaved locks to him Sunday afternoon prior to the 34-annual Terry Fox Run, which was held at the Sorting Gap Marina here. Guild, who had been growing his hair for four years, raised $960 for cancer research while the nearly 100 […]