Heather Latter Nickolas Wood proudly showed off his certificate naming him a “first rate rider” after he participated in the “First Rider” program this morning. Organized by the Rainy River District Transportation Services Consortium, the program is designed to familiarize young children and their parents with school buses and school […]
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Joey Payeur Jillian Gustafson was still going strong in the final strides of the second-annual Splash and Dash aquathlon held at Point Park yesterday. Gustafson finished third in the women’s division, with Hailey Beaudry tops among females in a time of 36:59. Dwayne Olson of Winnipeg was the men’s and […]
Haley Anderson Keisha DeBungie, 11, left, Kianna Adams, nine, and Star Martin, 12, enjoyed the bright lights, treats, and fast rides on Saturday at the Emo Fair, but the trio’s favourite fair pastime was playing games offered on the midway. It looks like luck was on their side.
Haley Anderson Elvis Presley tribute artist Daylin James wowed the crowd with his familiar voice and uncanny moves during Friday night’s fundraiser concert at the Townshend Theatre. The riveting “Comeback King Show” drew a sizable crowd to raise funds for Community Living Fort Frances and District.
Haley Anderson R.J. McDonald led his 1,300-pound steer around the ring Saturday afternoon during the annual 4-H auction. The event was held in conjunction with the Rainy River Valley Agricultural Society’s fall fair in Emo.
Heather Latter Kassidy LeDrew, centre, was crowned the 2014 Emo Fair queen yesterday evening upstairs at the Emo Arena. Elizabeth Allan, left, captured the title of First Princess while Joleigh Hayes was named Second Princess. Prior to the crowning, Benjamin Latter earned the title of this year’s Mini-King, with Reece […]
Joey Payeur Elizabeth Morrisseau of Taggs, right, closed in fast on Maggie Jean of the La Place Rendez-Vous Voyageurs U18 squad during the women’s division final of the Borderland Soccer League yesterday evening. After the two teams were tied 1-1 after regulation time, Morrisseau netted the go-ahead goal during the […]
Joey Payeur Shannon King, left, and Gabrielle Nussbaumer of Al’s Racquet Stringing had full intentions of relieving Sara Roach of the ball in Taggs’ 5-3 win in semi-final action Tuesday evening.
Haley Anderson Six-year-old Taryn Oster and her brother, Kade, nine, enjoyed a healthy snack at the Lions Park here Tuesday morning. The complimentary picnic was put on by the Northwestern Health Unit as part of its “Do One Thing” campaign, which promotes taking small steps to lead a healthier, more […]
Haley Anderson Harper Woolsey, four, peddled through pylons to practise riding her bicycle in a straight line at the OPP bike rodeo held this morning at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre parking lot. More than 20 youngsters took part in a variety of different road tests and also […]
Haley Anderson Lori Germain Crowe, left, Meagen Berry, and Celia Berry kept busy building a bamboo foundation for their “withy” lanterns during a workshop led by Lindsay Hamilton last night at the Fort Frances Museum. Due to the overwhelming response, a second workshop is scheduled for next Wednesday (Aug. 20). […]
Haley Anderson The “Pharmasave Dawgs” paddled in sync to pull ahead of the “Cancer Survivors Pink Dragons” for a fifth-place finish at the third-annual Boundary Waters Dragon Boat Festival, which took place Saturday on the upper Rainy River. “Smokey’s Bears” (MNR) took home first place, followed by defending champs “Dragon’s […]
