Heather Latter Kenora-Rainy River candidates Randy Nickle (PC), left, incumbent MPP Sarah Campbell (NDP), and Anthony Leek (Liberal) answered a number of questions last night during a candidates’ debate hosted by the Rainy River Federation of Agriculture at the Millennium Hall in Stratton. Green Party candidate Tim McKillop of Pickle […]
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Duane Hicks “Friends of the Library” members Laurel Halvorsen, left, Marge Sveinson, and Cathy Robinson were hard at work organizing books of all sorts for the group’s annual book sale tomorrow (May 31). The sale will run from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre. Drop […]
Joey Payeur Cam Lidkea launched into an exuberant sprint of joy after the Grade 9 centre midfielder fired the winning goal as Fort High edged the Dryden Eagles 3-2 (4-2 on penalty kicks) in the NorWOSSA final yesterday in Kenora.
Joey Payeur Thunder Bay’s Daniel Flewelling (background) and Collin Maronese ignored any warnings about a “no-fly” zone as they caught big-time air while battling in the Junior MX-3 division at the season-opening race of the Superior Dirt Riders’ circuit Saturday at the Emo Motorcross track.
Duane Hicks Shower renovations Darryl Galusha, director of seniors’ services and administration, eyed up the renovations recently done in one of the shower rooms at Rainycrest Long-term Care. Facility maintenance staff also recently fixed up a dedicated foot care room to provide better service and care for residents there.
Heather Latter Mary Strain sprinted to the finish line and was the top female participant (with a time of 20:34) during the second-annual “Beat the Band” 5K run/walk, which saw about 60 people join in. A fundraiser for the FFHS band and Muskie track-and-field team, the event also staged a […]
Courtesy of Chris Marchand – Dryden Observer Muskie Sierra Cousineau, right, was ferocious in her pursuit of the ball against a Dryden Eagles’ opponent during the teams’ 2-2 draw in NorWOSSA action there last Wednesday. Both the Muskie girls’ and boys’ teams finished the regular season in first place to […]
Heather Latter More than 60 participants took off from the Sorting Gap Marina on Saturday for the second-annual “Beat the Band” 5K run/walk. A fundraiser for the FFHS band and Muskie track-and-field team, the event also hosted a 1K kids’ run before.
Heather Latter Judy Tucker and Priscilla Wright manned the lone booth set up on Scott Street for the first “Market Thursday” of the season yesterday. The pair were offering everything from plants and birdhouses to decorated clothespin bags and cinnamon buns. Local artisans and crafters are urged to book a […]
Haley Anderson This humorous sign at the corner of Second Street East and Mowat Avenue sums up a lot of people’s feelings in Borderland. And looking at the weekend forecast, it appears that spring finally has truly sprung here.
Haley Anderson Four-year-olds Ann Kivimaki and Elizabeth Blight enjoyed the Shrine Circus on Tuesday in support of the Border Shrine Club. Shows were held at 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., after which youngsters could take part in face-painting, pony rides, and have photos taken with the performing bears. Proceeds will […]
Joey Payeur Shortstop Courtney Easton of the Couchiching Lady Raiders gunned this throw to first for an out yesterday evening at the Rodrick and Telford Bruyere Ball Field. But it was the Fort Frances Herricanes who roared to a 17-10 victory as the Rainy River District Women’s Fastball League opened […]
