Duane Hicks Marah Trivers, left, and Mandy Lahti of NCDS put the finishing touches on this outdoor Christmas tree made of wooden planks Friday at the Fine Line Art Gallery. The tree—made by NCDS staff and Greg Mattson—is one of the 15 entries in the “Festival of Trees” silent auction. […]

Heather Latter “Speed Control” members Jody Peters (on bass) and Ian March (drums) offered up a history of rock ’n roll during the second concert of this season’s “Kids & Co.” entertainment series last night at the Townshend Theatre. The hard-hitting rock trio, who have dedicated themselves to furthering music […]

Heather Latter Leanne Spry, of the Times’ Web Design division, put the finishing touches on one of the Christmas trees that are helping to add some festive cheer in the front window of the office. The Fort Frances Times is taking part in the local Chamber of Commerce’s window-decorating contest, […]

Staff Mitts made from recycled sweaters, microwave hot pads for bowls, insulated food carriers (seen here), and clothing protectors made from towels are among the recycled sewing projects by Cathy Robinson on display at the Fort Frances Library Technology Centre until the end of the month. Robinson’s goods also will […]

Heather Latter Peyton Cousineau, six, dropped his ticket in the raffle to win one of many decorated trees up for grabs Saturday afternoon during a craft and bake sale at Rainycrest. There also was a penny table, bake sale, and local vendor blender while resident Frances Shelfantook was on hand […]

Duane Hicks Alicia Subnaik-Kilgour, CEO of the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre, showed off the Dr. Seuss “Whoville” Christmas tree library staff decorated for the “Festival of Trees.” A total of 15 trees have been donated, which can be bid on now at the Fine Line Art Gallery on […]

Heather Latter Gabrielle DeGagne, eight, snuggled with Santa on Saturday during his stop at Walmart here. With Christmas just a month away, local children can expect to see jolly St. Nick at various locations around town over the next few weeks.

Joey Payeur Lead Adam Esselink, left, and second Wayne Roy put their backs into sweeping this shot by skip Dan McFayden during Thursday night men’s league action at the Fort Frances Curling Club. The town is marking “Curling Week” through tomorrow.

Joey Payeur Muskie Katie Sinclair had a clear lane to the net on this first-period scoring chance much to the dismay of Kenora Broncos’ defender Kylie Lindquist and goalie Aryn Puls. Sinclair had a goal and two assists in the black-and-gold’s 10-0 shutout win last night.

Joey Payeur Muskie Tyler Mosbeck (11) had no time for stopping despite the presence of Kenora Broncos’ defencemen Eastin Gautier (95) and Rhyse Mandamin (24) during the second period of Fort High’s 6-3 victory here Tuesday night.

Heather Latter Grade 12 student Taylor Shouldice, right, who had a co-op placement in the music room at Fort High, explained to fellow student Maria Ball about her display called “The Instrument You Were Born With.” Students who participated in co-op placements this semester lined the atrium yesterday with their […]

Heather Latter Glenn Craig, president and CEO of the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation, presented members of Riverside Health Care Facilities, Inc. with a grant for $12,200 from the Northern Cancer Fund yesterday at La Verendrye Hospital. The funds will be used to purchase new equipment for chemotherapy, including […]