Duane Hicks Aubrey and Olivia Eldridge were all geared up and ready to go if the alarm bells had sounded Saturday morning at the local fire hall. The Fort Frances Fire and Rescue Service hosted an open house to cap off “Emergency Preparedness Week,” welcoming the public to drop by, […]
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Led by Angela Gibson, Charlotte Kozlowski enjoyed a ride on horseback last Wednesday morning as youngsters from the Fort Frances Nursery School visited Running Horse Ranch, located north of Alberton. Each child got at least one ride, being led around the indoor arena, while some even headed outside to take […]
Duane Hicks Capt. Kirk Armstrong of the Fort Frances Fire and Rescue Service fitted a helmet on Aubrey Eldridge during a visit to the fire hall Saturday morning. The public was invited to come by for an open house to cap off “Emergency Preparedness Week” here.
Lucas Punkari Defending WISSOTA Midwest Modified champion Christopher Leek made his way around the Emo Speedway on Saturday as he shook down his car during the track’s annual open practice. Weather permitting, the 2013 racing season is slated to start there this Saturday (May 25).
Duane Hicks Jo-Anne McCaig, left, Dorothy Wepruk, and Marcia Zeleny were all dressed up for a “luau” volunteer appreciation luncheon yesterday at Rainycrest. Hallett Hall was colourfully-decorated for the event, where volunteers were treated to a delicious Hawaiian-themed meal, music, and even some hula dancing courtesy of Cynthia Hudson.
Lucas Punkari Marcel Pagee fired a pitch towards the plate yesterday evening as he and the rest of the Sight & Sound Wolves went up against the Big Island Huskies in Rainy River District Fastball League action here. A two-run homer by Duane Carlson in the first inning proved to […]
Heather Latter Judy Tucker showed off some of the gourd bird feeders she was selling yesterday on Scott Street during the first “Market Thursdays” event of the season. Hosted by the BIA, artisans and crafters are invited to book a table for any of the upcoming weeks. The “market” will […]
Heather Latter Autumn Smeeth enjoyed a ride on horseback yesterday morning as youngsters from the Fort Frances Nursery School visited Running Horse Ranch, located north of Alberton. Each child got at least one ride, being led around the indoor arena, while some even headed outside to take in the sunny […]
Staff A group of 14 deer was spotted grazing in this open area Tuesday evening on Eighth Street. Not seeming to have a care in the world, the relaxed bunch drew the attention of passers-by but remained at ease. A neighbourhood resident noted this morning some of the group has […]
Duane Hicks The “Walker Wildcats,” led by J.W. Walker principal Bill Daley, took part in the “Big Bike” fundraiser for the Heart and Stroke Foundation here yesterday afternoon. The teachers were one of four teams who pedalled for a good cause, with the others being Riverside Health Care Facilities, Inc., […]
Heather Latter “Marmee” (played by Larissa Desrosiers) admired a picture drawn by “Amy” (Alyssa Van Drunen), right, while “Meg” (Taylor Shouldice) looked on during a scene from “Little Women,” which opened last night at the Townshend Theatre. Presented by Fort High students, the musical runs through Saturday beginning at 7:30 […]
Heather Latter Ben Morelli, owner of “From the Grind Up,” was “locked up” Saturday as he participated in the “Jail or Bail” fundraiser hosted by the Fort Frances Voyageur Lions Club. With a total of 21 “convicts,” the club was able to raise almost $9,000, which exceeded its goal of […]
