Sarah Pruys Brian Sheehan, a director with Lions Club International, gave the keynote speech at the 48th-annual Charter Anniversary of the Fort Frances Lions Club on Tuesday evening at the Adventure Inn. He spoke to local Lions about being a family, and that great things can be accomplished by believing […]
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Heather Latter Robert Moore School student Olivia Eldridge entertained the audience at a spring tea there yesterday with her piano solo, “Bravery at Sea.” The tea, held in conjunction with Education Week, showcased the talents of those students who participated in the recent Rainy River District Festival of the Performing […]
Heather Latter J.W. Walker School students Reggie Jewell, left, AJ Kellar, Marissa Loveday, and Kennedi Handberg presented a scene from “The Quest” before their fellow classmates yesterday afternoon. The play, featuring a mash-up of fairy tale characters who must find a cure for Grandma, teaches a lesson in helping others. […]
Heather Latter “Elle Woods” (Ericka Tymkin) hit the books, with the help of her sorority sisters, in order to make it into Harvard Law School during a scene from Fort Frances High School’s production of “Legally Blonde.” The comedic musical garnered plenty of rave reviews during its run last Wednesday […]
Heather Latter Kennedy Latimer (vocal), left, and Caitlin Sande (piano) were presented with Rose Bowls for their excellent performances in this year’s Rainy River District Festival of the Performing Arts. The Rose Bowls, along with numerous other plaques and awards, were handed out during Sunday afternoon’s annual “highlights concert” at […]
Sarah Pruys Owen Riches aimed at a deer silhouette with a Nerf bow-and-arrow during the Gun & Hobby Show on Saturday, where children had the chance to win a badge if they got the foam dart through a circle in the centre of the deer. The fifth-annual show saw more […]
Lucas Punkari In what could be viewed as an unconventinal workout when it comes to preparing for a soccer game, Taylor Hazel hoisted teammate Maryam Seid on her back as she marched uphill during a conditioning session for the Muskie girls’ soccer team Monday afternoon.
Sarah Pruys Cassie Krawchuk, a Grade 2 student at J.W. Walker School, enjoyed pancakes this morning along with her brother, Gunner, who is in junior kindergarten. The breakfast, which was held before classes began, was part of activities in conjunction with Education Week (May 7-11).
Heather Latter Grade 1 student Evan Strain spelled his word correctly during a “spelling bee” at St. Michael’s School yesterday afternoon in conjunction with Catholic Education Week, which runs all week. Other grades will be taking part in spelling bees, as well, in addition to a number of other activities […]
Heather Latter Kennedy Latimer performed the song “Fifteen Pounds (Away from My Love)” yesterday afternoon during the Rainy River District Festival of the Performing Arts annual highlights concert at the Townshend Theatre. Latimer was the recipient of the vocal Rose Bowl while Caitlin Sande was awarded the Rose Bowl for […]
Sarah Pruys Cornelius Ens, left, from Manitou Gun Works showed off his collection to Shane Mose during the fifth-annual Gun & Hobby Show, which drew more than 600 people to the Fort Frances Curling Club on Saturay. A large selection of firearms, hunting gear, arts and crafts, wood carvings, and […]
Duane Hicks Trauma specialist Natalie Zlorde spoke to attendees from across the region yesterday during the National Victim of Crime Awareness Week 2012 conference at the Fort Frances Curling Club. The Rainy River District Victim Services Program hosted the two-day workshop, entitled “Responding Effectively to Acute Stress Reactions,” which wrapped […]
