Heather Latter Robert Moore School student Maggie LeMesurier explained the purpose of her science project, which tested which brand of gum blows the biggest bubble, during the regional science fair Saturday at J.W. Walker School. About 30 students, hailing from Robert Moore, J.W. Walker, Balmertown, Red Lake, and Ear Falls, […]
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Duane Hicks Tammy Hayward, left, Nathan Cousineau, and Lisa Gibbs packed up boxes at the NCDS Transition Centre, which closed its door yesterday. The Workforce Literacy and Essential Skills program here was one of 33 one-year pilot projects launched in Ontario last year, but did not receive renewed funding to […]
Peggy Revell Local Family & Children Services board president Bob McGreevy, left, and executive director Vik Nowak yesterday unveiled the logo that will represent the new agency created from the eventual amalgamation of FACS and its Kenora counterpart. The merger—originally set to be completed by today (April 1)—is still six-eight […]
Heather Latter Beta Sigma Phi member Arlene Georgeson prepared bunches of daffodils at Knox United Church last night in preparation for the local sorority’s annual “Daffodil Day”—a fundraiser for the Canadian Cancer Society. Daffodils were on sale today at various local businesses, costing $7 per bunch or $12 for two […]
Duane Hicks Kiwanian Robin Wright, left, and Blair Anderson of Betty’s read out the winning ticket in the Fort Frances Kiwanis Club’s “Trip of the Month” draw this morning at International Travel Services here. Jean and Eloise Camirand of Fort Frances will be heading to Paris—a trip valued at $4,600. […]
Peggy Revell Local Confederation College student Eddie Forget tested out one of the two new heavy equipment simulators the college has acquired for those enrolled in the heavy equipment operator program. With foot pedals and controls hooked up to a computer and large screen, the new equipment allows students to […]
Duane Hicks Spring is for the birds, it seems, as three swans (two of which are pictured here) were spotted at Pither’s Point yesterday afternoon amid numerous flocks of geese and seagulls which have made their recent return to Borderland.
Heather Latter Fort Frances resident Levi Morris, a first-time author, signed a copy of his book, “United Spectrum,” on Tuesday afternoon at the Fort Frances Museum. The philosophical book examines human nature, life, death, and everything in between. Copies are available at Betty’s or by contacting Morris at 274-5704.
Lucas Punkari Michael Nelson cracked a smile as he and fellow members of the Border Skating Club worked through a routine during last night’s dress rehearsal for the 39th-annual ice show. This year’s show, themed “Legends,” goes Saturday at 7 p.m. and again Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Ice […]
Peggy Revell Fourth-grader Cameron Bowles used a popsicle stick to roll up maple syrup that had been boiled and poured onto snow as French students at Robert Moore School created “Les sucettes au sirop d’érable.” The sweet treat has been one of many French-Canadian traditions students have been learning throughout […]
Heather Latter Dom Frenette looked on as Frank Maraj signed her copy of “Snapshots II: Navigating the University Years,” yesterday at Fort Frances High School.
Heather Latter This is one of the new workshop rooms at Northern Community Development Services here that people were able to view during its grand re-opening last Thursday afternoon. NCDS held an open house for the public to check out its recent renovations, which also include a new reception area […]
