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2013/05/17 18:26

Looking for something to do on the long weekend? Have friends or family visiting from out of town? How about spending some time on the riverfront? The “Hallett” and lookout tower along the La...

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2013/05/17 18:26

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2013/05/16 18:26

Border waits expected

The Canada Border Services Agency is anticipating higher traffic volumes at the Fort Frances port of entry this Victoria Day long weekend, which also marks the start of fishing season in Northwestern...

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2013/05/16 18:26

Council approves new taxi rates

Town council approved an increase in taxi rates in Fort Frances at its regular meeting Monday night. The new rate will be $4.20 for the first .25 kilometres or part thereof, and 10 cents for each...

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2013/05/16 18:26

House leagues in focus

Although the 2013/14 season is still a long way off, the Fort Frances Minor Hockey Association already is taking steps to ensure its house leagues are as strong as they can be. “We will be focusing a...

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2013/05/15 19:25

DVD produced to help Boivin family

When Corey Dobransky first heard of the accident that injured local snowmachine racer Curtis Boivin back in December, 2011, he wanted to help out as much as he can—but was unable to do so because of...

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2013/05/15 19:25

Pair enjoyed experience at Gold Cup

For Fort Frances hockey players Carter Brown and Brandon Bodnar, the opportunity to match up with the top 1997 birthdate players in Ontario during the inaugural OHL Gold Cup tournament in Kitchener...

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2013/05/15 19:25

Banner depicts history of York boats

A local artist and historian have teamed up to create a new banner to coincide with the Métis exhibit currently on display at the Fort Frances Museum. Over the past few months, Wayne Barron and Merv...

2013/05/15 19:25

Second mural to go up at arena

The ’52 Canadians Arena will be brightened up with more art created by local youth after town council gave the nod for a second mural to adorn one of its walls. Artist and art instructor Lindsay...

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2013/05/15 19:25

Pageant ‘worthwhile’ experience: Hyatt

Although she didn’t win the title of Miss North Ontario, Emily Hyatt, who recently represented Rainy River District at the pageant in Sudbury, called the experience a “worthwhile” one. “I wasn’t...

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2013/05/15 19:25

Town urged to team up to buy former tourist centre

The Economic Development Advisory Committee is recommending the town pursue the purchase of the former Ontario Tourism Information Centre (OTIC) here once it becomes available, and enter into a...

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2013/05/15 19:24

Behind bars

Wednesday, 15 May 2013 - 1:30pm 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....

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2013/05/14 18:26

Intern to head Canada Day parade

A parade will be part of the Canada Day celebrations here after all, with the Rainy River Future Development Corp. taking over the reins. RRFDC regional economic developer Geoff Gillon told town...

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2013/05/14 18:26

Mousetrap car

Jordan Bruyere measured the distance his mousetrap car travelled down the hallway at Fort Frances High School yesterday as students in Ilka Milne’s Grade 9 tech class tested out their creations. The...

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2013/05/14 16:07

Evacuees spread across North

About 100 Pic Mobert First Nation residents could be staying in a Sault Ste. Marie hotel for at least a week as band officials remain behind to assess the impact of an anticipated flood. The 100...

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2013/05/13 18:26

Lengthy agenda on council’s plate

Since it’s been three weeks since their last meeting, town council has a lengthy agenda ahead of it tonight, including three presentations on various matters. Artist and art instructor Lindsay...

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2013/05/13 18:26

Crews busy with rash of grass fires

Ten new fires were confirmed in Northwestern Ontario over the weekend. The forest fire hazard has been “low to moderate” for the Northwest Region, but it easily can climb into the “high” range with...

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2013/05/13 18:26

Town hosting flood evacuees

Fort Frances is hosting 64 residents of Attawapiskat First Nation, who had to evacuate their community due to flooding and sewer back-ups. The first plane of evacuees arrived at Fort Frances Airport...

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2013/05/13 18:26

Volunteers in spotlight

Twenty-six district residents will receive the Volunteer Service Award for their dedication to local organizations tomorrow night. The ceremony will be held at 7 p.m. at the Townshend Theatre. The...

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