Fort Frances Times Online Edition - October 14, 2020

This year’s “Harvest Market” held at Emo Feeds on Saturday, October 10, was deemed a success by organizers. Despite COVID-19 hovering not too far away the Emo Feed Store was a busy place this past weekend. Many people following the COVID-19 protocol to do some shopping in this extremely unique store.

Father Gino Mathias sits in his office at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church as the parishes' newest priest.

A new priest has brought his passion for service to Fort Frances.

Father Gino Mathias is the newest priest at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. Originally from South India — “the southernmost tip” — Father Mathias has been serving in his role in various places around the world for the past two decades, including other parts of Ontario.

The young children were interested in the many pumpkins which were for sale. Many families left with one or two pumpkins which would no doubt be carved into jack-o-lanterns before the end of the month.

Since our St. Patrick’s Day luncheon had to be cancelled due to the onset of coronavirus in Canada, we felt a need to find a way to communicate with our fellow seniors after months of silence. For those who use Facebook, our name there is: Rainy River Activity Depot.

Gerber’s Mini Market was welcomed by everyone in attendance. Many people lined up to purchase some fresh vegetables.

Following two years of work and almost $40-million, the new bridge that connects Rainy River to Baudette, Minn. is finally complete.

Gerber’s Mini Market was welcomed by everyone in attendance. Many people lined up to purchase some fresh vegetables.

Tina Gerber, led a group of youngsters in a line-dancing workshop. She started with some rhythmic exercises and gradually introduced the various movers in the dance When they completed the workshop the resulting dance was well done and appreciated by the adults watching.

On Thursday, about 15 protesters gathered in front of 479 Government Rd. in Dryden, Ontario, to ask the provincial government for increased staffing and funding for long-term care homes.

Tina Gerber, led a group of youngsters in a line-dancing workshop. She started with some rhythmic exercises and gradually introduced the various movers in the dance When they completed the workshop the resulting dance was well done and appreciated by the adults watching.

The monthly meeting for the Laverendrye General Hospital Auxiliary was held in the hospital conference room on October 5 with eight members in attendance Five in person and three virtually. COVID -19 protocols were observed.

Kim-Jo Bliss animal display was a huge hit with everyone who gathered at the Emo Feeds’ Harvest Market on the Thanksgiving Weekend. The smallest children gave the bunnies the most attention, while the rest of the crowd gravitated to the slightly largest animals. Everyone enjoyed the animals who obviously enjoyed the attention.

Several local dirt mixers took part in a Superior Dirt Riders Motocross meet in Atikokan on September 26. The club runs several dirt bike and ATV practices and races throughout the summer and fall, in Emo, Atikokan and Kakabeka Falls.

Kim-Jo Bliss animal display was a huge hit with everyone who gathered at the Emo Feeds’ Harvest Market on the Thanksgiving Weekend. The smallest children gave the bunnies the most attention, while the rest of the crowd gravitated to the slightly largest animals. Everyone enjoyed the animals who obviously enjoyed the attention.

The Rainy River Seniors Depot is searching for a Secretary. Responsibilities would be attending monthly meetings, writing the minutes, and reading them at future meetings. Contact Myrna Armstrong, 707-8536, Angele White, 483-1088, or Rebecca Wood, 271-4473, or e-mail seniorsdepot@outlook.com to join.

Kim-Jo Bliss's animal display was a huge hit with everyone who gathered at the Emo Feeds’ Harvest Market on the Thanksgiving Weekend. The smallest children gave the bunnies the most attention, while the rest of the crowd gravitated to the slightly largest animals. Everyone enjoyed the animals who obviously enjoyed the attention.

Kim-Jo Bliss's animal display was a huge hit with everyone who gathered at the Emo Feeds’ Harvest Market on the Thanksgiving Weekend. The smallest children gave the bunnies the most attention, while the rest of the crowd gravitated to the slightly largest animals. Everyone enjoyed the animals who obviously enjoyed the attention.

Ogichidaa Francis Kavanaugh and Grand Council Treaty #3 congratulates Chief Arnold Gardner of Migisi Sahgaigan First Nation on his re-election this past Wednesday.

Kim Walters, a teacher at Sturgeon Creek, took lessons from Simone LeBlanc of Birch Bark Yarns on how to operate the Spinning wheel. LeBlanc also had a compete exhibition of the various types of wool and how they are processed into yarn.

New Gold Inc. Reported its third quarter operational results for the Company as of September 30, 2020 and reaffirms annual production guidance.

Kim Walters, a teacher at Sturgeon Creek, took lessons from Simone LeBlanc of Birch Bark Yarns on how to operate the Spinning wheel. LeBlanc also had a compete exhibition of the various types of wool and how they are processed into yarn.

Big trouble can come in small packages. This little guy caused a big ruckus with the family dogs on the Bliss farm recently, when he was discovered hiding in a tree. We welcome your photo submissions! If you have a photo you'd like to share with other readers, send it to tips@fortfrances.com.

On Tuesday, Ontario NDP Leader Andrea Horwath held a virtual media conference via Zoom and promised to improve long-term care homes in northwestern Ontario.

With the provincial elections coming up, one of Horwath's promises to the province's 630 long-term care homes is expanding the public system and ending for-profit long-term care in Ontario.

Representatives from MnDOT, Ontario Ministry of Transportation, Parsons, Stantec, Lunda Construction, Canada Border Services Agency, United States Customs and Border Protection, and Consul General of Canada Ariel Delouya were in attendance to commemorate the completion of the construction on the International Bridge.

Autumn is a perfect time to use the ski trails, so to encourage people to get out in the fresh air and stay active, the Rainy Lake Nordic Ski Club has waived trail fees for hiking, until ski and snowshoe season begins.

The chalet will remain closed, but seating and a fire pit are available for responsible use, and an outhouse is available near the chalet.

Jeff Gustafson shows off the lucky nine pound bass that carried him into the top ten at the Santee Copper Bassmaster event. This weekend, he continues the Bassmaster Series at Lake Chickamauga in Tennessee

Healthcare protesters in Dryden are demanding more funding and more staff to support long-term care homes.

The Fort Frances Family Centre which operates inside the Volunteer Bureau, held their Thanksgiving lunch on Thursday. The event was advertised on Facebook and was paid for by donation.

Healthcare protesters in Dryden are demanding more funding and more staff to support long-term care homes.

The Fort Frances Family Centre which operates inside the Volunteer Bureau, held their Thanksgiving lunch on Thursday. The event was advertised on Facebook and was paid for by donation.

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Fort Frances, distributed barbecue meals to celebrate their 40th anniversary and mark Mental Illness Awareness Week. The CMHA operates in 300 communities across Canada. Their mission is to champion mental health, facilitate access to mental health resources and support the recovery of those battling mental illness.

Healthcare protesters in Dryden are demanding more funding and more staff to support long-term care homes.

The government of Ontario has amended the Marriage Act to enable Indigenous officiants to perform marriage ceremonies according to their customs and traditions, and to submit a marriage for registration with the Ontario Registrar General. These changes, effective immediately, recognize the role of Indigenous communities and organizations in designating marriage officiants.

The governments of Canada and Ontario are taking additional steps to help farmers better protect the health and safety of agri-food workers in the province during the COVID-19 outbreak to ensure the continued supply of locally grown food all year round.

TORONTO - Ontario is reporting 721 new COVID-19 cases today and no new deaths related to the novel coronavirus.

The province says another 783 cases are now considered resolved.

The latest figures bring the provincial total to 61,413 cases, which includes 3,017 deaths and 52,512 resolved cases.

The bulk of the new cases are among those under the age of 60.