Motorcyclists vulnerable
(ORILLIA, ON) - Despite daily reminders to Ontarians to stay home and avoid non-essential travel, a number of recent motorcycle sightings on Ontario Provincial Police-(OPP)-patrolled roads suggests that some motorcyclists may not be taking the message seriously.
5 essential tips for working from home
(NC) With remote work on the rise, it comes with unexpected challenges. Stop them from standing between you and your best work-self by following these simple tips:
1. Keep to a schedule. Try to keep your work day routine to the schedule it's used to. The less your body realizes you're home, the more comfortable and productive you'll be.
On Working from Home
My job, as a rule, involves talking to people. Physically leaving the office and walking uptown (or driving )and spending time with my advertising customers. Granted, I do a lot by email and text but I also am out and about a fair bit. I talk on the phone a lot. Basically, I spend (spent) a good part of my day talking/consulting and listening - to people.
First Nations bands set up checkpoints to block the spread of COVID-19
Treaty Three Police and Treaty Three communities have joined forces to impose Band Council resolutions to screen and limit visitors to remote reserves across the region. The move is an effort to limit the spread of COVID-19 into vulnerable populations.
Be bear wise this spring
Public should exercise caution as bears come out of hibernation.
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) remind you to exercise caution as bears begin to come out of hibernation this spring.
Region's tenth case in Atikokan
Atikokan's first positive case of COVID-19 is related to an outbreak at the Lac Des Iles palladium mine, 90 km north of Thunder Bay, according to the NWHU
Council adds voice to calls for 502 cell service
The Town of Fort Frances is adding its voice to a call from the Township of Emo for the provincial government to address the lack of cellphone coverage along Highway 502.
Surge plans now in place
LaVerendrye General Hospital (LVGH) in Fort Frances is at the centre of a comprehensive, regional plan to cope with an outbreak of COVID-19.
Police seek missing teen
Treaty Three Police are asking for the public's assistance in finding a missing teen. Ernest Kent was reported missing from the First Nation Territory of Whitedog on April 6, 2020. Police have information that Ernest was driven to the City of Kenora and dropped off in the Minto area. Kent may currently be in the Kenora or surrounding area.
Local volunteers making masks for essential retail workers
A new local Facebook group is aiming to make a difference and support essential retail workers in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Search for man ends in tragedy
FORT FRANCES - An emotional search has ended in tragedy. The remains of Chauncey Lyle Grover, who has been missing since mid-January, have been found.
On January 22, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Rainy River Detachment received a request from the Treaty Three Police Service to assist with an investigation into Grover's disappearance.
Local emergency services brightening birthdays
The Alberton, Chappell, Emo And LaVallee Fire Departments are offering a service to brighten the day of a child's birthday.
All four departments are offering an “outside the box” idea for a child's party.
North Stars' Dowswell named SIJHL Equipment Manager/Trainer of the Year
THUNDER BAY, Ont.—The SIJHL announced on Sunday that Don Dowswell of the Thunder Bay North Stars has been named its recipient of the 2019-20 SIJHL Equipment Manager/Trainer of the Year Award.
This honour is presented annually in recognition of an individual on the training/equipment staff of one of the SIJHL's member clubs for their efforts, in this capacity, during the campaign.
Carlson among 15 Noles to capture All-American honours
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—The College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America announced its All-America award winners last Wednesday. Due to the cancellation of the NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships, the CSCAA Board adjusted the selection criteria for each Division.
Rainycrest window
In order to bridge the communication gap between residents at Rainycrest and their families due to the strict no-visitation policy in response to COVID-19, staff at the long-term care home have begun organizing window visits.
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The Spry Farm might be closed to visitors, but the family is still as busy as ever, taking care of their animals. Henry Spry offers a nibble of hay to Hank, the donkey. Henry and his family have been keeping busy with chores. What has your family been doing to stay busy and healthy during COVID-19?
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Liam Stafford has been enjoying his time off school helping out on his family farm. With calving season, he's been on hand to help feed the newborn calves. He's even had a chance to take a ride or two on some very patient cows! What have you and your family being doing to stay safe and busy during COVID-19?
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The Elliotts and their tour group explore further into China. Clockwise from left, a back street or 'huton' district of Old Beijing; a stone ship on the man made lake at the Summer Palace.
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Quinn Mishibinijima was all excited as she watched the Emo Fire truck drive by her home. Sirens, lights and horn all going strong. Sparky taking part added the final touch. This made Quinn's sixth birthday extra special, even during our time of social distancing! -Submitted photo
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Brecken Mann is really getting into the yardwork - literally. What have you and your family been getting into during COVID-19? Take a picture and send it to us, at tips@fortfrances.com
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Tonight's snow flurries to last into tomorrow
Tonight will be partly cloudy with a chance of flurries and a low of -11 C (12 F).
Tomorrow will see a chance of flurries during the day with cloudy periods overnight and a high of two (36) with a low of -10 (14).
Friday will bring a mix of sun and cloud during the day with cloudy periods overnight and a high of eight (46) with a low of three (37).