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Fort Frances is a town located in Northwestern Ontario, in the Rainy River District.

The Town of Fort Francesfortfrances.caJoined May 2012

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Update from the Municipal Emergency Control Group regarding #closures.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 18, 2022

As floodwaters recede and clean-up efforts continue, effective July 18, 2022, the following areas will reopen to pedestrian and vehicular traffic:

1. Front Street (Mosher Avenue to Minnie Avenue)
2. Front Street walking path
3. Front Street bike path
4. Front Street Fitness Equipment
5. Sorting Gap Marina
6. Sorting Gap Gas Docks
7. Rainy Lake Sports Dock
8. Point Park (open to pedestrian traffic only)
9. Point Park Tenting Area (open to pedestrian traffic only)

To ensure the safety of the public while clean-up efforts continue to take place, the following closures (pedestrian and vehicular) remain in place:

1. Front Street (Williams Avenue to Minnie Avenue; Mosher Avenue to Armit Avenue)
2. Sorting Gap Playground
3. Lookout Tower
4. The Hallet
5. River Front Docks
6. Point Park (closed to vehicular traffic only)
7. Point Park Beaches
8. Point Park Playground
9. Point Park Ball Diamond
10. Seven Oaks

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Update from the Municipal Emergency Control Group regarding closures:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 14, 2022

As floodwaters recede and clean-up efforts continue, effective July 14, 2022, the following areas will reopen to pedestrian and vehicular traffic:

1. Front Street (Mosher Avenue to Minnie Avenue)
2. Front Street walking path
3. Front Street bike path
4. Front Street Fitness Equipment
5. Sorting Gap Marina
6. Point Park (open to pedestrian traffic only)
7. Point Park Tenting Area (open to pedestrian traffic only)

To ensure the safety of the public while clean-up efforts continue to take place, the following closures (pedestrian and vehicular) remain in place:

1. Front Street (Williams Avenue to Minnie Avenue; Mosher Avenue to Armit Avenue)
2. Sorting Gap Playground
3. Sorting Gap Gas Docks
4. Lookout Tower
5. The Hallet
6. River Front Docks
7. Point Park (closed to vehicular traffic only)
8. Point Park Beaches
9. Point Park Playground
10. Point Park Ball Diamond
11. Seven Oaks

We thank you for your patience and understanding.

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Town of Fort Frances

Due to the ongoing cellular outage, the Town of Fort France after hours number will not be available. For after hours emergency assistance, please email: pwoncall@fortfrances.ca

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#FortFrances #Emergency #Sandbags

Residents can return used sandbags to the Public Works Yard at 900 Wright N, just off 5th Avenue, from 7:30AM-4:00PM, Monday to Friday.

Please be advised that the contaminates in used sandbags can be harmful to human health. It is important to keep the following in mind when handling used sandbags:

• Wear appropriate protection such as gloves and eye protection to reduce your risk of exposure to bacteria, chemicals or other hazards that could be present on or in used sandbags.
• Wash hands with soap and warm water after contacting floodwaters or handling items such as used sandbags.
• Do not reuse sand from used sandbags in areas where there may be human contact.
• Do not reuse the sand from used sandbags in children’s sandboxes, playgrounds or for landscaping purposes where there may be direct human contact.
• Never dispose of sand from used sandbags in a wetland, along waterways (shorelines) or other locations where it may have contact with people, wildlife, and the water.

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Update from the Municipal Emergency Control Group regarding closures and sandbagging operations:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 8, 2022

Sandbagging operations have been suspended, as successful sandbagging efforts have created a large stock of filled sandbags. Residents are still able to obtain sandbags at the Shelvin Woodyard by calling 807-274-9841 ext. 1, for access to the yard between the hours of 8:00AM – 8:00PM, Monday – Sunday. The situation will continue to be monitored and sandbagging efforts will be restarted if necessary. Thank you to all the volunteers and businesses who assisted with these efforts.

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Update from the Municipal Emergency Control Group regarding closures and sandbagging operations:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 7, 2022

The Town of Fort Frances Municipal Emergency Control Group is continuing to monitor and take the necessary actions to ensure the protection of critical infrastructure, assets and properties directly affected by the high waters.

As a result, the following closures (pedestrian and vehicular) have been implemented:

1. Front Street (Williams Avenue to Butler Avenue; Mosher Avenue to Armit Avenue)
2. River Front walking path
3. Front Street bike path (Williams Avenue to Butler Avenue; Mosher Avenue to Armit Avenue)
4. Front Street Playground
5. Front Street Fitness Equipment
6. Sorting Gap Marina
7. Lookout Tower
8. The Hallet
9. River Front Docks
10. Point Park and Seven Oaks (closed to both pedestrian and vehicular traffic)

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! If you, or someone you know, is interested in assisting, you can head to Shevlin Woodyard between the hours of 8:00AM - 8:00PM, Monday - Sunday to assist. Thank you to everyone who has already volunteered their time in assisting these efforts!

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Thank you to staff from Holmlund Financial for assisting in sandbagging at the Shevlin Woodyard!

Staff from Holmlund Woodyard assist with sandbagging at the Shevlin Woodyard.

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Thank you to staff from Nicole DS Miller Law Professional Corporation and Larry Phillips Law Office for helping out with sandbagging operations!

Staff from Nicole DS Miller Law Professional Corporation and Larry Phillips Law Office help out with sandbagging operations.

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Thank you to Mr. Ogden, Mrs. Petsnick, and the grade 7's from FFHS for helping fill sandbags for the community!

Grade 7's from FFHS pose for a photo after spending the morning sandbagging at the Public Works Yard.

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Update from the Municipal Emergency Control Group regarding closures and sandbagging operations:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 1, 2022

The Town of Fort Frances Municipal Emergency Control Group is continuing to monitor and take the necessary actions to ensure the protection of critical infrastructure, assets and properties directly affected by the high waters.

As a result, the following closures (pedestrian and vehicular) have been implemented:

1. Front Street between Minnie Avenue and Williams Avenue
2. Front Street between Armit Avenue and Mosher Avenue
3. Front Street walking path
4. Front Street bike path
5. Front Street Playground
6. Front Street Fitness Equipment
7. Sorting Gap Marina Gas Docks
8. Sorting Gap Marina Boat Launch
9. Lookout Tower
10. The Hallet
11. Crowe Avenue Dock
12. Point Park and Seven Oakes (closed to both pedestrian and vehicular traffic)

Access to La Verendrye Hospital - Riverside Health Care is still accessible through all entrances.

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Douglas W. Judson

This crane is preparing to move our historic logging tugboat to safety. Our local newspaper reports that the crane is weighed down with 100 tons of counterweight in order to allow it to lift the boat out of the water. Never a dull moment in

. 📷: FF Times (Facebook)

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Update from the Municipal Emergency Control Group regarding closures and sandbagging operations:

The Town of Fort Frances Municipal Emergency Control Group is continuing to monitor and take the necessary actions to ensure the protection of critical infrastructure, assets and properties directly affected by the high waters.

As a result, the following closures (pedestrian and vehicular) have been implemented:

1. Front Street between Minnie Avenue and Williams Avenue
2. Front Street between Armit Avenue and Mosher Avenue
3. Front Street walking path
4. Front Street bike path
5. Front Street Playground
6. Front Street Fitness Equipment
7. Sorting Gap Marina Gas Docks
8. Sorting Gap Marina Boat Launch
9. Lookout Tower
10. The Hallet
11. Crowe Avenue Dock
12. Point Park and Seven Oakes (closed to both pedestrian and vehicular traffic)

Sandbagging operations continue at the Public Works yard and volunteers are welcome to assist. Operations have been extended Monday-Sunday, 8:00AM – 8:00PM. Volunteers are required to register with Town Staff at the Animal Shelter building.

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93.1 The Border

The town of Fort Frances could use your help with sandbagging efforts.

931theborder.ca

Fort Frances Preparing For Higher Water

The mayor of Fort Frances calls it dire.

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Fort Frances Times

The Town of Fort Frances has added concrete blocks to the deck of The Hallet to keep it from floating away.

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Update from the Town of Fort Frances Municipal Emergency Control Group regarding closures and sandbagging operations:

The Town of Fort Frances Municipal Emergency Control Group is continuing to monitor and take the necessary actions to ensure the protection of critical infrastructure, assets and properties directly affected by the high waters.

With this said, we have implemented the following closures effective today:

1. Front Street between Minnie Avenue and Williams Avenue
2. Calder Drive from the camping area around the loop by Vanjura Ball Diamond
3. Sorting Gap Marina Gas Docks

Sandbagging operations continue at the Public Works yard and volunteers are welcome to assist. We are currently operating Monday-Friday 9am-4pm. Volunteers are required to register with Town Staff at the Animal Shelter building.

We thank you for your patience and understanding and would like you to be reassured that we will continue to monitor the situation and work to keep the public informed through 93.1 The Border and our Town of Fort Frances social media.

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Community Futures Ontario

En cette période de fêtes, donner local – aimez local ❤ - This holiday season, give local - love local ❤ #acheterlocal #petitmagasin #lovelocal #shoplocal #smallbusiness

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Community Futures Ontario

#ShopLocal this holiday season

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Douglas W. Judson

A new skyline for

this morning. 💥 🏭

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And another view …

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@TourDeFortMusic

Support the Riverside Foundation for Health Care by bidding here: 32auctions.com/.../112900/auc Riverside Fdn does amazing work to bring state of the art health care to the community of

. Support them if you can AND get yourself tickets to all our shows!

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Douglas W. Judson

Tonight I delivered a report to Council on the following files I am working on: ☑️ An update on concerns related to the

Int'l Bridge ☑️ Comments on the proposed splash pad ☑️ Remarks on the proposed Phair Ave Park expansion Details:

douglasjudson.ca

November 22, 2021 Report to Council

The following are the prepared remarks delivered by Councillor Douglas W. Judson at the meeting of Committee of the Whole of Council on November 22, 2021. Check against delivery. | Good evening: I...

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Canadian Tourism

Today is #WomensEntrepreneurshipDay and we want to celebrate, empower and support #Women who operate #TourismBusinesses. Learn about how we support #WomenEntrepreneurs: ow.ly/bx0J50GRQS8

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@TourDeFortMusic

NOVEMBER 29

@chantalkreviaz

TOWNSHEND THEATRE

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@TourDeFortMusic

A message for

from Geri Hall and

@captainpearson

, stars of

. They'll be at Townshend Theatre on November 3rd. Get your tickets today!!

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Turning your hobby into a shared experience FREE WORKSHOP - mailchi.mp/8fb43f565aa2/w

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@TourDeFortMusic

We are announcing our 2021-22 Concert Series TOMORROW at 4:30CST live and online. Check us out on Facebook for event details/links. We've got some wonderful acts coming to the #TownshendTheatre in

this fall and winter. Facebook.com/tourdefort

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Northwestern Health Unit

No single layer of protection is perfect, and one layer isn't enough. Each health protection measure works with the next – the more measures used, the better protected you are. Do what you need to in order to keep yourself and those you love healthy. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Swiss_che

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Northwestern Health Unit

As of September 22, proof of vaccination is required to enter places like restaurants, bars and nightclubs. Access your receipt online or call 1-833-943-3900. covid-19.ontario.ca/proof-covid-19

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Northwestern Health Unit

Getting tested when you should is one of the most important steps to stopping spread in our communities. If you have any symptoms – even just one and even if it’s mild and goes away quickly – get tested! Do your part. covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessmen

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Northwestern Health Unit

Masks or no masks? How many people are allowed? Do I need contact info? Do we need to keep safely distanced? If you are planning a gathering, make sure it follows Ontario’s regulations. Learn everything you need to know to keep your guests healthy: covid-19.ontario.ca/public-health-

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Douglas W. Judson

The

@OntHumanRights

is currently engaging the public to develop a new policy on the discriminatory display of names, words and images. Its news release specifically cites the guidance it provided to

around the renaming of #ColonizationRoad: ohrc.on.ca/en/news_centre

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Northwestern Health Unit

As of September 22, proof of vaccination is required to enter places like gyms, fitness facilities and sporting events. Access your receipt online or call 1-833-943-3900. covid-19.ontario.ca/proof-covid-19

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Fort Frances Public Library

Drop by the library this Tuesday and Wednesday (10 am-8 pm) to make a button for free to wear on Thursday in recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. #EveryChildMatters

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@TourDeFortMusic

Next Sunday! Join us for our virtual 2021-22 Season Series announcement. Facebook.com/tourdefort for event details. We can't wait! #tourdefort #return2livemusic

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Douglas W. Judson

The

and I are joining forces to offer a vaccine certificate and ID clinic next week in

. Drop in for help printing or downloading your Ontario vaccination certificate or to get certified copies of your government-issued ID.

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Ministry of Northern Development Ministry of Mines

The Ontario government is supporting the growth of the agricultural sector in the Rainy River district by investing more than $1.3 million in two tile drainage projects. Learn more: bit.ly/2YUgxxw

Text: Supporting the agricultural sector in Rainy River District

Alt: Image of a farm field with a barn and silo in the background

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Sunset Country - Northwest Ontario

Get your free copy of the 2021 Sunset Country Travel Guide and map visitsunsetcountry.com/order-your-gui #fishing #canadafishing #sunsetcountry #discoverON

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Sunset Country - Northwest Ontario

#Fall is certainly in the air although the leaves on the trees have not reached this point yet. What is your favourite outdoor activity in the Fall? It's a great time to be outdoors with few bugs and cooler temps... #outdoors #hiking #fishing #leaves #Autumn

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Northwestern Health Unit

The COVID-19 vaccine does not: -infect you -alter your DNA -cause disabilities -affect your fertility What the COVID-19 vaccine does is protect you, your loved ones and your community. Get the facts: ow.ly/9R1Z50G7ViO

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