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These stories about local sports and the people who make it all happen are made possible through the continued support of the Beyak Automotive Group  as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Duncan Keith among eight new hockey hall of famers

The all-star defenceman and two-time Norris Trophy winner spent part of his formative years playing hockey in Fort Frances before moving west to continue his development.

Jun 24, 2025 4:22 PM Read more >

‘Too special not to share’: Dog sled company moving south, to Sioux Lookout

“It is something that I feel is very important for the longevity and the well-being of mushing as a whole, that someone is making quality dog sleds for people to purchase," said Jesse Terry, new owner of Gatt Sled.

Jun 3, 2025 1:27 PM Read more >

Cat Lake receives over a thousand pounds of hockey equipment

This is the fourth consecutive year Mikinakoos Children’s Fund has received new hockey gear from WestJet and its partners.

Feb 27, 2025 7:28 PM Read more >

Lakers defenceman charting his own path

Gavin Simon will be the first Minnesota-born player to ever play for the Southern New Hampshire NCAA Division III program starting next season.

Feb 3, 2025 4:30 PM Read more >

Ice Dogs set to face an unique opponent

The Superior International Junior Hockey League club will take on members of Dryden Emergency Services in a fundraising game on Jan. 19.

Jan 13, 2025 4:50 PM Read more >

Red Lake resident honoured for coaching work

Renee Bausch recently received an Ontario Coaching Excellence Award for her work in the community.

Oct 31, 2024 10:00 AM Read more >

New squash court floors a long time coming

Fort Frances squash players are getting used to the new court floors at the Memorial Sports Centre, which were replaced for the first time in over three decades.

Jun 27, 2024 1:58 PM Read more >

Kenora track speeds into seventh season

The Lake of the Woods Speedway starts off its 2024 campaign on Sunday.

Jun 4, 2024 3:04 PM Read more >

Northwestern Ontario golf club swings into a new era

Formerly known as Eagle’s Landing, the nine-hole facility has a new name following an operation change last winter.

Jun 4, 2024 8:00 AM Read more >

Nominations sought for Fort Frances Sports Hall of Fame

The pubic nomination process is now open for the fifth induction class, which will officially be enshrined on Aug. 9, 2025.

May 27, 2024 10:54 AM Read more >

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