Although the forest fire rating was recently high to extreme, the current rainfall the area has received brought the rating down to low to moderate. Deb MacLean, of the Ministry of Natural Resources reports that the area saw almost 10,000 strikes of lightning on Sunday and Monday. Although this number appears high, it is not unusual [...]
The Dryden District Agricultural Society’s 103rd Fall Fair was blessed with fine weather and series of spectacular moonrises over three days in Dryden last week as the community swelled with fair goers from around the region. Here is a sampling of images captured over three exciting days of events at the Dryden Fairgrounds. Photos by [...]
For the second year in a row, patrons of the annual Trout Forest Music Festival in Ear Falls endured some very nasty weather, Aug. 13-15, that all but shut down the main stage and crammed the muddy hordes into the protective confines of the tent covering of Frank’s Tavern stage. Rain gear was a must [...]
Eagle Lake Coalition continues efforts to protect peninsula Eagle Lake residents opposed to forestry on the Farabout Peninsula haven’t let up on their goal of preserving the 1,000 hectare landmass as a conservation area. Lakeshore residents from the Townline Rd. area near Eagle River formed the coalition in 2008 after learning of a proposed plan to build [...]
After being rained out on July 3, the Aug. 14 Soap Box Derby brought out a large crowd and 13 cars for the second annual event. After moving the races to Colonization Ave. hill, the cars were able to max their speed at 39km/h. The races featured three classes, an A class for kids 13 and under, [...]
19 August 2010
While first place winner, Louise Gauthier managed to bring in a 6.65lbs walleye during the Ice Dogs fishing derby, it was the only big fish of the tournament. Second place weight , captured by Ken Gauthier, was only 1.68lbs and Kelly McNally came in third with 1.18lbs. With six tagged fish released into Wabigoon Lake, five prizes [...]
18 August 2010
Both Steve Carrell and Tina Fey have had their share of fame and fortune in the past few years; Carrell with The Office and Fey with her incredible imitation of politician Sarah Palin on Saturday Night Live. Coming together for Date Night was a no brainer for these two and is just another success to add [...]
18 August 2010
Jim and Judy McArthur have taken on a project of monumental proportions and don’t regret it for a second. The old Shallow Lake School, also known as the Rice Lake School had come to the end of its life and needed a new home. The McArthur’s have taken on the project of restoring and maintaining the old [...]
18 August 2010
Briana Jonasson, a resident of Dryden, represented Dryden and the country in the World Championships of Performing Arts in Hollywood, California. She competed in many different categories including singing, acting, and different forms of modelling. Winning a bronze medal in eveningwear, and a silver medal in photo model, Jonasson also took home the gold Industry Medal for [...]
18 August 2010
Greg Rickford, MP for the Kenora riding, hosted a question and answer session as well as a dinner following the Gun and Collectables Show held by the Dryden Rifle & Pistol Club on Saturday, August 14. With over 100 people in attendance, Rickford answered many questions and concerns the public had on the situation with the [...]
18 August 2010
Grace Haven has put down some roots in their new home on Cecil Avenue in Dryden. Finding themselves in a crunch for time, the group contacted the church communities after many unsuccessful attempts at a new location. The Lutheran church came back with full support, and offered Grace Haven it’s new home. The Schmidt family who owned [...]
Friday, Sep 3
Partly Cloudy
Currently: 11˚C
Feels Like: 11˚ C
Hi: N/A˚, Lo: 6˚
Tonight: 6˚
Sunset: 7:51 PM
Moon Phase: Waning Crescent
Saturday, Sep 4
Hi: 14˚, Lo: 4˚
Sunday, Sep 5
Hi: 17˚, Lo: 6˚
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