Crossing Guard Requested

Calls for a crossing guard at one of the busiest intersections in Fort Frances.

Speaking on behalf of the Rainy River Valley Safety Coalition, OPP Constable Anne McCoy told town councillors last night the need for a crossing guard at Kings Highway and Keating Avenue arose during a project involving J.W. Walker School.

McCoy feels costs could be shared.

"I have already approached corporations," says McCoy. "One is already at the corporate level right now looking at whether or not they will contribute financially to this project."

McCoy says a recent traffic initiative at the intersection netted a number of charges against motorists who failed to stop for the red light.