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Crossroads
AROUND THE BEND
DARRELL NESBITT/CROSSROADS THIS WEEK
Back in the day, counting rail cars rolling down a track was rather simple and the more a child could count, the happier his father driving the family’s station wagon was. Today, the average number of rail cars is in the 100 to 200 range, like this lengthy train photographed coming around the bend near Arrow River earlier this month.
Foxwarren Arena repairs gain momentum
RACHEAL FLINTOFT
Crossroads This Week
Repair efforts are actively underway on the historic Foxwarren Arena, with contractors secured and fundraising gaining traction – this nearly a year after a devastating bow echo storm left the facility un-
usable. Built in 1949 by local volunteers and veterans, the arena is fighting for a new life as the community has rallied to restore the landmark.
Known to many as the “coldest rink in North America,” the Foxwarren Arena sustained catastrophic damage on Aug. 25 of last year when
wind gusts reached an overwhelming 165 kms per hour, tearing off a large portion of the roof and scattering debris. News of the devastation quickly swept across the province, impacting many who have memories of the over 75-year-old facility.
The Foxwarren District Recreation Center (FDRC) Board awarded
the repair contract to MetalMart and AFAB Industries, with their immediate goal to close in the structure before winter, though the overall project is extensive.
“This is an extensive project that will take months to complete from start to finish but the initial goal is to get the roof covered and
structure closed in and protected from the winter weather,” stated Board Member Mark Wotton. “So much work still has to be done inside in addition to meeting fire inspection codes before the rink can be open.”
