Local News from Across the Rainy River District
Last week, the Rainy River District School Board (RRDSB) announced they will begin a multiphase renewal effort at Fort Frances High School (FFHS) this summer. A release from the RRDSB says the washroom renovations are the most exciting aspect of the project. They will be implementing a multiple single use […]
Doug and Kathy Johnson have owned Hideaway Lodge on Clearwater (Burditt) Lake since 1992. Three years ago, COVID-19 led to borders shutting down non-essential travel, meaning the lodge had no guests. “We were devastated,” says Kathy. “We’re still behind the eight ball.” The Johnsons are in their 60s and were […]
Chantal Derendorf was never into cupcakes. Now she bakes them for a living. “I never liked anyone else’s cupcakes,” she said. “Then I started making my own, and I was like, ‘Oh, cupcakes are actually really good.’” Derendorf started her business, Batter & Cream Baking Co., in the middle of […]
A major storm downed multiple trees at Caliper Lake Provincial Park last July, with some of them falling on campers, cars, and roadways. Trevor Gibb of Ontario Parks says the storm caused “extensive” tree damage. Despite the destruction, the park reopened on schedule just a few weeks ago. Gibb said […]
The Stratton EarlyON Centre held an open house event on Saturday, June 3, 2023, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. to give area families a chance to check out their location and get involved in a few fun activities.
Fort Frances Power Corporation staff were on site on Scott Street in downtown Fort Frances this morning, Tuesday, June 6, 2023, as the annual flower baskets were lined up along the sidewalk to be hung from light fixtures. The Fort Frances Museum and Cultural Centre, who organize Project Petunia each […]
Last year, Doug McBride and Steve Ballan came up just short in the 2022 Emo Walleye Classic. They were less than a pound shy of the title. If Bill Godin’s demeanour was any indication of last year’s runners-up’s fate for this year, things didn’t bode well for them. As McBride […]
Thanks to the Ontario government, the Rainy River District Social Services Administration Board (RRDSSAB) is set to receive a funding increase of over $592,000, bringing the Homelessness Prevention Program and Indigenous Supportive Housing Program allocation to over $1.1 million for 2023-24. RRDSSAB CAO Dan McCormick says provincial involvement is key. […]
Doug McBride and Steve Ballan hoist the Emo Walleye Classic trophy on Saturday, May 27, 2023. The pair won the tournament for the third time with a two-day total of 23.19 lbs, edging out Bill Godin and Greg Swire for top spot.
Giishkaandago’Ikwe Health Services hosted a barbecue outside the Nugget Motel yesterday. On top of hot dogs and burgers, workers also distributed addiction resources like naloxone and fentanyl testing strips. When asked why the event was so important, mental wellness worker Ruthann McGinnis motioned to the door behind her, where a […]
Last year, 31 teams competed in the Emo Walleye Classic. Shawn Brown and Payne Hunter came out on top with 33.18 lbs. So far, tournament organizers are expecting a similar number of teams to compete this year.
Northwestern Ontario’s premier walleye tournament is set to return this weekend. As of printing, 28 teams are registered to compete in the Emo Walleye Classic on Friday and Saturday. Though water levels aren’t as high as in 2022, the Front St. berm is still underwater, so boats must once again […]
