Dear editor, The following is a statement by MPP Gila Martow on the ongoing optometrist negotiations in Ontario: As a trained optometrist, sister of a practicing optometrist, wife of a practicing ophthalmologist, and niece of a retired optometry professor, I am in the uncomfortable position of also representing the residents […]
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There is only one thing more satisfying to a woman than being right. That is in the process of being right, she proves her husband is wrong. I know this to be the truth. I’m a husband. Brian and Evie were off for a short drive. “Did you lock the […]
Holly Daze is almost here, the sun fun filled weekend takes place December 3 and 4. The parade is Friday night at 6 p.m. The annual tree lighting ceremony takes place after the parade. Fireworks also follow the parade. This takes place on the riverbank. The fireworks are co-sponsored by […]
The WRRD Lions are looking for volunteers for the Rainy River COVID-19 mass vaccination clinics, to facilitate the Screening and Flow requirements. If you are able to join, contact John Elliott at elliottjhn@gmail.com or call 807-852-3790. The Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Campaign is seeking bellringers. If you could volunteer a […]
With mass vaccination clinics for Covid-19, approval of Pfizer vaccine for children 5 thru 11, and continuing influenza shots, the West Rainy River District Lions Club is once again assisting the North Western Health Unit with volunteers at their clinics in Rainy River. These clinics currently held in the Rainy […]
Well now that we are moving into the 20 numbers in November, I am starting to think I best be getting serious about Christmas. Things still seem to be moving slow when it comes to shipping and transporting. Saturday was such a beautiful day that I was thinking Sunday might […]
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Leslie Roy McNally of Emo, Ontario, beloved husband of Sharon McNally on Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at Riverside Healthcare Facilities in Fort Frances. Les was born on October 31, 1937, in Rainy River, Ontario to Charles and Mabel McNally. […]
11/22/1978 – 11/13/2021 Jason Hoven was born to Jayne and Kevin Hoven in St. Catharines, Ontario. He is survived by his parents Jayne and Kevin Hoven; in-laws Georgina Jourdain (Ernest Kelliher), Dave Thomas; partner Bobbi-Jo Thomas; his children Jason (Jr.), Chy-Anne, Johnathan; his grandchild Lilith Meline-Hoven; his two brothers William […]
Leonard Brian (Brian) Bates passed away suddenly at the age of 54 on Saturday, November 6, 2021, in Atikokan, Ontario. Brian, the youngest son, was born to Stan and Marie Bates on October 5, 1967, in Emo, Ontario. His family then relocated to Atikokan in September of 1974, where he […]
By now, many of you will have heard of Ted Lasso, the Emmy-winning series available exclusively on Apple’s streaming service. The program is the creative vision of Jason Sudeikis with a host of clever writers. I am a member of the ranks of grateful viewers. The show soothes and calms […]
Submitted by the LVGH Auxiliary
The LaVerendrye General Hospital Auxiliary held their first in person meeting on Nov 1, 2021. Irene Laing was installed as president for the remainder of the 2021-2022 year. We are looking forward to be able to actively fundraise in the upcoming year. In anticipation of this, the Auxiliary has pledged […]
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After a brief hiatus, the Riverside Foundation for Health Care is excited to announce that the electronic 50/50 Raffle is back just in time for Christmas! The previous lottery which was finalised on October 29th saw over $250,000 in cash handed out to area residents over the course of twelve […]
