This weather reminds me more of April than March. It is certainly good weather for those who are just starting to get calves. The little drizzle that we received last night has softened things up, but it didn’t leave a bunch of puddles. The barn yard is sticky, but it […]
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By Jack Elliott
Rainy River correspondent
Rainy River correspondent
The cat colony is emptying thanks to Best for Kitty, but they need help Feral cats have become a serious nuisance in many of our communities. You can be part of the problem by putting out food, encouraging cats to breed indiscriminately or, like the organization Best for Kitty, do […]
We are going to take a break from featuring a “Pet of the Week” this week to tell you a bit about “Best for Kitty”. We are an emergency rescue for cats and kittens in the Rainy River District and began operation at the end of October, 2020. Since our […]
It is with deep sadness that the family of Peter John Smits, age 93, announces his sudden and peaceful death in his home at Meadowside Manor in Stratton, Ontario on March 17, 2021. John was born in Sheho, Saskatchewan on October 22, 1927. His family settled in Fort Frances during […]
On Thursday evening, March 18, 2021, following a very lengthy illness, Laurie quietly slipped away with the Lord Jesus to his “forever home.” He was surrounded by family and in the comfort and care of his beloved caregivers at his home in Rainy River Health Centre’s long-term care wing. Laurie […]
I realized the other day that hope seemed in short supply in my cupboard of reserves. I was checking my inventory and recording the levels of patience, tolerance, kindness, empathy, and I noticed that hope was all but depleted. That’s never a good thing, but … it got me thinking. […]
A food drive is being held by the Beyak Automotive group on Thursday, March 25. Starting at 9 a.m., employees from Sunset Country Ford and Fort Frances GM will head out for contactless pick-up of donations. If you have any food items you would like to donate to local food […]
Source: protectkidsonline.ca
What can parents do? Know and explore the games your child wants to play online to determine if the game is age-appropriate. Considerations may include: Is the game moderated? Does the game contain age-appropriate content? Is there an interactive (chat) component in the game? Is this an optional feature that […]
By Natali Trivuncic
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
ntrivuncic@fortfrances.com
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
ntrivuncic@fortfrances.com
The Fort Frances Lakers are in the market for a new head coach for the 2021/22 hockey season. The hiring process comes after former coach Bernie Lynch was suspended and ultimately terminated following allegations that he was inappropriately texting a player on the team. According to the advertisement posted by […]
Press Release
The Fort Frances Sports Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for the next induction ceremony, scheduled for Saturday, August 13, 2022. The Hall of Fame Committee does not nominate athletes, builders or teams. Nominations are made by the general public through an open nomination process. The final list of between […]
The Borderland Racing Association is planning on racing all summer long at the Emo Speedway if the COVID-19 guidelines from the health unit permit it. On Saturday, March 20, the Border Racing Association decided to proceed with a full racing season. The season is set to start the first weekend […]
By Jack Elliott
Rainy River correspondent
Rainy River correspondent
The Rainy River Walleye Tournament scheduled for Sept 16 thru 18, 2021 is still a go, although the format is still undetermined. At a meeting of the RRWT Committee last week various options for this year’s event were discussed. It was decided it was still a go but no firm […]
