Tonight will see partly cloudy skies with a low of 13 C (55 F). Tomorrow will bring mainly sunny skies and a clear overnight with a high of 25 (77) and a low of 13 (55). Saturday will be sunny and clear with a high of 27 (81) and a […]

EVENTS CALENDAR Rewind Concert – A Blast from the Past! Thursday, August 28th 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Rainy Lake Square. Get ready to twist, shout, and groove through the decades! Join us for a throwback evening filled with the greatest hits of the ‘50s, ‘60s, and ‘70s – all live […]

By Laura Balanko-Dickson
Staff writer
lbalankodickson@fortfrances.com

In light of the lack of affordable rentals for people under 50 and other complications in Fort Frances, Thunder Bay-Rainy River MP Marcus Powlowski spoke with the Fort Frances Times about some potential solutions to these complications. Polowski alluded to some potential support under Mark Carney, although this is not […]

From the District of Rainy River Services Board
Press release

Fort Frances, Ontario – Representatives from the District of Rainy River Services Board (DRRSB) recently returned from the 2025 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference, following a productive series of meetings with provincial officials and partners. Rainy River Mayor and DRRSB Board Chair Deb Ewald, along with Lake of […]

Press Release

The Fort Frances High School Muskie Football team started their second week of full equipment practices at Monday August 25. This week of practice culminates on Thursday with the annual Black and Gold inter-squad game at 5 p.m. After the Black and Gold game, the Touchdown Club is hosting a […]

It was 43 years ago this month that Jim Rice the future Baseball Hall of Famer became Jim Rice the Humanity Hall of Famer by saving a little boy’s life. A story always worth repeating, it’s also an example of how a famous athlete, even with a questionable reputation, can […]

We are nearing the last long weekend of summer, a time of transition for almost everyone in the district. For many years, Labour Day in Fort Frances was highlighted by the parade, when unions proudly marched down Scott Street and were recognized for their role in building the community. Now, […]

On August 15, 2025, heaven gained a precious soul. Larry passed away peacefully at Riverside Health Care in Fort Frances, surrounded by his loving family, special friends, and Father Mac. On June 1, 1946, an adorable brown-eyed, dimpled, firecracker was born to George and Kirsti Armstrong. He had four siblings: Lorraine […]

Saa gaate Anung – Shining Star It is with great sadness that Brett’s family announce his passing, on August 17, 2025, in Couchiching First Nation, Ontario. Brett was born on March 31, 2006, in Fort Frances, Ontario, to parents Shelley Jourdain and Derek Brown. He is survived by his mother […]