Local News from Across the Rainy River District
U.S. tourism revenue saw a dip for Niagara Parks this spring, but its CEO says that revenue was “more than made up” through other international travellers, particularly coming from the U.K., France, Australia and Poland. Speaking to Niagara-on-the-Lake council in late June, Niagara Parks CEO David Adames said there was […]
NINETTE – Richard O’Leary presses his power drill to the door of the vacant Ninette Sanatorium. He toggles the drill into reverse and unwinds five screws out of the wood that had sealed the entrance, and the door swings open. The floor inside is littered. Books, rubble and dirt rest […]
Weechi-it-te-win Family Services had something for everyone at the Point Park on Friday, June 27, 2025, as they held a Summer Beach Party to officially kick off the summer season. The organization had plenty of games to play, including this bean bag toss, as well as a bouncy castle, and […]
Are you feeling lucky? You should – because your next win could mean more than a great jackpot. Together, we can help bring better care and new possibilities to everyone in our district. Riverside Health Care is thrilled to announce the launch of its new monthly online 50/50 draw, with […]
There’s plenty on offer for entertainment next week as both the Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship (FFCBC) and Rainy River Railroad Daze heat up the District. Beginning in Fort Frances, the FFCBC has a full slate of entertainment for everyone running each night from Wednesday, July 16, 2025, through Saturday, […]
Even on TV, there’s a lot to watch when the attraction is a Canadian Football League game. Exciting plays. Crazy fans dressed up for (fill in the blanks). Players dancing in the end zone, or showing off on the sideline. So there I am, sitting in front of the television […]
First came the heat warnings on Friday. Then came the tornado warnings. We’ve had more than one tornado warning this year, and we kept our eye on the sky. In the late afternoon, my phone started alerting me to lightning strikes in the district followed by tornado beeping. We tracked […]
DID YOU KNOW? Summer in Canada means more people are heading outdoors to enjoy our vast country’s stunning natural landscapes. Whether you’re an experienced hiker or planning your first camping trip, prioritizing safety is key to a memorable and injury-free experience. Understanding and practicing injury prevention can be the difference […]
That was quite a storm that passed through last Friday! At the Research Station we received 40 mm and 31 mm at home. It soaked up quite well, but we do have a few sticky spots to avoid today. I did hear of a few places locally that received some […]
May 23, 1959 – June 28, 2025 It is with heavy hearts the family of Carla Lea Galbraith announce her sudden passing on June 28, 2025. She was lifted by angels on a beautiful summer evening surrounded by family and friends at the cabin on Rainy Lake. Carla was born […]
