Local News from Across the Rainy River District
THUNDER BAY — Mayor Ken Boshcoff said Canadian border cities shouldn’t be too quick to break ties with neighbours south of the border. After a conference call with some of the province’s big city mayors about the potential trade war between Canada and the United States, Boshcoff said that U.S. mayors along […]
A prime real estate spot in Thunder Bay will be available to rent in the entertainment district along Red River Road after the closure of Cathy’s Discount Gift Centre. Matthew Bressmer, owner of Cathy’s Discount, and neighbouring Creations Body Piercing, said he decided to close the business and make it […]
Cooperstown is a unique little town in upstate New York, home of the Baseball Hall of Fame, a recommended destination for any baseball fan. I’ve been there twice and hope to go again, because things may have changed a little in the 45 years since my last visit. You think? […]
While I was writing last week’s column about some of the less popular species that we can catch through the ice across the Sunset Country Region, I had a feeling I was forgetting something. After the column came out, one of my friends sent me a message asking, “What about […]
When you read this column, the provincial election will be only eight days away. For persons living in Northwestern Ontario this election almost seems like a non-event. I have seen only one lawn sign buried in a deep snowbank adjoining a resident’s sidewalk. Only one piece of literature has found […]
Anthony was born in Fort Frances. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in History and Indigenous Studies at the University of Manitoba, and Bachelor of Education in Indigenous Learning from Lakehead University. After university, Anthony returned to supply teach in Rainy River District, was twice elected Councillor for the Township […]
There are the winter blues and then there are the winter greys — you know, the days where you just don’t care about much other than trying to stay warm. The skies feel dark and foreboding and your mood seems to match them a little too well? Christmas is over, […]
Dear Editor, Premier Ford is telling Ontarians he is the one to take on Trump and will protect jobs in Ontario. How his government protected jobs in forestry? October 2021, the VP of Communication for Resolute FP Canada Inc. by email to the FF Times reporter confirmed the Crossroute SFL […]
DID YOU KNOW? While many drivers are well aware of the importance of vehicle safety and preparation, as well as the need to check weather and road conditions before heading out on a highway trip, some may still underestimate the unique set of challenges created with the combination of reduced […]
Westmeath — Residents of the Ottawa Valley, as well as visitors, appreciate the majestic Ottawa River as a large component of what makes the area special. But the beauty of the almost 1,300 km watercourse, or its world class whitewater, or its boating and fishing opportunities, are not its only claims […]
John is 59 years old He is originally from Northwestern Ontario, he developed his love of community service at a young age. In his hometown of Schreiber, he sat on many committees of council – including the Parks and Recreation Committee. He also chaired the Economic Development Committee, the OPP […]
I am a long-time resident of the Rainy River District; I am an Educational Assistant at St. Mary’s school. I hold a social services diploma and have worked in the district in many professional capacities. I have served on many boards and committees in the district. I am running as […]
