Local News from Across the Rainy River District
Howl at the Moon, Thunder Bay’s first dry saloon and late-night coffee bar, is celebrating its second anniversary by thanking all the organizations and patrons that supported the establishment that is vital for so many people. “We’re still here,” said Jody Loos, founder and owner of the dry bar. He […]
Canada officially eliminated measles in 1998, but recent outbreaks of the highly contagious virus have public health officials urging people to get vaccinated. Dr. Gerald Evans is the Medical Director of Infection Prevention and Control at Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC), and a professor at Queen’s University with decades of […]
The Sunset Country Metis Council hosted a Spring Feast last Friday, April 4. The feast was held at the Metis Hall. The well-attended event was enjoyed by all. A delicious meal was served, followed by live music, dancing and lots of fun. To add to the special quality of the […]
IGNACE — This township along the Trans-Canada Highway may be Canada first host municipality for an underground nuclear waste facility, but it might not be the only one – eventually. The Nuclear Waste Management Organization, which plans to build a deep geological repository (DGR) west of Ignace, is in the […]
A small group of Shebandowan Lake camp owners just west of Thunder Bay who are challenging a portion of the route of a new high-voltage power line have learned they can’t make an appeal to the Ontario’s Land Tribunal. The group says it plans to exercise another option in their […]
After a long night in the city council chamber, members of the Transportation Museum of Thunder Bay left deflated after councillors voted to entirely demolish the James Whalen Tug. The decision will be back in front of council next week for ratification, and Dave Muir, a museum board member, said […]
OPP Officer Davidson and Cadet Cross gave an educational presentation covering rural crime and prevention, trespass, gun legislation plus touching on house and on-line fraud, license plate tags and the importance of neighbour support at this year’s Ag Day event held at the Chapple Rec Centre on Saturday, April 5, […]
Marek Dubuc, left, and Benedict Retief joined forces for a performance of “Nobody Loves Me” by Anonymous, as part of the English Drama and Speech Arts Division of the Rainy River District Festival of the Performing Arts at the Knox United Church in Fort Frances on Thursday, April 3, 2025. […]
In this election, Canadians have two major concerns. They are looking for a party with a vision for the future of Canada to lead us. Canadians are concerned about the high costs of living. They are concerned about the impact our neighbour to the south is placing on our economy […]
DID YOU KNOW? Unintentional POISONING is a leading cause of injury-related death in Canada. FACTS ON POISONING More than 4,000 Canadians die from poisoning each year, a stark reality that now makes unintentional POISONING a leading cause of death, surpassing motor vehicle-related fatalities. In addition, this alarming trend underscores the […]
It one of the Monday-iest Mondays I have had in a long time. I was off on Friday, and I think everyone missed me because it has been non-stop traffic. My list is getting bigger, and I haven’t been checking things off like I need to be. Seed is slowly […]
The Devlin Guthrie United Church is hosting an annual Easter Tea and Bake Sale this Saturday, April 12, from 2 – 3:30 p.m. at the Devlin Hall. The admission is $5 for adults, 6-12 years $3 and 5 and under are free. There will be desserts served, bake tables, and […]
