Local News from Across the Rainy River District
Earlier decisions by Tbaytel and Bell Canada to expand high-speed internet services to rural areas near Thunder Bay are proving to be prescient in the wake of fallout from the Canada-U.S. trade war. On Tuesday, Premier Doug Ford said that in response to U.S. tariffs on Ontario exports, he was […]
Thunder Bay will feel an impact from the 25-per cent U.S. tariffs and Canadian counter-tariffs that came into play Tuesday, but the blow will be more muted relative to other cities in Ontario, business and economic experts say. “Nobody in Canada wanted this trade war and nobody wanted these tariffs […]
DID YOU KNOW? If you are driving in Ontario, adhering to the Highway Traffic Act with regards to ensuring proper loading and securing loads applies to both commercial and non-commercial vehicles. In addition, as the driver, you are responsible for making sure cargo is evenly balanced and properly bound, secured, […]
How great is this sunshine at this time of the year? It certainly makes you feel like we are headed in the right direction. I hope it stays cool enough to keep the barn yard frozen but warm enough we can take off some of our layers of clothing. I […]
On March 4, 2025, the United States imposed 10 percent tariffs on energy imports from Canada and 25 percent tariffs on all other imports from Canada. In response, Canada has imposed initial reciprocal tariffs of 25 percent against $30-billion CAD in imports of goods from the U.S., effective March 4, […]
Growing giant pumpkins can be one of the most rewarding challenges for a gardener. While producing a pumpkin weighing a few hundred kilos may seem daunting, with the right knowledge and care, even beginners can succeed. This column will introduce you to the fundamentals of growing giant pumpkins and outline […]
Riverside Health Care, in conjunction with the Northwestern Public Health Unit, has declared an end to the Influenza A outbreak at La Verendrye General Hospital affecting the First Floor In-Patient Unit. Visitor and resident restrictions are no longer in place. We would like to remind everyone that we remain a […]
Two sure signs that spring is upon us is the changing of clocks this Sunday, March 9. At midnight, clocks move ahead one hour. Another sign the spring season is upon us is March break is next week March 10-14. This is for all students in the Rainy River District. […]
Rob Kinsmen, staff and volunteers joined forces at Sturgeon Creek School once again to see that the annual Archery Competition was a success and enjoyed by many. The competition was held Saturday, March 1, 2025. Kinsmen said that four schools participated in the tournament this year, including Sturgeon Creek, Nestor […]
Tonight will see increasing cloudiness with a low of -14 C (7 F). Tomorrow will bring a mix of sun and cloud with a chance of flurries during the day becoming clear overnight with a high of -1 (30) and a low of -15 (5). Friday will see sunny skies […]
I walk with a limp. I tore the medial meniscus in my right knee in December of 2023. I’d like to say I was wrestling a bear or climbing a mountain or running a marathon at the time of injury, but it turns out that stepping up on to a […]
