Local News from Across the Rainy River District
As incoming U.S. President Donald Trump threatens a trade war to push Canadian officials to cave on a list of demands, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is in a political bind that represents his first real threat to his electoral chances, experts say. Poilievre is still riding high in the polls, […]
Just follow the wood stake-marked trail, and you’re off to winter fun and safe ride during this snowmobile season. With 30,000 km of trails across Ontario, many trials depend on farmers and other landowners agreeing to let them go through their property. “That large network of trails, however, all depends […]
Best for Kitty is working hard to get these kitties into new forever homes. Milo, left, has been in foster care for a few months now. He was rescued from the streets in October, cold, matted and scared, but has blossomed into an affectionate companion. He is neutered and vaccinated […]
The District of Rainy River Services Board posted a photo including two paramedics new to the area on its Facebook page Monday. “We’re excited to welcome two more paramedics to Rainy River District Paramedic Services! Liam Maloney (centre) has joined the Atikokan team, bringing his expertise and care to the […]
Gunnar Simon celebrates with linemate Noah McPherson after scoring his first of two goals on Saturday night while Ice Dogs goalie Kellan Mooney looks at the puck in the net. The goal, assisted by Tie Schumacher and Nolan Barker, tied the game 3-3 in the second period. Simon would go […]
Confederation College is excited to announce the launch of a funded fast-track Practical Nursing Program at its Thunder Bay, Dryden, Kenora, Fort Frances, Marathon and Longlac campuses. Thanks to support from the Ministry of Health, tuition, fees, uniforms, textbooks, and some travel costs for labs are fully covered by eligible […]
Fort Frances, Ontario – 2025/01/20 – The District of Rainy River Services Board (DRRSB) is pleased to announce the re-election of Debbie Ewald as Chair and Andrew Hallikas as Vice Chair by acclamation during the first board meeting of 2025 held on January 16th. Ewald, who represents the Town of […]
In an increasingly uncertain world, with uncertain trade tensions, climate disasters and transportation challenges, one thing needs to remain steadfast – our access to safe, affordable food. Luckily, the Rainy River District is poised to weather the storms, and feed the future, with an ever-increasing supply of local, farm-fresh meat […]
Over the years I have been invited up to massive Lake Winnipeg to go walleye fishing several times and looking back now, I probably should have jumped on the bandwagon a little sooner. My problem is that I live minutes from Lake of the Woods and when I want to […]
By now you have your seedlings started and they are growing successfully. With a few more tips, you will get the best from these seedlings so when you plant them outdoors you will have strong plants that will get a jump on the gardening season. Now that the seedlings are […]
I think we will all agree that it is COLD! When I was heading to bed last night, I was nervous thinking about what the morning would bring. I was up in the night and though I shouldn’t have, I peaked at the outside temperature. It was -40 and it […]
