Local News from Across the Rainy River District
Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) is reminding people to get immunized and be prepared before they travel. With spring break and an increase in travel coming up, there is a real risk that diseases, like measles, could spread to our area. Many vaccine-preventable diseases are on the rise provincially, nationally, and […]
The family of Darrell Medicine, 59, of Fort Frances, are saddened to announce his passing on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. Obituary to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.
Leslie (Les) Allan Pattison, a devoted husband, father, stepfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with dementia. He was 80 years old. Born on September 6, 1944, in Emo, Ontario, Les was the son of the late Edith and Allan Pattison. […]
July 31, 1946 – February 6, 2025 Larry passed away peacefully at the La Verendrye General Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont., with his wife Linda by his side on Thursday, February 6, 2025. He was predeceased by his parents Travis Ammon and Lorene May Rothwell. Larry leaves behind his siblings […]
October 17, 1954 – February 7, 2025 It is with heavy hearts that the family of Jon Soucy announce his passing. Jon will be missed by his wife Melanie; children Melissa (Dale), Jonathan, Suzanne (Nick), Eric, Mary and Katelyn; and grandchildren Benjamin, Samuel, Avery and Brock. He will also be […]
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Walter Frederick Wensley (Wally) on February 3, 2025 at the age of 62. Wally was born July 13, 1962. He was the youngest of four children, born just minutes after his older sister Wendy. He loved growing up in Nestor […]
As international trade tensions escalate, the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Ontario is warning of the significant negative impacts this will bring on Ontarians’ mental well-being. While Ontario’s party leaders debate how to combat new tariffs by the U.S. government, studies show the consequences are not just economic. Research shows […]
Fort Frances, Ontario – The District of Rainy River Services Board (DRRSB) is proud to announce the official launch of the HOPE Transitional House, a crucial step forward in addressing homelessness in the Rainy River District. The new program provides a safe and supportive environment for individuals transitioning to stable […]
Lake Despair’s “Castin For Cash” bass tournament takes place July 4 and 5 this year. Registration for this tournament starts March 1 and the entry fee is $500. All anglers must be signed up by July 1 or go to the end of the field both days. Marilyn Rittau was […]
Valentine’s Day so often means chocolates and cards and flowers, but what if this year, it was asked to be a little bit more? Make no mistake, if you choose to celebrate Valentine’s Day as another special occasion to spoil your significant other, or another loved one, then this is […]
I borrowed the title for this piece from the film of the same name released in 1999, directed by Wes Craven, starring Meryl Streep. The movie is a favourite of mine, due to its supports of the power of the arts. I suspect it could have something to do with […]
