Local News from Across the Rainy River District
The City of Portage la Prairie officially apologized this week for past wrongs they say they committed against Indigenous people, including a decision that saw Indigenous people removed from the city more than 100 years ago. On Wednesday, Portage la Prairie city council held a special meeting of council to […]
What makes Canada (and by extension Sudbury) a desired destination? Who are these new arrivals to our country and community? Let’s visit with some of them and ask what were — and are — the push and pull factors that brought them here. For those of us who have been […]
Here’s a story that will give you paws. The Northern Reach Network (NRN) in Thunder Bay, Ginoogaming and Long Lake #58 First Nations have been selected by PetSmart Charities of Canada to receive their Incubator Grant as part of an overall project aimed at addressing barriers to veterinary care for First Nation communities across […]
More than 60% of allied health care workers surveyed in a newly released report say they have seriously considered quitting their jobs in the last year, while almost 50% say morale on the job has gotten “much worse” in the last five years. The Manitoba Association of Health Care Professionals […]
FORT WILLIAM FIRST NATION – As rain fell, dozens applauded and a TV news camera captured the moment, Chi Mino Ozhitoowin’s chief executive officer cut the ribbon Friday at the grand opening of the First Nations partnership’s new office. Chi Mino is a for-profit organization focused on training workers for […]
Conmee Township may become the next rural municipality to formally oppose a proposal to ship spent nuclear-fuel rods across its boundaries. Council is to consider next month a resolution stating its opposition to the shipment plan by the Nuclear Waste Management Organization, which intends to ship the rods to a […]
The newest president of Laurentian is being welcomed as a ray of light after a dark period for the institution. “It is a brand new day,” said Lynn Wells at a meet-and-greet last week. “My door is open.” Strong applause rang as she concluded her remarks on the future of […]
Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) encourages residents and visitors to enjoy the beautiful weather this summer by getting active and exploring the great outdoors. Whether hitting the trails, out on the water, playing at a park, or having fun at the beach, there are things you can do to ensure you, […]
There’s plenty to and do across the district during Canada Day long weekend. Grab the family and head out for days of fun! Fort Frances: Monday July 1 8 – 10 a.m. – Pancake Breakfast Upstairs at the Fort Frances LegionPresented by Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxillary Branch #29 Fort […]
Not even rain can dampen the fun of the Teddy Bear Picnic – it’s going ahead this Friday, rain or shine. The annual event will be held in the lawn of the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre. In the event of rain, it will move indoors to the auditorium […]
Following a long and winding road to completion, Fort Frances mayor Andrew Hallikas gave kudos to all those who have been involved with helping the town’s newest amenity reach its opening day. As part of his regular report to council during Monday night’s meeting, Fort Frances mayor Andrew Hallikas gave […]
