Local News from Across the Rainy River District
Wellesley will soon be greener as the township looks to expand its tree canopy through a planting initiative in a partnership between the Regional Municipality of Waterloo and Reep Green Solutions. The goal is to plant 5,000 trees by 2027 along roadsides throughout Wellesley, aiming to cultivate more vibrant green […]
POLONIA – A farmer took charge of an open house in Polonia last week by initiating a group question period on stage about the ‘Fleury Winds’ project that is proposed to install dozens of wind turbines in the farming community. Matthew Atkinson, a Neepawa-area farmer, walked on stage during the […]
EVENTS CALENDAR The Rainy River Festival of the Performing Arts runs from March 26 to Apr. 24 for the full schedule visit ff-festival.com. Tour De Fort is hosting a concert featuring Americana Blues artist Sandra Bouza on April 27 at 7:30 p.m. tickets are available online at tourdefort.com and at […]
Did you know? Emergency Preparedness Week is approaching and runs May 3 to 9, 2026. This year, the national theme released by Public Safety Canada is: Be Prepared. Know Your Risks. It only takes “four simple steps” to become better prepared to face an emergency: Be prepared: Know your risks […]
With love and sadness we announce the recent passing of Beatrice “Betty” Ann Blight on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances. Betty leaves behind a legacy of kindness, resilience, and deep devotion to her family and community. Betty was born on December 23, 1943, in […]
Randy Ernest Brannan spent his final moments in his home, with family and friends by his side, on the afternoon of April 11, 2026. He was 69 years old. Born on December 12, 1956, in Emo, Ont., Randy spent his childhood in North Branch, the youngest of five children. As […]
It is with great sadness that the family announce the passing of Marlene “Molly” Crozier on April 18, 2026 at Emo Health Centre. Full obituary to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.
Leuciano Leaurence (Larry) Fontana, age 94, of Fort Frances, Ontario, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026, at La Verendrye hospital with family by his side. He was born on December 13, 1931, in Fort Frances, Ontario, to Andrew and Clementina Fontana. Larry grew up in Fort Frances and graduated […]
Joanne Ogden passed away on April 13, 2026, at her home in Emo, Ontario. She was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. Predeceased by her parents Irene and John Ploegman, who taught her the importance of doing her best for her family and neighbours. Her legacy continues to live […]
May 20, 1949 – March 9, 2026 Rainy River, Ontario Donald Leonard Ricci passed away on March 9, 2026, at the age of 76. Don was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, teacher, and man of faith whose warmth and presence left a lasting mark on those who knew him. […]
Owen Edward Ernest Ross, a retired teacher, accomplished athlete, traveller, and devoted animal lover, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on April 16, 2026. Owen was born on August 27, 1942, to Violet (nee Calder) and Archie Ross. He spent much of his life in the classroom, […]
