Many gardeners are very enthusiastic when they want to start a garden or a flowerbed. They envision their vegetable crops or flowers looking splendid without much effort once everything is planted and beginning to grow. Alas, pretty soon life commitments take over and the garden gets neglected. After some time, […]
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Methane gas derived from dairy manure offers a substitute for natural gas that can power motor vehicles, according to a study released by a collaboration of energy, dairy, and environmental groups. Known as biomethane, the gas is entirely renewable and environmentally-friendly—and can be produced locally. The new study, “Biomethane from […]
The Ministry of Labour has been active in Rainy River District recently. It has been conducting on-site inspections, as well as corresponding with forestry operators explaining training and certification requirements. During on-site inspections, the ministry has been asking for proof of training. Failure to provide the required documentation could result […]
Crossroads School in Devlin held a district-wide chess tournament last Thursday as part of the Northern Ontario Schools 2005 Chess Championships. More than 130 students in four age categories from nearly every school in the district participated, with 86 qualifying for the Northern Ontario provincial finals to be held Oct. […]
On Thanksgiving weekend, not only is the Clover Valley Farmers’ Market a great place to find the best foods for your special meal, but look for seasonal decorations and take the opportunity to meet and visit with friends. The Rainy River District Agri-Food Education group will be joining the crew […]
Dale LaBelle and his helpers are all smiles as the fourth-annual Rainy Lake Fall Bass Classic held Saturday and Sunday was another great success. Also smiling perhaps even a little wider are Dean and Wayne Howard, who pocketed the first-place prize of $5,000 for their two-day catch of 41.91 pounds. […]
The Pictograph Art Gallery in Atikokan will be holding a local juried exhibition featuring the “People’s Choice Award,” which opens next Friday (Oct. 14) from noon-3 p.m. Local artists/craftspersons have been invited to enter their best piece for visitors to the gallery to judge and select the “best of show.” […]
Buchanan Forest Products Ltd. has been found guilty of building an unauthorized road through a moose habitat corridor. The Thunder Bay company, convicted of two charges of failing to comply with an approved annual work schedule under the Crown Forest Sustainability Act, faces sentencing next month. Court heard that in […]
While the holiday season is still more than two-and-a-half months away, Diane Maxey already is getting ready for the annual Christmas cantata here. Maxey, who has conducted cantatas locally for more than a dozen years, said yesterday a “listening session” is planned for Monday, Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. in […]
The Legion Ladies Auxiliary of Br. #29 held its general meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 14 with 50 members in attendance. The meeting was opened by President Silvia Gunderson. The Auxiliary Charter was draped in memory of Dora Clairmont. Rebecca Bliss and Judy Kielzewski were initiated as new members. President Silvia […]
Though only in its second year, the district-wide chess tournament held at Crossroads School in Devlin is growing by leaps and bounds. More than 130 students from 11 schools across the district descended on Crossroads last Thursday to test their skill against others in the four age groups. “It went […]
Sixty years is a long time to dedicate to any cause. Owen Lindsay of Atikokan has dedicated more than 60 years to democratic socialism in Canada, and was honoured for his efforts at a tribute supper Saturday night at the Ukrainian Hall here. “I’m overwhelmed,” he said in an interview […]
