Local News from Across the Rainy River District
The RM of Ritchot has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with an innovative Manitoba startup specializing in organic waste conversion. Within the next few weeks, Carbon Lock Tech will put shovels in the ground on a plot adjacent to the Ritchot landfill. The goal of this pilot project is […]
EVENTS CALENDAR Join us TONIGHT, May 7 for an inspiring evening focused on supporting students, families, and young adults with disabilities. Enjoy a free dinner, connect with community partners, and hear from an exciting keynote speaker! Featuring Michael Jacques, author and advocate, who shares his powerful personal journey of living […]
The Voyageur Wolf Project has captured the first visual evidence of a cougar with kittens in Minnesota in modern history. Run by the University of Minnesota, the project has been studying 15 wolf packs in and around Voyageurs National Park for more than a decade. As part of its research […]
EMO — When Coeur Mining took over the New Gold Mine in Rainy River, it was left with thousands of coveralls bearing the old logo — and the Emo Seniors’ Centre stepped up to the task of rebranding. The mine reached out seeking an efficient way to rebrand the clothing, […]
NESTOR FALLS — The Moose n’ Fiddle Music Festival will return to Caliper Lake Provincial Park in Nestor Falls for two days this August, featuring a musical lineup from across Canada. Known affectionately as “the cool little festival at the lake,” Moose n’ Fiddle has earned a loyal following on […]
The federal government has accelerated the transition of up to 33,000 workers in Canada to permanent residence in 2026 and 2027. The initiative announced Monday by Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab aims to focus immigration on the areas of greatest impact, including rural and remote communities facing labour shortages in […]
On behalf of the Town of Fort Frances, I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations and sincere gratitude to the Fort Frances Lakers for what has been an extraordinary season. Finishing first in league play is no small accomplishment, and it stands as a testament to the dedication, discipline, […]
A large number of Manitoba farmers are protected from the rising cost of fertilizer this spring because they pre-purchased before the war in Iran broke out, according to Manitoba’s general farm policy organization. It has become clearer that many farmers are insulated for the year, as several weeks have passed […]
STURGEON LAKE FIRST NATION, Sask. — Sturgeon Lake First Nation has declared a state of emergency to secure support and resources as rising water levels, flooded roads and deteriorating bridge conditions affect access to the community. Chief and council passed a band council resolution on May 5, declaring the emergency […]
On Wednesday morning Mayor Andrew Hallikas gathered with the staff and support partners of Community Living Fort Frances and District to raise the Community Living flag and proclaim Community Living Month. The mayor’s proclamation reads: “Whereas, Community Living Fort Frances and District is a local organization that works to improve […]
Candace Handorgan, Biitaanikaigook, Mooz Dootem, is survived by parents Joanne and Robert, sisters Diane (Brian), Dolores (Dailen), Roxanne, and Mary (Roo) and Samantha (Girls); Brothers Michael, Tom and kids and Will. Aunties Margaret Yerxa, Rose Marie Tuesday, Sarah Mandamin, Lillian (Pat), and Uncles Merv (Tina), Wayne, Jim Spruce (Virginia BG) […]
