Local News from Across the Rainy River District
Rainy River will be receiving a new clinic thanks to a partnership that will see a continuum of health care in the region, while expanding representation for Indigenous voices in local health care. In a press release dated November 1, 2024, Riverside Health Care, along with Gizhewaadiziwin Health Access Centre […]
It may be considered a niche sport by some, but squash is alive and well and growing in the District, according to someone who’s been part of the scene for decades. Bob Tkachuk, along with wife Mary Beth, has been a fixture of the local squash community since the 1980’s, […]
The draft for a new town policy covering special events is heading back to administration for further adjustment after council provided feedback to ensure parades in town aren’t negatively affected. At Monday night’s meeting of town council, Town of Fort Frances recreation and culture manager Nathan Young presented the draft […]
Council has decided to go ahead with the design phase of a potential roundabout in Fort Frances, though larger concerns still linger. At Monday night’s meeting of Town of Fort Frances council, the application to the Connecting Links Program for funding to come up with a design to replace the […]
Fort Frances town council has lost another sitting councillor, the second resignation to rock council so far this term. Former councillor Mandi Olson announced her resignation in a letter posted to Facebook on Friday, October 18, 2024. The resignation was officially accepted by Town of Fort Frances municipal clerk Gabrielle […]
The District of Rainy River Services Board (DRRSB) is moving ahead with its plans to reshuffle paramedic services in the region in order to ensure as high a standard of service as possible, while keeping as many ambulances on the road where staffing allows. In a press release issued on […]
Two health care advocate organizations are pushing back against health care emergencies by way of a giant Trojan Horse. Residents of the Rainy River District who may have seen the towering horse traversing the region this week will be relieved to know their eyes aren’t playing tricks on them. Rather, […]
UPDATE (23/10/2024): Following the original publication of this article, the office of the Solicitor General provided this statement. “We understand that some municipalities face additional costs due to their existing agreements with the OPP. We will work with these municipalities to ensure they are not negatively financially impacted by this.” […]
A new intersection could be on the way for drivers in Fort Frances, which could help to relieve traffic congestion in the centre of town. At Tuesday night’s meeting of town council, a report was brought before councillors that will kick off the process of replacing the Central Avenue intersection […]
Reprieve is coming for a local group as the town looks to adjust some user fees. At last Monday night’s meeting at the Civic Centre, Fort Frances town council heard a report from administration recommending that the Cyclone Swim Club receive a bit of a break on their pool rental […]
The Bargain Shop Fort Frances and Salvation Army are joining forces once again to help support those experiencing food insecurity in the lead-up to the Thanksgiving season. The Bargain Shop’s annual Thanksgiving Food Drive is now underway, officially kicking off and running until October 10, 2024. During the drive, shoppers […]
Monday, September 30, 2024, is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation across Canada, and local organizations and agencies have banded together to offer a handful of events to honour it. The Truth and Reconciliation Committee is a group of more than a dozen local organizations who have worked together […]
