Local News from Across the Rainy River District
The turning of the calendars to December means the holiday season has descended upon Fort Frances, and like many others do, the Fort Frances Family Centre made sure to help their visitors enjoy some festive spirit. The Family Centre held their Christmas dinner for patrons on Friday, December 3. The […]
While many minds turn to family and those less fortunate in our area during the holiday season, one organization operating in the Rainy River District is hoping people keep some of our most vulnerable four-legged friends in their hearts, as well. Best for Kitty is currently seeking out donations to […]
Like many other organizations in the district during the holiday season, the Beyak Automotive Group is doing their part to help ensure every child gets a toy for Christmas. On Monday, December 6, 2021, representatives from the group made a stop at the United Native Friendship Centre (UNFC) building in […]
Holding true to the season of giving, another opportunity to help give those in need of a helping hand is approaching, this Saturday. The annual Stuff-A-Cruiser will be held in multiple locations across the Rainy River District on Saturday, December 4, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Event organizer Jennifer […]
It’s that time of year again, when the people of Fort Frances can help ensure every child in need gets a new toy for Christmas. As part of their annual tradition, the Salvation Army and 93.1 The Border joined forces to hold the 93.1 The Border Toy Drive from 10 […]
Gone in one thundering moment. At just before 5:00 a.m. on the morning of Saturday, November 27, 2021, I was ready to watch the implosion of the remaining structure of the Fort Frances kraft mill. ‘Ready’ in a technical sense. Turns out I wasn’t exactly prepared. I don’t know if […]
A new book from a former Fort Frances resident aims to teach kids to love both music – and reading – at the same time. Katelyn Shortreed is a teacher and part-time library assistant in London, Ontario, and has just released her first book in a planned series. The book, […]
A special Seniors Craft Sale is coming to the Fort Frances Senior Centre in December, and everyone is welcome to check it out. The craft sale itself is set to run on Sunday, December 5 from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. and all of the participating vendors will be those […]
It’s that time of year again, when members of the Ontario Provincial Police and other law enforcement agencies in the region take to the roads to help drivers enjoy the holidays responsibly. The Festive R.I.D.E. campaign, an annual initiative that sees police forces set up traffic stops to monitor for […]
It had been a long while since students at Fort Frances High School were able to assemble to show off their musical abilities, but if there’s anything that Fort Frances High School Idol has shown, it’s that the student body is as talented as it has ever been. Held in […]
It’s that time of year again, to open your hearts and wallets to help those in need across the District. The Fort Frances Salvation Army has kicked off its annual Christmas Kettle Campaign, which sees funds collected throughout November and December go towards helping people in need within the Rainy […]
Riverside Foundation for Health Care is readying another fundraising initiative to help push their current capital campaign to new heights. As part of their “Picture This” campaign, the Foundation is organizing a virtual silent auction to help raise funds for upgrades and improvements to Riverside Health Care’s diagnostic imaging department. […]
