Local News from Across the Rainy River District
Homelessness is a growing issue, not just in Fort Frances, but also in the bigger metropolitan cities such as Toronto and British Columbia. There are numerous reasons that can lead to one ending up on the streets. But no matter the reasons, the result is one: homelessness, drugs, fear, uncertainty […]
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When Beverley Cochrane was hired as the assistant curator in June 2019, she did not know she would lead the museum out of the biggest modern public health crisis. Cochrane was hired as part of a succession plan when Sherry George, former curator, announced her retirement plan. “[Assistant curator] was […]
The cemeteries in Fort Frances have a history of being well-kept and beautiful. Weeds were always trimmed, flowers planted and plots cleaned. Then COVID-19 swept in, shutting down services, and the cemeteries’ state fell below expectations, to the dismay of residents. However, lifting restrictions across Ontario enabled the town to […]
The first week of September will witness two million students resuming their education journey after schools were abruptly shut down to limit the spread of COVID-19. Parents across Ontario have to decide whether to send their children back to class or keep them at home and have the school material […]
RRDSSAB receives $11,500 in donations to help homeless populationThe Rainy River District Social Services Administration Board received $11,500 in donations from the Canadian Medical Association in collaboration with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities.RRDSSAB decided to channel the donation to assist the town in dealing with the issue of homelessness in […]
Student experiences abroad can be enlightening. They offer a chance to learn different about cultures, different cuisines and different languages. But for Mira Donaldson, 19, her 10-day trip experience with Global Brigades in Honduras set her on the path to fulfil her future dream of becoming a doctor. Originally from […]
After extended closure of the Memorial Sports Centre, all sport enthusiasts – with strict guidelines – can go back to using the centre’s facilities. The temporary hours of operation will be from 6:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. The centre officially opened their doors last week on Aug. 5. It will […]
In a place like Fort Frances where most local businesses rely on tourists from the United States and other parts of Ontario, the hospitality sector has been hit hard by COVID-19. Edith Bodnar, owner of Harbourage, said they are usually very busy, but when COVID-19 hit, they were closed down […]
While most of Earth’s inhabitants were locked inside their homes under quarantine, new talents were discovered. Many turned to cooking, crafting and working on puzzles to destress and pass the time with their families. Betty’s of Fort Frances was able to fuel all that creativity. They were able to continue […]
The province of Ontario is just four weeks away from welcoming back their two million students who have been away from their classrooms since March. The return to school this year is coupled with parents across the province having to make decisions on whether to let their children go back […]
Child and Family Services in Fort Frances partners with Sunset Water Sports by donating $5,000 to buy adaptive water equipment. Adaptive water equipment provides accessible water sports and recreational activities for individuals with physical limitations. Shawna McRitchie, co-founder and co-owner of Sunset Water Sports, said they have been working on […]
