Local News from Across the Rainy River District
Needs in the community are increasing, but the Salvation Army is hoping residents step in to help fill the gaps this holiday season. In contrast to neighbouring communities, the Fort Frances Salvation Army is going ahead with its Christmas Hamper and Adopt-a-family programs, in full. Dryden and Kenora have downscaled […]
With Remembrance Day here, we often think of what we owe our veterans. Generations before us fought and died to give us a free and peaceful society, with democratic elections and the freedom to disagree. They paid the ultimate price for our freedom. But they didn’t pay the full cost. […]
An article alleging that Sen Lynn Beyak broke U.S. election law is false, according to Beyak’s lawyer, Don Bayne. A Vice article published last week alleged that Senator Beyak, a resident of Dryden, Ont, made a $300 campaign donation to U.S. President Donald Trump’s campaign, using an erroneous address, of […]
Jenna Beaulne has been baking as long as she can remember. And now, she’s looking to whip up the memory of a lifetime, by throwing her chef’s hat into the Greatest Baker competition.The competition showcases the work of home bakers from across the world, using online votes to determine the […]
With our first winter under COVID-19 about to descend, people are searching for a cozy hobby to pass the time, but are also yearning for a sense of community. Simone LeBlanc of Birch Bark Yarns has found a way to create both simultaneously. Starting November 1, the LaVallee-based yarn shop […]
Sometimes it’s the little things that matter. Because sometimes, they grow into something bigger than we could have imagined. This Sunday morning, a small group of volunteers gathered well before dawn, to begin a 35 km walk from Manitou Rapids to Fort Frances. The suffering caused by both breast cancer […]
Although it hasn’t enjoyed the fanfare and photo-ops of a traditional school year, remote learning has quietly begun at kitchen tables across the region this week. As with all new systems, there will be bumps and growing pains. An entirely new schooling system created in a matter of months is […]
The Fort Frances Lakers have hired a hockey veteran as its latest addition. Long-time coach Bernie Lynch has joined the bench as head coach. He replaces Milt Strachan, who stepped down from the role earlier this summer. Lynch will be coming in from Edmonton in late September, but he’s no […]
They have a new head coach at the helm, and are busy assembling a team, but ongoing COVID-19 regulations may derail the 2021 Lakers’ season yet. Ice-in policies could put the start date – or the entire season – in jeopardy. The Superior International Junior Hockey League (SIJHL) will be […]
Kasper Transportation CEO Kasper Wabinski is ready to fight for his business, and he’s prepared to take the battle all the way to the Premier’s office. “What choice do I have? I don’t have a choice,” said Wabinski. Last week, Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) announced new routes, linking Atikokan […]
The first frosty nights of the season hit the region earlier this week. For many, it may have prompted a quick harvest of the garden. Others may have flipped their furnace on, or dug a heavier coat out of storage. It was a gentle nudge that seasons are changing, and […]
The back to school season is usually a time to reorganize; to shake off the late nights and lazy days and get life back to normal. We’re craving a return to normalcy now more than ever, but many families are feeling nervous about the return to school. Teachers clearly feel […]
