Our final cattle sale of the year is behind us! We sold 1,134 head for $3,613,496.55. That will bring our totals to 5,634 head for $19,247,193.24. Very impressive. Rainy River District will see most of this money spent right here at home. The market might have been a bit softer […]
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Did you know? Carbon Monoxide (CO) is often referred to as the “silent killer” because it is an invisible, odorless, and tasteless deadly gas produced by incomplete fuel burning. While Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week has officially concluded, remaining vigilant is essential. Working CO alarms are your only true defense against […]
I have poppies on all of my jackets: my jacket for a cold day, my jacket for a windy day and a rainy day, a poppy in my car if I’ve lost my poppy, as I am inclined to do or because it decided to be a warm day and […]
Today marked Remembrance Day. It is always a time of reflection to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice on our behalf. The last of the World War II veterans are now centenarians and only a few remain, but veterans of the Korean conflict and the United Nations Peace keeping […]
To the editor, At the tender age of 85 my thinking processes maybe somewhat contaminated. However I have chosen not to let that restrict me from expressing some thinking that I haven’t heard about on the news. What I hear on the news today is so disturbing that I can […]
April 9, 1946 – October 25, 2026 Ethel Elvie Miner Clare was born in Clinton, Ontario, to Reverend William Stewart Miner and Cora Lillian Trewartha. She grew up alongside her siblings, Patricia Elaine, who married David Milliken; Charles Edgar, who married Nancy Rutherford; and John Stewart, who married Laurel Hodgert. […]
May 28, 1984 – November 2, 2026 It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Katie Anne Joyce Galusha on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, at the age of 42. Katie was the beloved daughter of Jim and Wendy Galusha, a devoted […]
Sadly the family announces the passing of David Spencer (77) of Seine River First Nation on Nov. 5, 2026, at the Atikokan Hospital. David was born on Sept. 14, 1949, to parents Jack and Rose Spencer. David worked as an NDAP worker, and community care coordinator CCP for many years. […]
Jan. 26, 1953 – Oct. 26, 2026 It is with profound sadness that we announce the loss of George “Geordie” Cameron Thompson, who passed away peacefully on October 26 with his family by his side. Geordie was born in Rainy River, Ontario, on January 26, 1953. He will be lovingly […]
There are many events taking place this weekend throughout the district. There will be a Lady of the Way Christmas Tea and Bazaar on Nov. 14. This takes place at our Lady of the Way School in Stratton. There will be craft tables, frozen pies will be available: “We make, […]
EVENTS CALENDAR Echoes of Absence: The War at Home A Special Evening of Stories & Reflection at the Fort Frances Museum. On Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 6 p.m. for a free evening of stories and reflection ahead of Remembrance Day. The event features Veteran guest speaker Armand sharing personal […]
EVENTS CALENDAR The Legion Ladies Remembrance Day Tea takes place Saturday Nov. 8 from 1-3 p.m. at the Fort Frances Legion. $8 admission ages 6 and older, 5 and under free. Baking table, pick a poppy, Penny table, 50-50 draw and much more. The next show in the Kids & […]
