Hats off to the volunteers across Rainy River District who put on Canada Day celebrations to remember. Across the district, the festivities started at 7 a.m. with a series of pancake breakfasts. What followed was a nearly non-stop lineup of activities, ranging from fun runs, parades, a fastball tourney in […]
Editorials
The big day soon will be upon us: the anniversary of the birth of a nation 150 years ago. Our country has come a long way since the British colonies known as the Province of Canada (formerly Upper and Lower Canada), Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick came together to form […]
In the wake of the recent terror attacks in London and Manchester, it is troubling–but not so surprising–that someone would take it upon themselves to seek reprisal against the Muslim community, which we saw in the early-morning hours of Monday when a white man drove a van into a group […]
The main argument behind the push to establish fixed election dates every four years was to prevent the party in power from sending voters to the polls when the timing was most convenient for it. But while trying to eliminate crass partisanship from when elections are called was a noble […]
The rash of used needles being discarded carelessly around town is a community health issue that needs to be addressed immediately. Seemingly concerned more about defending its needle exchange program, the local Northwestern Health Unit looks to be downplaying the matter–blaming social media for making the problem seem more widespread […]
With the federal Conservatives choosing Andrew Scheer as their new leader on Saturday, another “youngster” now is at the helm of a major political party. Despite being just 38, Mr. Scheer already is a seasoned parliamentarian, though–first getting elected to the House of Commons in 2004 at age 25. He […]
The fishing tournament circuit pumps money into Rainy River District each summer and, equally important, offers an opportunity for the host towns to showcase their respective communities. As such, kudos to the board of directors for its work in ensuring the Emo Walleye Classic is being held for a 16th […]
Do you know someone under the age of 50 who is making a difference through their volunteer efforts to the community? The Town of Fort Frances is seeking to recognize those individuals this year with special “Canada 150” pins intended as a small “thank you” to recognize those in our […]
The province announced Monday that longtime Thunder Bay judge Joyce L. Pelletier will head the Far North Electoral Boundaries Commission, with the other members including two former First Nation chiefs, a University of Ottawa law professor, and Ontario Chief Electoral Officer Greg Essence. With the province looking to increase Northern […]
Is an eyesore about to be removed? Let’s hope so. The Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce passed a motion at its annual general meeting Thursday evening asking the Town of Fort Frances to remove the faded banners on the mill’s “Lap” building or replace them with something new. Then on […]
With the tender bids all coming in well over budget, town council faces a decision on the new Rainy Lake Square: kick in more money or make cuts to the project’s design to bring the price tag down. Let’s hope council doesn’t opt for the latter choice. Everyone knows the […]
Those involved in promoting the performing arts locally deserve kudos for the important work they do. The Rainy River District Festival of the Performing Arts, for instance, has offered district students (and adults, too) the opportunity to showcase their musical, vocal, and dramatic talents for close to 80 years now. […]
