Local News from Across the Rainy River District
It’s been a busy year but a good year. The purpose of the municipality is to provide services to residents that make the community a better place to work, live, and play. I always like to start my annual summation with a comment on this. As usual our Town employees […]
Once again the West Rainy River District (WRRD) Lions Club made generous donations to local health care facilities. Rainycrest, Emo Hospital and Rainy River Extended Health Care were recently presented with items each to enhance the three locations. Items donated included an extra large Connect Four for indoor and outdoor […]
DID YOU KNOW? While preparing for New Year’s celebrations, many people overlook the importance of prioritizing their safety, as well as the safety of others. Injury prevention shouldn’t be an afterthought; this New Year’s Eve, commit to protecting yourself and those around you—then turn that commitment into a year-round habit […]
I hope that everyone had a wonderful Christmas, no matter how you choose to celebrate the day! Ours was packed with great food and even better company. I thought it was one of our best suppers; I didn’t overcook the Brussels sprouts and our farm fresh turkey (raised by my […]
John Wesley Big George, age 56, of Rainy River, Ontario, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2025. He was known for his great sense of humour, the warmest and biggest smile, and the best hugs—ones that made everyone feel at home. He lovingly referred to his daughters as “his girls” […]
With heavy hearts, we are saddened to announce the passing of our dear wife, mother and grandmother Violet (Vi) Doucette (nee Shine) who peacefully passed away December 7, 2025, with her family by her side following a tragic fall. Violet was born April 21, 1945, and grew up on the […]
Arlene Hoffman, 93, a resident of Rainycrest Long Term Care facility in Fort Frances, Ont., passed away peacefully and well cared for on Saturday, December 20, 2025, just days before her 94th birthday and after nearly 20 years of advancing dementia. Arlene and her twin brother Arlen were born in […]
August 11, 1998 – December 16, 2025 Ogima Ginew, Ozowa-Bines. Pizhew Dotami Ojibways of Onigaming First Nation It is with great sorrow that the family of Elijah Indian announces his sudden passing. Elijah was deeply loved by his blended family, he grew up in Onigaming with his Copenace, Indian, Allan […]
Diane Anita Lovisa was born on August 29, 1958, in Fort Frances, Ontario, where she was also raised and remained deeply rooted in her community. Diane was the devoted mother of Michael (Kelly) Noonan, Christine (Bob) Botsford, and Sarah Noonan (Chris Faragher). She was a proud and loving grandmother to […]
Irene McEntyre of Ely, Minn., passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, at Boundary Waters Care Center at the age of 93. Irene was born September 11, 1932 in Fort Frances, Ontario, Canada, to Bernard and Mary (Jolicoeur) Flynn. She married Roy McEntyre on May 12, 1955, and became a […]
It is with deep sadness that the family of Dorothy Gate (McNally), 85, announce her passing on December 17, 2025, at the Rainy River Hospital. Dorothy was born to Charles and Mabel Blanche McNally (nee Wood) on November 6, 1940, in Rainy River, Ontario. Dorothy was predeceased by her parents […]
Here we are at another year’s end, another day in the continuum, a day no more important than Tuesday of last week, and no less important than the day we took our first step. Every day begins with maximum potential, every day a fresh start. Reviewing the previous 365 fresh […]
