Local News from Across the Rainy River District
The campaign promotes Manitoba as a welcoming, inclusive place to live and work. It also highlights the province’s affordability, strong schools, vibrant communities, and quality of life. “It is crucial for those who may be considering Manitoba as their place of practice to know we are committed to providing evidence-based […]
(ANNews) – First Nations leaders from across Canada gathered in Ottawa to provide a unified response to the May 27 Speech from the Throne delivered by King Charles III, with a statement from some of the leaders highlighting the “profound gap between ceremonial gestures and the reality of unfulfilled Treaty obligations.” […]
An awareness walk for will be inviting everyone, regardless of ability level, to head to the Sorting Gap Marina next week to support and raise awareness around stroke prevention and recovery, as well as those living with the effects of stroke. The event, titled the “Walk & Roll” With Us […]
Stacy Montgomery, Literacy and Re-engagement Lead for The Northwest Catholic District School Board, shared some highlights over the past year in literacy with the Fort Frances Times. Highlights include a pilot program teaching multi-syllabic words and an emphasis on explicit, systematic instruction. Montgomery said she has seen significant improvement over […]
Thunder Bay businesses are breathing a sigh of relief after Thunder Bay city council approved changes to the Parking Authority Financial Plan on Monday. Drivers can now enjoy complimentary two hours of on-street parking throughout Thunder Bay, with an option to purchase an additional two hours at the same space. […]
TORONTO – A coalition of Northern Ontario MPPs and community leaders is calling on the province to take immediate action to improve safety on the region’s most critical roadways. On Tuesday (June 4) morning at Queen’s Park, Mushkegowuk-James Bay MPP Guy Bourgouin introduced the Northern Highway 11 and 17 Safety Act, 2025, […]
The Ford government introduced legislation Tuesday that would open Ontario’s public clean energy fund to support nuclear power — a move critics say redirects resources away from faster, cheaper renewable options such as wind and solar. The Protect Ontario by Securing Affordable Energy for Generations Act proposes expanding eligibility for […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been used for a long time to make life as a farmer easier, but it does come with some risks, says a University of Guelph professor. Dr. Rozita Dara told The Observer that AI has been used in agriculture in at least some fashion for a […]
River Heights teens want their high schools to embrace technology — the possibilities of artificial intelligence, in particular — rather than ban it. Grade 11 student Salina Lupu uses AI-powered chatbots to help her strategize how best to manage her time when she’s working on a major project. Matias Lastra, […]
A downtown Fort Frances fixture is opening back up under a new name and ownership, but with the same commitment to quality and service. What was once Howarth’s Home Centre, and then Leon’s is now Hometown Furniture and Appliance, a brand-new venture from two local businessmen who are looking to […]
The Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship (FFCBC) proudly celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, the organization is issuing an urgent call for New Directors and volunteers to help carry the tournament into the future. Without new directors the tournament will not continue. Over the past three decades the FFCBC has […]
Minister of Public Safety Gary Anandasangaree introduced the Bill, the Strong Borders Act to strengthen applicable laws and keep Canadians safe. According to a press release from the federal government the bill aims to give law enforcement agencies the powers they need to keep the border secure. “The bill will […]
