Local News from Across the Rainy River District
Warning: this story contains discussion of suicide There’s a number to call if you are struggling with thoughts of suicide, and two local organizations joined forces yesterday to spread the word. Northwestern Ontario Metis Child and Family Services (NWOMFCS) and the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Fort Frances Branch were […]
A special meeting of Emo Council has been scheduled, to hear from the District of Rainy River Services Board (DRRSB) regarding the planned relocation of services from the Emo ambulance base. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 16, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. and will be held at the Emo […]
The 2024-25 Tour De Fort season launches on Sept. 25 with Allison Lupton band at the Townshend Theatre. Lupton brings a career steeped in Canadian folk music history to the first show of the season. Lupton comes from rural roots which she says has impacted her music. “I grew up […]
When they take to the ice on Friday night, the Fort Frances Lakers will hope to improve on a season that saw them finish second from last with a 12 win, 31 loss record with four overtime losses and a pair shootout losses. The staff, consisting of General Manager and […]
(FORT FRANCES, ON) – A 30-day focused patrol initiative for the downtown core of Fort Frances concluded with positive results for local businesses. On June 21, 2024, the Fort Frances Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) initiated project “The Core”. The project was developed to respond to community concerns […]
A person from the Brantford-Brant area is in hospital with the first case of human rabies in Ontario since 1967, according to the Brant County Health Unit (BCHU). The details surrounding the case are scarce. But the BCHU has said the virus was believed to be contracted through exposure to […]
Barbara Monaghan of Fort Frances took home the latest winnings from the Riverside Foundation 50/50. She took home $9,243 with the same amount going to the Foundation. The deadline for the next draw is just around the corner. Tickets for the next Riverside 50/50 are available now at www.riverside5050.ca or […]
TIMISKAMING – New lifesaving technology is stepping in to help paramedics administer CPR. Pierre Poulin, deputy chief for the District of Timiskaming Social Services Administration Board (DTSSAB) EMS, shared how they’re addressing the opioid crisis. Poulin highlighted both technological advancements and public education efforts. “As paramedics we’re always there, or […]
Terry Jones’ Elders always knew wild cats roamed across Magnetawan First Nation lands off the shores of Waaseyaagami-wiikwed (Georgian Bay) in northern “Ontario.” But the province’s Ministry of Natural Resources wouldn’t acknowledge them due to “lack of documentation,” according to the species-at-risk and research technician with the community roughly 80 […]
Dorm rooms are filled, parents return home and orientation activities wind down as students head to class this week at Confederation College and Lakehead University. This week, Confederation College welcomed nearly 3,500 new and returning students, including more than 1,300 international students. Michelle Salo, Confederation College president said, international student […]
Canola producers near Thunder Bay are following the latest trade-related dispute between Canada and China with consternation, as they fear the situation will push down prices if it’s allowed to drag on through the fall. “Markets can change quickly, so it is a concern,” Ryan Jaspers said on Wednesday from […]
On Wednesday the Town of Fort Frances issued a public notice regarding the connection of sump pumps to residential sewer pipes. “Due to some confusion regarding sump pit discharge, please take notice that under By-law 06/16 and the Ontario Building Code (2012), foundation drains and subsoil drainage pipes are not […]
