A perceived lack of nursing support formed a wedge between the doctors of Rainy River and Riverside health Care. However, Riverside maintains that their staffing choices were appropriate to the community, with more changes in the works moving forward. According to Dr Joe Ennett, the physicians had requested a second […]
Daily Headlines
By Allan Bradbury
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
On Oct. 5 the Rainy River District Regional Abattoir will hold its first ever Harvest Fundraising Dinner. After the board’s AGM in May, Times Columnist Kim Jo Bliss wrote that the Abattoir is in a cash crunch as Desnoyers says. “As I’m sure you’re aware, as an article in May […]
By Allan Bradbury
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
After being closed for a long time, Busy Beaver fuels in Rainy River has finally reopened meaning Rainy River residents can get gas on the Canadian side of the border now. It has been a long process but Haley and Kevin Broadbent are the new owners of the only gas […]
By Ken Kellar
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
kkellar@fortfrances.com
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
kkellar@fortfrances.com
Warning: This story contains discussion of suicide and addiction. An organization aiming to help those living with additions and mental health struggles just realized a first in Fort Frances, and will be back at the end of the month to help connect the community to speakers and resources aimed at […]
By Allan Bradbury
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
Last week, the curling team skipped by Trevor Bonot of Stratton announced a full slate of curling events the team will attend this year as they attempt to qualify for the Montana’s Brier in February and March of this year in Kelowna, B.C. Skip Trevor Bonot says the team is […]
From the Touchdown Club
Press release
Press release
The 75th season of Muskie Football kicks off with a home game at 3:00 Friday September 6 vs John Taylor Collegiate from Winnipeg. Prior to kickoff (around 2:50 PM) the Muskies will honour the contributions of long time coach Dave “Monty” Montgomery. Coach Monty’s widow Bonnie and family members will […]
Staff
As a northern doctor himself, Member of Parliament Dr Marcus Powlowski has taken an interest in the healthcare struggles across the Rainy River District. Two weeks ago, Emo’s emergency ambulance station was closed, in favour of a community paramedicine service. And earlier this week, All of Rainy River’s doctors announced […]
From Split the Pot
Press release
Press release
Split the Pot Lottery is thrilled to announce the phenomenal support for its latest lottery program, achieving exceptional results after launching on August 7. Supporting 62 Ontario hospitals, the lottery remains a top priority for Ontarians, with ticket sales surpassing $1,200,000. More tickets sold means more advancements in health care […]
From the OPP
Press release
Press release
(FORT FRANCES, ON) – A traffic stop on a known suspended driver resulted in the arrest of two people and seizure of a quantity of drugs, weapons and money. On August 31, 2024, at approximately 4:30 pm an officer with the Fort Frances Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle […]
Staff
After further consideration, the Town of Fort Frances has advised that stop signs will remain in place at the intersection of Keating Ave. and First St. West creating a four-way stop at that location. Parents concerned about the fact that cars moved through the intersection at a high rate of […]
By Mike Stimpson
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Thunder Bay Source
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Thunder Bay Source
KENORA – Northwestern Ontario youth are vaping, using cannabis and drinking more commonly than their peers in other parts of the province, according to new data. Grade 9-12 student health data collected in partnership with nine schools in the Northwestern Health Unit’s region in the most recent school year found […]
By Michelle Dorey Forestell
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Kingstonist.com
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Kingstonist.com
In his latest visit to eastern Ontario, Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, stated that electric vehicle (EV) production is a bet he is confident making, despite slowing EV sales in North America. Fedeli was in Kingston Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024, to tout over $37 million […]
