Local News from Across the Rainy River District
(FORT FRANCES, ON) – Members of the Rainy River District Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating an incident at a local residence. On November 5, 2023, shortly before 11:00 p.m., members of the Rainy River District Detachment responded to an incident at a local residence on Sixth […]
Remembrance Day in Canada is a time-honoured tradition, a day of reflection, gratitude, and solemn commemoration of the sacrifices made by the nation’s veterans. While the essence of this day remains deeply rooted in tradition, the methods of commemoration have evolved with the times. In today’s digital age, technology and […]
It’s time municipalities across Ontario declare intimate partner violence an epidemic. That’s the message Norah Kennedy, the executive director at Orangeville’s Family Transition Place, brought to council when it met Oct. 30. And it had a particular gravity given murders that had happened in Sault Ste. Marie in late-October. In […]
Thunder Bay, Ont. — Since its beginnings, Fort William’s deep-rooted history as one of the first trading posts during the fur trade in the early 1800s provided the nucleus of what would become Thunder Bay. The Thunder Bay Museum and Fort William Historical Park have collaborated to present what life […]
As the air turns brisk and festive decorations start to appear in retailers and public spaces across Canada, it’s a sure sign that the holiday season is approaching. For Canada Post, this time of year signifies the onset of their peak season. From October 30, 2023, until January 14, 2024, […]
Faces of Canada Today features poppies crafted by Indigenous makers in a major art installation In honour of National Indigenous Veterans Day, the Juno Beach Centre (JBC) is pleased to announce that its newest exhibition, Faces of Canada Today, will include a major art installation that features poppies crafted by […]
Around 400 members of the Métis community gathered in Sault Ste. Marie this week to take part in a rights conference that had an eye on the past as well as the future. This four-day affair, which began Sunday and wrapped up Wednesday, served as a major milestone for the […]
The turnout was slim as staff and council for the Township of Emo held the annual budget meeting on Oct. 23. After a 7.57 percent jump in taxes last year the residents of Emo should brace for a higher tax bill again this year as another four percent jump has […]
Staff availability will see the Out of the Cold Warming Centre open almost a week earlier than planned, but funding levels ultimately limit the duration of their season As the temperature continues to drop and the colder months of the year roll inexorably towards the district, the Out of the […]
The Emo Public Library has put out an urgent plea for help, to keep the doors open for the remainder of 2023. In a public letter posted to Facebook, CEO/Librarian Nicholas Donaldson states that, “due to unforeseen costs in 2023, the Emo Public Library is in desperate need of monetary […]
The organizers of the Luncheon of Hope held at La Place Rendez-Vous on Saturday, October 28, 2023, are asking attendees to check the jacket they returned home with to make sure it is the same one that they showed up in. One such guest has discovered their jacket was taken […]
Cats, dogs and divas will be the name of the game when the Fort Frances Lakers hit the home ice this Saturday. The SIJHL Junior A hockey team is teaming up with Border Skating Club and animal rescue organization Best for Kitty, to present The Eras Night, when they take […]
