Local News from Across the Rainy River District
The Northwest Catholic District School Board announced the recipients of Recognition of Excellence awards to several staff who have provided exemplary dedication and commitment at Our Lady of the Way School. The board recognized Meghan Bourgeois, Lisa Cousineau, and Kendall Olson for their help during times when administration had undergone […]
There’s a whole new world of possibility in store for Kay-Nah-Chi-Wah-Nung Historical Centre thanks to a new agreement signed last week with Lakehead University. Following the presentation of a new student-led and traditionally-made canoe at the centre, also known as the Manitou Mounds, on Thursday, June 22, 2023, a special […]
Cue the flags, fireworks and fun! Canada Day is just around the corner, with plenty to take in right across the District. Here’s a round-up of what’s happening on Saturday, so you can plan your day: FORT FRANCES Festivities in Fort Frances are being organized by Beyak Automotive Group, in […]
The Town of Fort Frances (ToFF) is very pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023 Moffat Family Fund grants. This year the Moffat Family Fund supported 15 charitable programs for a total of $121,666.50 distributed through the ToFF Moffat Family Fund Steering Committee. The mission of the Moffat Family […]
Riverside Health Care is pleased to announce the implementation of updated protocols for masking based on recent updates from the Ministry of Long-Term Care. Effective immediately, these updated changes are aimed at providing a more efficient and effective healthcare experience while ensuring the safety and well-being of our patients, residents, […]
It’s been a bumpy ride for merchants at the Rainy Lake Square, but the rest of the summer should be smooth sailing. The Fort Frances Business Improvement Area (BIA) is footing the $1200 insurance bill, which will allow merchants to sell their wares free of charge at the Rainy Lake […]
The Lake of the Woods District Hospital is using a new system of having nurse practitioners help relieve pressure in the emergency department. The Fast Track Clinic had a soft launch in May, with an official opening earlier this month. According to the hospital, the new system works by assessing […]
Is it shaping up to be another bad summer for blue-green algae blooms on popular lakes in northern Ontario? Blue-green algae, which can be toxic for humans, animals and fish, used to be mainly the bane of southern Ontario waterways. But one could be forgiven for thinking the poisonous scourge […]
Cody Genaille is taking another step up the hockey coaching ladder. In accepting a Junior A head coaching position, Genaille, a member of Opaskwayak Cree Nation in Manitoba, will move about nine hours away from his current home, and will leave the majority of his family members behind. Genaille, who […]
The City of Kenora is taking on community wellness full force, by hiring a designated Community Safety and Well-Being Coordinator. Kenora’s administration has announced the role will be filled by Eric Shih, effective July 17. That’s a name that may be familiar to Times readers; Shih has spent the last […]
I would like to thank all residents and visitors to the Town of Fort Frances for adhering to the Restricted Fire Zone (RFZ), which took effect on June 1, 2023. Well done! The RESTRICTED FIRE ZONE (FIRE BAN) is still in effect in the Town of Fort Frances and applies […]
Dungeons and Dragons – Join the Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre today- Thursday, June 22 – at 5 pm for D&D: Onslaught! Players choose a faction and skirmish with their friends in this combat miniatures game! Rules, maps, and miniatures provided. Absolutely no Dungeons and Dragons experience is required! […]
