Ontario voters are heading to the polls. Ontario PC leader Doug Ford has dissolved the Legislature, and triggered a provincial election for Thursday, February 27. Our region is within the Kenora-Rainy River riding. As of press time, two candidates have been selected to run for the seat. ONTARIO NDP PARTY […]
District News
From the District of Rainy River Services Board
Press release
Press release
Fort Frances, Ontario – 2025/01/28 – The District of Rainy River Services Board (DRRSB) extends its congratulations to the successful recipients of the recently announced HART (Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment) Hub funding in the north, Greater Sudbury, Sault Ste. Marie, and Kenora, and applauds their work to create positive […]
By Laura Balanko-Dickson
Staff writer
lbalankodickson@fortfrances.com
Staff writer
lbalankodickson@fortfrances.com
Late in 2023, CBC/ Radio-Canada reported on a “lucrative and growing cross-border human smuggling market,” most of which is through a location called the Swanton sector. Skip ahead to last November and Donald Trump’s so-called “border czar,” Tom Homan, has characterized the Canadian border as an “extreme national security vulnerability.” […]
From the Northwest Catholic District School Board
Press release
Press release
This year, The Northwest Catholic District School Board is pleased to release our new three-year Mental Health and Addictions Strategy. The strategy holds every student at the heart, ensuring timely access to identity-affirming supports and resources for students, caregivers and educators using practices that are both evidence-informed and evaluated. Board […]
From Riverside Health Care
Press release
Press release
Riverside Health Care is excited to announce the launch of a new online bill payment option to its website, providing a more accessible and user-friendly experience for patients, clients, residents and families. The online payment platform allows users to pay their bills conveniently using major credit and VISA debit cards. […]
From the District of Rainy River Services Board
Press release
Press release
Fort Frances, Ontario – 2025/01/28 – The District of Rainy River Services Board (DRRSB) was represented at the 2025 Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) Conference in Toronto from January 19 to 21 by Board Chair, Debbie Ewald, Board member, Mike Ford and CAO Charene Gillies. With the DRRSB delivering services […]
By Robin McCormick
West End Correspondent
West End Correspondent
The LaVallee Seniors Committee hosted their first Seniors luncheon January 28th. at the Devlin Hall. The day started with the Emo Legion catering a delicious luncheon. Amy Ruff (lawyer) presented an informative talk on wills and estates. Many questions were asked following her presentation. The afternoon ended with games of […]
Staff
We’re deep into cold and flu season, but with a little care – and a stop by Misty River Alternatives – you don’t need to let it slow you down. While there’s no magic cure for the common cold, there are several natural remedies that can help reduce symptoms, speed […]
By Laura Balanko-Dickson
Staff writer
lbalankodickson@fortfrances.com
Staff writer
lbalankodickson@fortfrances.com
Emo Drugs offers blister packs, sometimes called compliance packaging, for medications. Moreover, compliance packaging can improve the convenience of taking medications and the likelihood that patients will take the correct medications at the right time of day. “Compliance packaging offers several benefits for both patients and healthcare providers,” reads a […]
By Laura Balanko-Dickson
Staff writer
lbalankodickson@fortfrances.com
Staff writer
lbalankodickson@fortfrances.com
Whether you call it Blue Monday, Seasonal Affective Disorder, or the Winter blues, the Canadian Mental Health Association knows this time of year has some Canadians feeling glum. While lifestyle changes might not be sufficient to beat the Winter blues, the Fort Frances branch of the Canadian Mental Health Association […]
By Sandi Krasowski
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal
Population, economic and agricultural growth are some of the reasons for an increasing demand for electricity and Ontario Energy Minister Stephen Lecce says Northern Ontario simply needs more hydroelectric power. “The average in Ontario is 75 per cent more power by the year 2050, but here up north, it’s 81 […]
Staff
The OPP responded to a sudden death call at a residence on Kings Hwy, on January 22. While specific details cannot be released at this time, the police investigation is ongoing. There is no threat to public safety, but officers have been active in the area conducting a canvass and […]
