Local News from Across the Rainy River District
Anyone who enjoys a hot, spicy lunch on a chilly winter afternoon probably likes kidney beans, or at least is willing to tolerate them if the chili is good. It would be a bonus if the red beans in the chili were locally grown. But that’s unlikely to be the […]
The salt spread on roads during the winter is an environmental concern, particularly in this area that depends on groundwater sources. Municipalities have been adjusting how they use road salt for a number of years. That pursuit extends to academia, as well. Researchers at the University of Guelph, for instance, […]
January marks Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, a time to bring attention to one of the most pressing health challenges of our time: Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. This year, The Alzheimer Society of Kenora/Rainy River Districts is dedicating its efforts to highlighting the critical role of research in improving […]
Nearly 100 residents showed up to help rebuild Brantford’s Bird Path on Sunday, January 5, 2025. Chris Wilson and his daughter Taylor first began walking the trail every morning back in 2020 after she was sent home from college due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “Taylor’s an avid bird watcher so […]
Enjoy the “excellent” outdoor skating trail at Sleeping Giant Provincial Park just east of Thunder Bay, but don’t forget to bring your wallet. Provincial officials are reminding park users that even in winter, all “vehicles entering the park are required to purchase a daily vehicle permit either at the park office, or […]
(NORTHWEST REGION, ON) – With winter road maintenance in full swing, local plow operators are reporting an increase in dangerous driving behaviour, including vehicles following too closely or attempting to pass plows while they operate in echelon formation. Echelon formation allows plows to clear multiple lanes efficiently, ensuring safer travel […]
Talks between Fort William First Nation and Ontario Power Generation (OPG) are continuing regarding the provincial utility’s proposed upgrade to its Kakabeka Falls hydroelectric station. A Fort William First Nation spokeswoman didn’t provide details this week, but confirmed discussions between the community and OPG are “ongoing.” On Jan. 23, OPG […]
A Winnipeg entrepreneur is going global with the online reporting tool she created to empower people to report sexual harassment, misconduct and assault on post-secondary campuses and other public spaces. Five years ago, Mary Lobson founded a customizable platform that allows users to anonymously report incidents of sexual violence and […]
With only a few things left to do this spring, the two-year Waterfront Streetscapes Renewal Project in Thunder Bay has mostly been completed. The result is a walkable, modern, and beautified district that is meant to be welcoming to both locals and tourists. Kara Pratt, executive director of the Waterfront […]
A Jan. 10 Facebook post officially announced the retirement of long-time CAO/Clerk-Treasurer Veldron Vogan after over 30 years working for the town. Stepping into the role is a face new to the area but experienced in working with municipalities. Shara Lavalee steps into the role after working with different communities […]
The Rainy River District School Board named the newest school in Rainy River at the last board of trustees meeting on January 7th, and “Rainy River K-12 School” is officially the name of the “state-of-the-art, $30 million facility.” Moreover, Rainy River K-12 School is opening its doors for the next […]
Beth Fairfield, Superintendent of Education for the Rainy River District School Board, plans to increase the capacity of equity among RRDSB employees across the district. For Fairfield, equity goes above and beyond in addressing disproportionality across the systems the board has in place. Thus, the Rainy River District School Board’s […]
