Local News from Across the Rainy River District
The city and province rolled out a new downtown safety plan on Tuesday that the mayor and premier say will balance the need for compassion for those who are struggling, with the need for enforcement and growing calls for improved safety in Winnipeg’s downtown core. “The city of Winnipeg and […]
KENORA – A nearly $2-million Northern Ontario Heritage Fund announcement was music to Chief Chris Skead’s ears. “It’s a great announcement, for sure,” the Wauzhushk Onigum Nation chief said Tuesday. “And it’s definitely going to go a long way in our community.” Greg Rickford, MPP for Kenora–Rainy River, announced Monday […]
FORT WILLIAM FIRST NATION — Two beadwork artists can now say they’ve had pieces shown at an international art gallery. Justine Gustafson and Jean Marshall, residents of Fort William First Nation, both have pieces in the Radical Stitch show at the National Gallery of Canada. The exhibition showcases bead and […]
At first blush, a relationship between water melon and firefighting seems slightly obscure, unless one focuses on their shared connection with water. Firefighters need it to put out fires, and water melon is more than 90 per cent H20. So perhaps it’s no coincidence a fundraiser for Conmee’s fire department […]
If you’re bored this summer and looking for something to do or learn, Seven Generations Education Institute (SGEI) has you covered. The institute has myriad events planned for the summer, from workshops to help learn new skills, demonstrations of different techniques, as well as opportunities to just relax and enjoy […]
In an effort to allow more people to experience the beauty of Ontario’s natural wonders, the government of Ontario is lifting admission fees for all provincial parks this Friday, July 19, 2024. The government made the announcement on Monday, July 8, 2024, noting that the free admission day marks Healthy […]
The Northwest Catholic District Board has announced Alex McAuley as their new Superintendent of Business. McAuley will begin his new role in August and replaces recently retired SBO, Laura Mills. McAuley became qualified as a Chartered Professional Accountant in 2011. Since then, he has gained extensive experience in accounting and […]
Voyageurs National Park is offering families the opportunity to take a tour across outer space this summer. Voyageur National Park is a designated International Dark Sky Park. Which means there is little to no light pollution in many areas of the park making it ideal for star gazing. Park After […]
IGNACE – The public is asked to stay away from the Agimak Lake Dam while rehabilitation work is being done. The Agimak Lake Dam rehabilitation project commenced Monday and is scheduled for completion in late August. Work will include replacing loose and deteriorated concrete, replacement of two aged retaining walls […]
The Rainy River Valley Agricultural Society is gearing up for the RCMP Musical Ride, and they need help to make this event a huge success! Volunteer Opportunities: Whether you can spare a few hours or the whole day, your assistance will make a big difference. This is a fantastic opportunity […]
The Ontario government is investing $10-million dollars to increase the quality of healthcare in Ontario by helping more than 1,000 nurses upskill their training to provide emergency department care. The announcement was made this morning, Wednesday, July 10, 2024, by Ontario’s Minister of Health Sylvia Jones. The investment is aimed […]
Publicly funded colleges and universities in the province are getting a bump in provincial funding thanks to a new investment from the Ontario government. Announced on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, by Ontario’s minister of Colleges and Universities Jill Dunlop, the Ontario government will be investing $201-million in 2023-24 to help […]
