It’s been a long time since the “human Factor” has been celebrated at the Stroke Prevention Clinic, Fort Frances. “Covid safety measures meant we were no longer meeting stroke survivors and their families face to face,” explained Marilyn Erwin, stroke nurse here for the last 14 years. “Our only contact […]
District News
By Jack Elliott
Rainy River Correspondent
Rainy River Correspondent
With the Xmas Season now in the rearview mirror there will be a lot of forcing going on. Like forcing closed the snaps on various belts and buckles. Like forcing oneself up out of the easy chair. Like forcing the fridge closed to resist the temptation of scarfing down one […]
By Allan Bradbury
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com
Causeway Insurance is expanding with offices opening in Atikokan and Dryden. Owner John Homer hopes the personal touch of a local broker shows the communities the company cares. The Atikokan branch of Causeway Insurance officially opened its doors on Monday, Dec. 13. Fulfilling a long-time goal for owner John Homer. […]
Press release
TORONTO — In response to recent trends that show an alarming increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations, the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, is temporarily moving the province into Step Two of its Roadmap to Reopen with modifications that take into account the province’s successful vaccination […]
By Merna Emara
Staff Writer
memara@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
memara@fortfrances.com
Community spread seen throughout region Due to high COVID-19 case numbers, the Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) is asking all residents in the region to avoid large gatherings and traveling outside of the region. The current gathering restrictions are 10 people indoors and 25 outdoors. Dr. Kit Young Hoon, medical officer […]
Press release
Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) has received confirmation that two positive cases in the region were infected with the omicron variant. These are the first known omicron cases in the NWHU area. One case was detected in Kenora, the other in Dryden. Both cases were travel related. Due to the sequencing […]
Submittted by Riverside Health Care
The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, is taking further action to protect the health and safety of residents, staff and from COVID-19 and the Omicron variant. This is necessary to provide optimal safety and support while balancing the mental and emotional well-being of patients, […]
By Merna Emara
Staff Writer
memara@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
memara@fortfrances.com
Besides administering COVID-19 vaccinations, 2021 was a year of many milestones for the Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU). Dr. Kit Young Hoon, medical officer of health at the NWHU, said 2021 was a challenging year that began with province-wide restrictions that shut down schools, many businesses and recreational centres. “As the […]
The WRRD Lions are looking for volunteers for the Rainy River COVID-19 mass vaccination clinics, to facilitate the Screening and Flow requirements. If you are able to join, contact John Elliott at elliottjhn@gmail.com or call 807-852-3790. The Fort Frances Meals on Wheels is seeking volunteer drivers to deliver meals to […]
Press release
At its December 2021 meeting the West Rainy River District Lions Club announced updated funding to various charitable groups across the Rainy River Valley. “Financially we have had a couple of strong years with the Pontoon Boat Raffle we hold at the RRWT Tournament in September. Our ticket sales support […]
Press release
The Executive members of the Northwest Unit of the Ontario Catholic Teachers’ Association arepleased to share with the district our Advent Efforts for 2021. This year by unanimous decision, the following local charities have been each gifted a $250donation to continue their good works through the 2021 Advent and Christmas […]
Press release
Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) is responding to the urgent threat of the omicron variant of COVID-19 and the recent spike in local cases. Getting a booster dose of the vaccine is the best way to protect yourself and others from infection. “Two doses of the COVID-19 vaccine are not shown […]
