A Canada Day message from an area MP has opened a window of communication for local Indigenous leaders. Ogichidaa Francis Kavanaugh and Grand Council Treaty #3 were disappointed by a number of radio ads by Kenora MP Eric Melillo, which encouraged the celebration of Canada Day. In light of the […]
District News
By Natali Trivuncic
Staff Writer
ntrivuncic@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
ntrivuncic@fortfrances.com
The education minister has recently suggested that the province is not only aiming to have students back in the classroom full time by September, but he wants extracurriculars and sports to resume as well in conjunction with preventative measures. With active case numbers in the region staying low, Dr. Kit […]
By Natali Trivuncic
Staff Writer
ntrivuncic@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
ntrivuncic@fortfrances.com
Pilot launch aims to decrease opioid deaths Substance use is a taboo subject not often talked about. With the rise in opioid related deaths in the district, a new app can help to save lives while keeping users anonymous. Lifeguard Digital Health’s overdose prevention Lifeguard App was launched as a […]
Press release
(FORT FRANCES, ON) On July 5, 2021, the Fort Frances OPP were made aware of fake $100.00 Canadian bills that were used at a local businesses. The OPP would like to remind members of the public and businesses to be vigilant when accepting paper currency. The following indicators have been observed […]
Magnetic North: Northern Ontario Population Growth forum was a two-day conference held on June 22 and 23 to discuss population growth and had a systemic racism and anti-discrimination panel. This is the second year the conference was held with its first one in February 2020. This year’s conference was different […]
Friends, family and caregivers can enjoy wider access to loved ones in long-term care homes across the District In keeping with the provinces Roadmap to Reopening, Riverside is pleased to announce the further easing of restrictions for those visiting our long-term care homes. These changes will take effect today, Wednesday, […]
(FORT FRANCES, ON) – The Rainy River District Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is warning the public to be aware of fraudulent emails and request for funds in the form of gift cards, money orders or cryptocurrency. Scammers are increasingly using email, phone calls and other online social […]
THUNDER BAY — It appears that few people are applying for jobs as Ontario advances into phase two of reopening, nor are many of them returning to work. Sharon Kovacic, the marketing community outreach co-ordinator with Yes Employment Services, is monitoring the situation. “We are definitely seeing a lot of […]
Staff
Despite some precipitation, extreme forest fire hazard conditions continue to grip the western half of the northwest region including Kenora, Red Lake, Dryden, Fort Frances and Sioux Lookout districts. A Restricted Fire Zone continues to be in effect for these regions. The municipalities of Fort Frances, Emo, Chapple, LaVallee and […]
Staff
The Chief Fire Official has declared a Restricted Fire Zone—Total Fire Ban covering all areas of the Town of Fort Frances. It went into effect June 29, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. Yesterday, the Alberton, Chapple, Emo and La Vallee Fire and Emergency Service also declared a total fire ban, effective […]
GATHERINGS Outdoor gatherings of up to 25 people. Indoor gatherings of up to five people. RETAIL, DINING, AND SERVICES Essential retail stores can open to 50 per cent capacity. Non-essential retail stores can open to 25 per cent capacity. Stores in shopping malls can open. Personal care services such as […]
By Natali Trivuncic
Staff Writer
ntrivuncic@fortfrances.com
Staff Writer
ntrivuncic@fortfrances.com
The Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) region, along with the rest of the province will be entering phase 2 of the province’s reopening model today. Dr. Kit Young Hoon, medical officer of health at NWHU, said their teams will be sending communications out to local businesses and workplaces to ensure that […]
