Local News from Across the Rainy River District
Once again the West Rainy River District Lions Club will be holding their District-wide Pontoon Boat Raffle. This year in conjunction with Nestor Falls Marine & Sport, the First Prize will be a Princecraft Vectra 21 LT Pontoon Boat package, c/w 115 hp Mercury EXLPT Pro motor valued at $47,900. […]
It is calving season for beef farmers, and the crew on Blackhawk Simmentals Farm are knee deep, calving, tagging and needling. Blackhawk Simmentals Farm in Stratton sees about 160 calves per season, between late January and the end of March. It’s a hectic season of round the clock vigilance and […]
Enbridge Gas is helping the Chapple Fire Department purchase firefighting training materials, through Safe Community Project Assist–a program with the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council that supplements existing training for Ontario volunteer and composite fire departments in the communities where Enbridge operates. “At Enbridge Gas, safety is our priority. […]
A two-day seminar on mental health and illness focused on breaking down stigmas and connecting community members with essential supports and resources. As part of its mental health promotion, the Prairie Mountain Health (PMH) mental health program offers mental health first aid to all community members and agencies, said PMH […]
Travel restrictions have eased at federal border crossings. According to a release by the Canadian Border Security Agency (CBSA), fully vaccinated travellers will now have the option of using a COVID-19 rapid antigen test result (taken the day prior to their scheduled flight or arrival at the land border or […]
Due to the region’s continued high COVID-19 and hospitalization rates, Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) has extended their recommendations issued on February 17, 2022. As such, Dr. Kit Young Hoon, Medical Officer of Health at NWHU asks that local businesses, organizations, and residents follow enhanced measures while case numbers and hospitalizations […]
Culturama is coming back! The Fort Frances Museum and Cultural Centre is organizing a revival of Culturama – a community multicultural festival. Organizers are seeking committee members and volunteers, or even just feedback on what you’d like to see! To be part of the Culturama team, reach out to Kayleigh […]
With tensions mounting in Ukraine, citizens around the globe are looking for ways to contribute. The following is a list of ways Canadians can help with the conflict in Ukraine: The Canadian Red Cross is accepting donations for humanitarian aid in Ukraine. The Government of Canada will be matching civilian […]
Like many of you, I am watching the events unfold in Ukraine with dismay. Thunder Bay- Rainy River has one of the highest percentages of Canadian-Ukrainians of any ridings in Canada. I know there are many people in northwestern Ontario who have family members, and friends, in the Ukraine. I too have relatives in the […]
The 24/7 Garage Sale truly does have something for everyone. The Garage Sale building is the in the centre of Devlin, beside Greenside’s Meats. All monies raised are donated to Devlin’s Guthrie United Church. This helps cover the costs of the needs of the church. The 24/7 Garage Sale has […]
Culturama is coming back! The Fort Frances Museum and Cultural Centre is organizing a revival of Culturama – a community multicultural festival. Organizers are seeking committee members and volunteers, or even just feedback on what you’d like to see! To be part of the Culturama team, reach out to Kayleigh […]
Funding Will Improve Access to Specialized Addictions Services and Supports The Ontario government is investing over $667,000 through the new Addictions Recovery Fund to immediately enhance access to bed-based addictions treatment supports through the Kenora Chiefs Advisory and the Rainy River District Ontario Health Team. These new beds will help […]
