Local News from Across the Rainy River District
On Tuesday, Apr. 12 Weechi-it-te-win Family Services (WFS) opened a home in Fort Frances that will host youth who are learning to live semi-independently in hopes of helping them transition smoothly into adulthood. Nizigos Nimishomeh Endaad or, Aunties and Uncles House will provide young people aged 17-20 with a safe, […]
Kenora-Rainy River MPP Greg Rickford is in the area this week announcing funding from the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation for various projects throughout the District. The following projects were announced: James Gibson, President of the Rainy River District Abbatoir says the funding will help agriculture across the district. “Rainy […]
Prospective new car buyers will have some electrifying new choices soon, to combat the rising costs of gas; two local car dealerships in the Beyak Automotive Group are entering the electric car market. Sunset Country Ford hopes to have cars any day now, while Fort Frances GM is in the […]
Despite its best efforts, Spring has yet to have Sprung, but that doesn’t stop the wheels of government from turning towards construction season, along with plenty of other fixes around town that can take advantage of warmer weather. At last Monday’s meeting of Fort Frances Town Council, several items were […]
The town of Fort Frances could be making another donation to help ensure this year’s batch of graduating students have a safe and fun Chem Free Grad. At a meeting of the Administration and Finance Executive Committee on Tuesday afternoon, the committee members received a request letter submitted by Brian […]
Assembly of First Nations National Chief RoseAnne Archibald wants to change the conversation when it comes to the annual federal budget, especially after financial commitments were revealed April 7 by Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland. “What we ended up with obviously was not what First Nations had identified as being needed […]
Canadians are paying $3 billion every year in higher vehicle operating costs due to poor road infrastructure, says a new study by the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA). “Canada’s roads are vital for commuters, business and connecting communities,” says Ian Jack, vice-president of public affairs, CAA National. “This study shows for […]
As a 6th wave of COVID-19 begins in the province, local case numbers are increasing in many of our communities. Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) notes that the virus, including the BA 2 variant, is circulating in the region. Public health officials urge residents to stay home and isolate if they […]
INTERNATIONAL FALLS, MN: In response to the discovery of zebra mussel veligers (larvae) in Black Bay of Rainy Lake in late 2021, Voyageurs staff is starting a containment and prevention program. This program involves educational activities as well as new management operations related to Kettle Falls and Gold Portage areas. […]
THUNDER BAY, ONT. — Thunder Bay could become the site for a lithium refinery as a result of a partnership with Avalon Advanced Materials Inc. and Essar Group Company, RenJoules International Ltd. A binding letter of intent was signed by the two firms this week that will pave the way […]
SUNDRIDGE – A Sundridge councillor agrees an announcement last month increasing enrolment at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) is good news, but “it’s not enough.” “It’s a good start,” Coun. Steve Hicks says. “There are people who are happy about this but is shows they still don’t understand […]
Riverside Foundation for Health Care is excited to announce that the winner of the March Riverside 50/50 electronic raffle is Kathy Hager of Kenora with the winning ticket number P-2948749. Hager takes home $13,560, with the same amount going to the Foundation. The draw was made Wednesday, March 31 at […]
