Apple TV+ Lisey’s Story – NR – Drama, Horror, Mystery – June 4 Adapted from the novel by Stephen King, a widow becomes the object of a dangerous stalker’s obsession with her husband’s work. Crave Intergalactic – NR – Drama, Sci-Fi – June 4 (Premiere) Intergalactic follows a crew of […]

By Merna Emara
Staff Writer
memara@fortfrances.com

On Monday about 100 individuals gathered at the site of the former residential school in Fort Frances to support their neighbours in B.C. after the remains of 215 children were discovered at the site of a former residential school in Kamloops. The discovery was made on Thursday when Tk’emlúps te […]

By Natali Trivuncic
Staff Writer
ntrivuncic@fortfrances.com

The National advisory committee on immunization (NACI) updated their guidance regarding mixing and matching vaccines. The NACI authorized the use of Moderna or Pfizer as a second dose if you received AstraZeneca for your first dose. Dr. Kit Young Hoon, medical officer of health at the Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU), […]

The discovery of 215 children buried at the site of a former residential school in B.C. has caused an emotional reaction across the country. The following are some reactions from local leaders. Ogichidaa Francis Kavanaugh and Grand Council Treaty #3 express deep condolences to the people of Tk’emlúps te Secwe̓pemc First […]

At its June 1, 2021 regular Board meeting, which was held remotely, the Rainy River District School Board announced the recipients of the Recognition of Service awards, honoring the 2021 Employees of the Year, Bus Driver of the Year, Volunteers of the Year, and Community Partner of the Year. This […]

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he Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) reminds bicycle and vehicle drivers to respect all road users by making safety a top priority, especially as we see an increase in cyclists on our roadways. There have been 34 total collisions, including two fatalities, involving a motor vehicle and cyclist this year to […]

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The Ontario government is making it easier and more affordable to get safely outdoors and enjoy nature by providing free day-use permits at 115 provincial parks from Monday to Thursday until September 2, 2021. Starting June 7, visitors will also be able to guarantee access to 17 select provincial parks […]

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Province supporting tourism businesses at provincial parks and conservation reserves TORONTO — The Ontario government is providing over $1 million in financial relief to more than 300 resource-based tourism businesses operating at Ontario’s provincial parks and conservation reserves by waiving and reducing certain land use and licence fees for 2021. […]

From the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 29

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 29 announces the winners for the submission to the Literary / Poster contest. The Legion enjoys seeing the amazing ideas children produce. Three schools participated with 82 submissions from nine classes. The Branch selected fifteen submissions to be sent to Division in Winnipeg. All submissions receive […]

By Natali Trivuncic
Staff Writer
ntrivuncic@fortfrances.com

Dr. Kit Young Hoon, medical officer of health at the Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU), said she has made recommendations to the chief medical officer of health that schools in NWHU catchment area can be reopened as early as this week if they felt it was appropriate. Young Hoon said there […]

Extreme fire behaviour has been detected across the region which has resulted in a few large fires of concern, mainly in the Kenora and Thunder Bay regions. The extreme fire activity was in the Willard Lake area, between Vermillion Bay and Kenora, with fires known as Kenora 25, Kenora 27 […]