Farmers in the district have until September 9 to have their voices heard in regards to a recent decision in Ontario’s agriculture sector. In mid-July the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) received a Freedom of Information (FOI) request from an unknown party that asked the ministry […]
District News
Staff
If you thought you’d missed your chance to enter the “This Old newspaper!?” Reader Contest, you’re in luck. The Ontario Community Newspaper’s Association has extended the deadline, to allow school participation, now that it’s confirmed that classes are back. Entrants now have until Thursday, October 8, to turn in their […]
By Merna Emara
Staff writer
memara@fortfrances.com
Staff writer
memara@fortfrances.com
Hospital workers held their second rally in Fort Frances to oppose Bill 195 on August 29 in front of MPP Greg Rickford’s constituency office on 279 Scott St. Under Bill 195, also known as the Reopening Ontario Act, healthcare employees can have their leaves of absences or vacations cancelled, can […]
Merna Emara
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Emo Mayor Harold McQuaker is currently being investigated by the township’s integrity commissioner. Because the investigation is active, the nature of the complaint will not be disclosed until a decision is made. During the public portion of the last Emo municipal council meeting, McQuaker disclosed that he is being investigated, […]
Staff
Board members of the Rainy River District Women’s Institute Emo Museum are feeling cautiously optimistic for the future of the historic facility. A recent meeting, held to generate volunteers and new board members, “was well attended,” according to museum board member Annie van Rozen. To continue to build interest, the […]
By Megan Walchuk
Kids and parents are getting set to return to the classroom over the next week, but for teachers and education staff, the work is already in full swing. School staff have been cleaning surfaces, placing distancing stickers, and undergoing training on emerging health and safety recommendations. It’s the culmination of […]
Staff
Chief Darlene Comegan has been re-elected to a second term in Northwest Angle #33 last Wednesday. Ogichidaa Francis Kavanaugh and Grand Council Treaty #3 congratulate her on her victory, which took place last Wednesday. “Chief Comegan has been an invaluable participant in many Treaty #3 meetings and initiatives,” said Kavanaugh. […]
Press Release
The Sioux Narrows Arts Council is excited to Launch its inaugural “Artists in the Park” event as a fundraising initiative for the 2021 60 Anniversary of the Sioux Narrows Arts Festival. The event will take place on Saturday September 12, 2020 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Sioux Narrows Provincial Park, […]
Merna Emara
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The province of Ontario is two weeks from welcoming back their two million students, with no plans in place for physical distancing procedures when riding school buses. To support a return to school five days per week, the school boards may be required to maximize the utilization of buses beyond […]
Staff
New Hires Will Protect Communities and Support Wellness of Frontline PersonnelPP) officers. These new recruits will provide OPP frontline officers with the additional resources they need to better protect communities, while safeguarding their mental health and well-being. Although the Rainy River District Detachments would welcome any new members, it isn’t […]
Merna Emara
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Homelessness is a growing issue, not just in Fort Frances, but also in the bigger metropolitan cities such as Toronto and British Columbia. There are numerous reasons that can lead to one ending up on the streets. But no matter the reasons, the result is one: homelessness, drugs, fear, uncertainty […]
Merna Emara
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
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