Duane Hicks In the thick of campaigning for the provincial election on June 12, the four candidates running in Kenora-Rainy River say they’re hearing a similar message: people want change. But whether that change is a different local representative, or an entirely different government at Queen’s Park, seems to be […]
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the OPP The Rainy River District OPP is asking the public for help in locating a missing Fort Frances youth. Mariah Wilson, 15, was last seen Sunday morning on Armit Avenue here. She is described as a First Nation female, 5’1” tall, and weighing 101 pounds. She has brown eyes […]
Press Release The OPP will host its annual recruiting initiative, known as “Northern Police Experience,” next Saturday and Sunday (May 24-25) in Thunder Bay. Up to 50 applicants will be selected to spend two days with OPP members and learn about the recruiting process for both uniform and civilian career […]
the OPP Personal flotation devices (PFDs) rarely are found by OPP officers when recovering deceased boaters in marine incidents. In conjunction with Safe Boating Awareness Week (May 17-23), the OPP is shedding light on some notable marine fatality facts and engaging the public in helping boaters make wise choices on […]
the MNR Just seven fires have been reported in the Northwest Region since the official opening of the fire season April 1. These occurred in the districts of Kenora, Nipigon, Sioux Lookout, and Thunder Bay, with a total area burned of three hectares. The forest fire hazard remains “low” across […]
the MNR Due to the spring thaw, a road washout has caused a culvert to fail on a forest resource road northeast of Sapawe. The Ministry of Natural Resources closed Premier Road at Kekush Creek, about 25 km north of Highway 623, on May 9 for repairs. It is expected […]
the OPP The OPP is reporting that off-road vehicle (ORV) deaths have reached a four-year high and the causal factors have the OPP concerned heading into the Victoria Day long weekend. A total of 20 people died in ORV incidents in the OPP’s jurisdiction during 2013, compared to 12 in […]
Heather Latter Despite not receiving money from the Ministry of Education to fund a rebuild of Donald Young School in Emo, the Rainy River District School Board is continuing to look at options for the K-8 school, which was deemed “prohibitive to repair” back in 2003. “Donald Young School is […]
the OPP The Rainy River District OPP is seeking public help in locating a missing female youth. Felicia Morrison, 17, of Fort Frances was reported missing May 6. She was last seen in the area of Portage Avenue near Scott Street in Fort Frances. Morrison is described as a First […]
Staff The series premiere of “Fool’s Gold” will air today at 7 p.m. on Discovery Canada (Channel 24 on Shaw Cable). The new TV program, which was shot in and around the Straw Lake Beach Gold Mine area near here last year, features the humorous exploits of modern-day prospector Todd […]
Press Release There’s only a couple of more days before Canadian fiddle champion Scott Woods’ “Old-Time Jubilee” arrives at Knox United Church here this Thursday for a 7 p.m. show. Support has been strong but some tickets are still available at either Fort Frances General Supply or Brockie’s Jewellers, or […]
Press Release National Nurses Week is the perfect opportunity to thank and recognize the devoted, talented, and compassionate registered nursing staff that work at all Riverside Health Care Facilities, Inc. sites. This annual tribute to nurses coincides with the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern-day nursing. Our nurses […]
