Heather Latter Fort Frances Coun. John Albanese was presented with the Association of Local Public Health Agencies (alPHa) 2014 Distinguished Service Award on Friday morning in front of the board of health and staff of the Northwestern Health Unit office here. “I had the pleasure, on behalf of the Northwestern […]
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Haley Anderson Homes and businesses have managed to stay afloat despite the still-rising waters and strong winds. But Couchiching FN Chief Sara Mainville isn’t letting her guard down. “We are pretty confident that we aren’t going to sustain any more losses than we have already,” she noted Monday evening. “We […]
the MNR FireRanger crews in the Fort Frances and Kenora districts continue to provide flood protection support, primarily with the placement of sandbags. Rain continues to fall in the region, resulting in ongoing flood concerns. This support is provided through co-ordination with district emergency response teams of the Ministry of […]
the MNR The Ministry of Natural Resources (Fort Frances District) is reminding area residents that the flood warning remains in effect for the Fort Frances, Rainy River, and Atikokan areas. Recent rainfall has resulted in very high inflow conditions throughout all watersheds within the district, including the Seine River, Atikokan […]
Press Release As Sioux Lookout deals with new flooding issues following Monday’s downpours, and the Fort Frances area braces for more rain, local MPP Sarah Campbell looked to the premier and several ministries for updates on government efforts to assist flooded Northwestern Ontario communities. “I have been in contact with […]
the MNR It remains quiet on the fire scene, although there are concerns about a “moderate” to “extreme” forest fire hazard in the north. Meanwhile, a flood watch continues for the districts of Fort Frances and Dryden. No new fires were reported in the Northwest Region by the early evening […]
From the MTO The Ministry of Transportation advises the motoring public that Highway 618, five km west of Red Lake at Half Way Creek, is closed due to a road washout. Safety is our top priority and repairs are underway at the site of the highway washout. We are working […]
Haley Anderson A club with a long history in Fort Frances has opened its doors once more after disbanding 15 year ago. This time, however, Toastmasters will be meeting weekly in the basement of the United Native Friendship Centre on Portage Avenue–a location they acquired earlier this month. Kirsty Sinclair […]
Heather Latter This year’s “Relay For Life” may not have seen clear skies all night long but participants didn’t let that bring them down. Instead, the 16 teams raised nearly $53,000, with more money still trickling in. “We are very pleased with the turnout and the money raised at ‘Relay’ […]
Heather Latter The Ontario Travel Information Centre building here has an open sign in the window once again. After the provincial service was shuttered two years ago, the Town of Fort Frances was able to secure a rental agreement with the government and on Monday the facility, through assistance from […]
the MNR Flooding continues to be a concern for the southwest sectors of the Northwest Region. FireRanger crews are assisting with sandbagging efforts in Fort Frances District and public response to their efforts has been positive. Meanwhile, air attack birddog aircraft and personnel were dispatched, along with CL-415 heavy waterbombers, […]
the MNR Residents are reminded that the flood warning remains in effect for the Atikokan, Fort Frances, and Rainy River areas. Recent rainfall has resulted in very high inflow conditions throughout all watersheds within the district, including the Seine River, Atikokan River, Rainy Lake, and Lake of the Woods. Water […]
