Dave Ogilvie With the middle of August around the corner, it’s time to start thinking once again, about the Rainy River Agricultural Fall Fair. Advance midway tickets can be purchased at the following location around the district: Wilson’s Stationary and Rainy Lake Sports in Fort Frances; Devlynn’s and Greensides in […]
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Robin McCormick The annual Rainy River District Fair is being held Aug. 16-18 at the Emo Fair Grounds. The venue includes many old favourite; agricultural and 4-H events, stock car races, Fair Queen and Mini King and Queen Contests, loggers’ events, the exhibition hall, and much more. Come out to […]
Staff The Emo Spray Park continues to remain close after it broke down late last month. The township quickly ordered a new part, plus a spare one, to replace the piece of equipment that stopped functioning. They were not given an exact shipping date of the part, but told it […]
the MNR No new fires had been reported in the West Fire Region by late afternoon yesterday. The forest fire hazard remains “low” for Northwestern Ontario. Thunderstorms and rain continue to track over the region, bringing lightning to most districts. However, lightning is less of a concern now because there […]
VNP Join a “Dark” Ranger for an evening of fun and nighttime activities tonight (Aug. 3). The evening includes a hike on the Echo Bay Trail learning about creatures of the night that live in Voyageurs National Park. It is sure to be a howling good time. Participants should meet […]
Press Release Five residents lost all their belongings in an fire which started around 9 p.m. on Aug. 1 at a residential five-unit housing complex at Seine River First Nation. Everyone was able to get out safely, but damage to the building is extensive. The cause of the fire remains […]
Press Release “Live @ the Lib” open mic is back at the Fort Frances Public Library today (Aug. 2) at 7 p.m. Boston Pizza is providing pizzas, and there are a bunch of prizes for everyone (performers included) to have a chance at winning. Performers are asked to secure their […]
Staff Three district groups have benefitted from the latest round of the Ontario Trillium Foundation funding announcements. The Rainy Lake Nordic Ski Club received $25,900 to purchase snowshoes and trail-grooming equipment. The improvements and equipment will assist in the continued provision of multi-use trails for people of all ages in […]
There were more winners in the Rainy River District Mutual Aid Association’s weekly cash calednar draw. Winning $30 for July 8-14 were Andre Bremault (Rainy River), Donny Anderson (Pinewood), Kelly Haglund (International Falls), Don and Sylvia Smeeth (Fort Frances), Adam Johnson (Atikokan), Carl Bolen (Atikokan), and Ryan Hampshire (Atikokan). Winning […]
Staff One new fire was reported in Fort Frances District yesterday. Fort Frances Fire #44 is a 0.1-hectare, human-caused blaze located south of Harvey Lake, just west of Quetico Provincial Park. It was classified as “under control” as of this morning. It was a quiet day for new fires on […]
Staff After putting a hold on clothing and household item donations in late June, the local Salvation Army once again is accepting them as of today (Aug. 1). While the break gave Thrift Store staff time to catch up on their inventory, the Salvation Army still is asking the public […]
the OPP The Rainy River District OPP is pleased to announce a recruitment workshop will be held in Fort Frances designed to encourage women and aboriginal people to consider a career in policing. “Pathway to Policing” will be held Saturday, Sept. 15 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Confederation College […]
