Jessica George FORT FRANCES—With just over a year since the Times last caught up with Snow-Shoemaker’s Running Horse Ranch, Rhonda and Kim Shoemaker were pleased to announce much has happened over that span with regards to the rare Lac La Croix ponies, of which they have the largest herd in […]
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Paige Desmond FORT FRANCES—Children make up an important part of any community. And in this community, some are facing more than your average, everyday life challenges. In Rainy River District right now, there are roughly 55 children and youths in foster care provided by Family and Children’s Services here. The […]
Dave Ogilvie The second-annual Rainy River District Harvest Dinner is set to go Saturday, Sept. 27 at the Devlin Hall. A fantastic menu of local foods has been created by Todd Moxham of “CATER 2 U,” a locally-owned cooking and catering company. All five courses, from the appetizers to the […]
the MNR There were no new fires in the West Fire Region yesterday. Aviation and fire operations are scaling back following normal seasonal changes and downgrades as cooler, wet weather comes through and the fire hazard drops. Seven fires remain active in the region, but they are not threatening any […]
the MNR Two fires—Nipigon District fire #20 and Thunder Bay District fire #36—were declared “out” in the West Fire Region by the end of Friday. This leaves just seven fires still “active” in the region, including three in Kenora District, two in Thunder Bay District, one each in Nipigon District […]
Staff One new fire was reported in Sioux Lookout District late Wednesday evening. Reported as one tree on fire as the result of a lightning strike, the 0.1-hectare blaze was located about 40 km northwest of Savant Lake. Meanwhile, one fire was declared “out” in Nipigon District, leaving the total […]
Staff While some of the numbers are down from the same period last year, the Fort Frances OPP detachment definitely was busy in the second quarter of 2008, OPP S/Sgt. Steve Shouldice reported to town council Monday night. In the second quarter, local OPP officers responded to 1,175 calls for […]
Duane Hicks While it may not be fall yet, let alone winter, Diane Maxey already is thinking about the holiday season—and that means the “Christmas cantata.” Those interested in singing in this year’s Christmas cantata are encouraged to come out to a listening session on Monday, Sept. 22 at 7 […]
Staff It’s time to clean out the garage and basement, and get rid of stockpiles of paint, oil, and other hazardous goods, when Municipal Hazardous or Special Waste Day is held here this Saturday (Sept. 13). The event, which previously had been called Household Hazardous Waste Day, will run from […]
Dave Ogilvie The “Country Blend” concert at the Emo Legion on Friday evening was extremely well-received by an enthusiastic audience. The event, sponsored by the Dance Fire Memorial committee, also featured a cash bar, light lunch, and silent auction. The money raised will go towards the Dance Fire Memorial, which […]
Jack Elliott With the status quo forestry industry in a funk, perhaps now is the time to be investigating in new opportunities. The Town of Rainy River, for instance, has a number of physical structures that could house value-added industries for the forestry sector. The front portion of the former […]
Robin McCormick The 55+ Seniors Expo, featuring about 10 booths, will take place Wednesday, Sept. 24 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Emo Legion. The day will be filled with many fun and educational events, as well as free draws. The first 100 participants also will receive a free bag. […]
