“Citizens for Backus” proudly present the U.S. Midwest’s premier Bluegrass and Gospel quintet, “Monroe Crossing,” in concert at Backus Auditorium in International Falls this Sunday (Jan. 28). The 3 p.m. matinee performance marks Monroe Crossing’s first-ever appearance in International Falls. They are touring in support of their new CD release, […]
District News
FORT FRANCES—The 16th-annual general meeting of the Rainy River District Municipal Association is set to go this Saturday (Jan. 27) in Emo. But while several presentations simply will offer informative updates, there could be one controversial issue regarding the Rainy River District Social Service Administration Board. “They haven’t got a […]
FORT FRANCES—There may not have been a large turnout at the Adventure Inn here for last week’s review of the proposed insect pest management program to control the jack pine budworm infestation, but Ministry of Natural Resources area supervisor Jeff Wiume sees that, perhaps, as a vote of trust. However, […]
The abattoir steering committee of the Rainy River Cattlemen’s Association told members last Wednesday night they are very close to announcing an abattoir in Rainy River District. Committee member Steve Loshaw said while they have not has as many members join the abattoir project as investors, with 87 signed up […]
FORT FRANCES—It’s been months of meetings and discussions for district farmers as they try to resolve some current issues, such as not having an abattoir nearby and dealing with the effects of last year’s drought-like conditions. But while these problems seem far from over, Thunder Bay-Rainy River MP Ken Boshcoff […]
Thunder Bay-Rainy River MP Ken Boshcoff on Monday participated in the symposium on the future of the forest industry in Canada, hosted by the Communications, Energy and Paperworkers Union of Canada and the Forest Products Association of Canada. “The industry is undergoing a transition period and needs federal support to […]
Touting the concept of a new authority to enable the region to “chart its own course” into the future, the Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association released a report on “Enhancing the Economy of Northwestern Ontario” last Friday morning. “The concept of creating the [Northwestern Ontario Regional Development Authority] came out of […]
The Nestor Falls Curling Club’s 50th anniversary open bonspiel over the weekend was as much a celebration of the community as it was a competitive curling event. “The bonspiel went off really well,” club board member Les Helliar remarked. “What other game do you know of where you have teenagers […]
A Thunder Bay man has been fined $500 for illegal deer hunting. Gerald P. Gouliquer, 69, pleaded guilty to hunting white-tailed deer during the closed season. He forfeited the deer to the Crown. Court was told that on Oct. 27, the OPP called a Ministry of Natural Resources conservation officer […]
The OPP would like to remind motorists to be attentive for wildlife when travelling on area roadways. Deer and moose are foraging for food in close proximity to the roadways so motorists should pay special attention and drive accordingly. Likewise, adhering to the posted speed limits should provide drivers with […]
This Friday night (Jan. 26) will be an excellent opportunity to get rid of your winter blues—and enjoy some local talent at the same time. The Borderland Community Orchestra will be performing a “pops” concert at the Emo Legion starting at 7 p.m. Tickets cost $10 for adults and $5 […]
Grassy Narrows First Nation’s chief and community leaders last week declared a moratorium on all industrial activity within its traditional territory without community consent. The moratorium rebukes a provincial plan to increase clear-cut logging, and asserts that any development proposals must gain community consent and participation. The moratorium was issued […]
