Local News from Across the Rainy River District
After years without touring in Canada because of COVID-19 Juno Award winning progressive rock duo Crown Lands are striking out on a cross-Canada tour they’re stopping in Fort Frances this Saturday, March 18. The band comprises singer and drummer Cody Bowles and guitarist/keyboardist Kevin Comeau. The Times connected with Comeau […]
(ATIKOKAN, ON) – Two individuals were arrested and charged with trafficking and other offences after they tried to go around a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) check. On March 8, 2023 at approximately 9:00 pm, members of the Atikokan Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a routine […]
(FORT FRANCES, ON) – A report of drug possession at the Fort Frances District Jail had led to one inmate being arrested and charged. On February 28, 2023, members of the Rainy River District Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment and the North West Region Canine Unit responded to a report of […]
Tickets for the Riverside Foundation High Tea in Honour of June Keddie are available and selling quickly. Currently, about 40% of tickets have already been claimed. “I’m not surprised to see the fast uptake in ticket sales,” said Allison Cox Foundation Director “The Spring Luncheon has always been a popular […]
Following the end of the 12 week pilot Food Recycler Program, program participants are reminded to complete the exit survey by this Friday, March 10, to help the town work toward expanding the landfill site and explore future waste diversion opportunities. A link has been sent to those program participants […]
On Friday, March 3, 2023, the Fort Frances Museum & Cultural Centre opened the solo exhibit Passionate For Hyperrealism by internationally acclaimed artist Cher Pruys. Located on the main floor of the Museum, the exhibit runs until May 31, 2023. Passionate For Hyperrealism is an impressive and rich offering showcasing […]
A first-hand account of what that means to someone in need It’s not always easy to chart the impact of a local charitable organization, but one surefire way to assess how it has served the community is to hear from one of the community members themselves. The Fort Frances Family […]
The Mental Health Remote Care Monitoring Program may be a new frontier in mental health support for the residents of Fort Frances. The program recently launched in February. Clients experiencing mild to moderate anxiety or depression can learn new wellness strategies through SeamlessMD, a patient engagement application designed for healthcare […]
As an organization grows, it’s only natural for it to begin to offer more services, and a local resident has taken on a charitable effort thats slots in perfectly with such an organization in town. Earlier this month, the Fort Frances Family Centre celebrated five years in service to those […]
(FORT FRANCES, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) want to remind members of the public to follow the rules set out by the Alcohol Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). The AGCO is responsible for regulating the alcohol, horse racing, and cannabis retail sector as well as administering charity lottery […]
The Northwest had less snowfall in February than normal, according to Environment Canada. Warning preparedness meteorologist Geoff Coulson said Kenora had 11.2 centimetres reported for the month, with the long-term average being 18.6 centimetres. “[There was] even less snow up in Sioux Lookout and the Dryden area, it came in […]
All the favourite events of SnOasis past were in fine form this past Saturday, March 4, 2023, for the celebrated event’s tenth anniversary, including the ever-popular (and delicious) bannock on a stick. While there was plenty to see and do at the Rainy Lake Square, this year’s SnOasis event also […]
