Local News from Across the Rainy River District
The Northwest Catholic District School Board’s (TNCDSB) recently released annual mental health plan identifies four main areas that will guide the board’s student support going forward, a strategy that begins with establishing calm as its foundation. “This year we have four focus areas, which we’re calling calm, connection, communication and […]
For a town still feeling the loss of its paper mill more than a decade ago, the promise of new industry is tantalizing; 50 or more new jobs, a much-needed boost to the local economy, perhaps a stepping stone to attract new business or help those already here expand. According […]
Even though she once dreamed of being a nurse, a decision to combine two other passions made for a unique career path that has been anything but ordinary. Kathleen Lawrence, co-owner of Vintage Junky, once had dreams of being a nurse, but ultimately pivoted to hairdressing and selling vintage goods. […]
Tonight will be partly cloudy with a low of -4 C (25 F). Tomorrow will be mainly cloudy during the day with cloudy periods overnight and a high of 0 (32) with a low of -10 (14). Friday will bring a mix of sun and cloud during the day before […]
On Dec. 18, 2025, the The Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre (FFPLTC) announced that it has been reaccredited under the Ontario Public Library Guidelines, reaffirming the Library’s commitment to providing high-quality, accessible and up-to-date services to the community. According to a statement from FFPLTC CEO Nadine Cousineau, accreditation means […]
Robert Animikii Horton’s The Song of the Stars: Starry Skies, Anishinaabe Stories, Scientific Insights, and More! is a fresh and profoundly endearing perspective on the conflict and connection of science and spirituality. A Times columnist and award-winning Anishinaabe educator, sociologist and activist from Rainy River First Nations in Treaty #3 […]
Tonight will be cloudy with a chance of flurries and a low of -16 C (3 F). Tomorrow, New Year’s Eve, will see a mix of sun and cloud during the day before becoming clear overnight with a high of -16 (3) and a low of -23 (-9). New Year’s […]
By Times Staff Rainy River District OPP have a youth offender in custody following an arson investigation that resulted from a late night fire at the Fort Frances Canadian Tire store. In a post made to their Facebook page early this morning, Fort Frances Fire and Rescue Services noted that […]
Residents of Fort Frances might have noticed a somewhat-familiar character on the side of the water tower since the scaffolding has started to come down – a beaver with a paddle in hand clad in voyageur regalia, a new version of a well-known local mascot. As part of significant work […]
On Friday, staff at the Fort Frances Salvation Army took members of the media and invited guests behind the scenes to see how the Stuff A Cruiser event benefits local food banks. Salvation Army Fort Frances Corps officer Arthur Heathcoate said that the event helps local food banks get through […]
The Fort Frances Museum will be showcasing a law-enforcement-themed exhibit in the New Year, covering everything from the badges and uniforms of local officers to police equipment and court cases with over 100 years of history to draw from. Fort Frances Museum and Cultural Centre curator Lisa Hughes said the […]
Since not everyone has family or friends close at hand during the holiday season, a local organization is hosting a pair of events meant to bring people together. On Dec. 29 and 30 the Canadian Mental Health Association’s (CMHA) Fort Frances Branch will host A Celebration of the Winter Season […]
