With autumn in full swing and temperatures dropping, the number of bears reported in town continues to decline, bylaw enforcement officer Dave Egan said this morning. “This week, we’ve had one or two sightings per day, [and] most have happened through the night,” he noted. “But it’s now becoming ‘bear-able. […]
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The town’s “Citizen of the Year” selection committee is asking the public to start thinking about individuals who have made a difference in our community and nominate them for the award, which is being given out for the 18th time this year. Nomination forms are now available at the information […]
For many of you, this is probably the first time you have heard of this disease, even though it’s estimated that one in 133 persons are suffering from it. The root of this disease is gluten, which is a protein found in wheat, rye, barley, and oats—yes, the foods we […]
Methane gas derived from dairy manure offers a substitute for natural gas that can power motor vehicles, according to a study released by a collaboration of energy, dairy, and environmental groups. Known as biomethane, the gas is entirely renewable and environmentally-friendly—and can be produced locally. The new study, “Biomethane from […]
The Ministry of Labour has been active in Rainy River District recently. It has been conducting on-site inspections, as well as corresponding with forestry operators explaining training and certification requirements. During on-site inspections, the ministry has been asking for proof of training. Failure to provide the required documentation could result […]
Buchanan Forest Products Ltd. has been found guilty of building an unauthorized road through a moose habitat corridor. The Thunder Bay company, convicted of two charges of failing to comply with an approved annual work schedule under the Crown Forest Sustainability Act, faces sentencing next month. Court heard that in […]
While the holiday season is still more than two-and-a-half months away, Diane Maxey already is getting ready for the annual Christmas cantata here. Maxey, who has conducted cantatas locally for more than a dozen years, said yesterday a “listening session” is planned for Monday, Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. in […]
Sixty years is a long time to dedicate to any cause. Owen Lindsay of Atikokan has dedicated more than 60 years to democratic socialism in Canada, and was honoured for his efforts at a tribute supper Saturday night at the Ukrainian Hall here. “I’m overwhelmed,” he said in an interview […]
Phase II of the work on the new Kiwanis skate park, which began last Wednesday, should be wrapped up by this weekend. “They’ve got to do grouting all week,” noted committee chairman Rob Tovey. “It depends on the weather. If the weather stays like it is, they won’t get done. […]
The doors at a longtime Scott Street landmark have been closed, at least for the time being. Fort Frances OPP officers arrested the owner of the Rainy Lake Hotel on Tuesday on a warrant of committal, issued by the Superior Court of Justice. Ladislav “Larry” Syrovy, 47, was taken to […]
A proposal from the Group Health Association to take over management of the Fort Frances Clinic may be the last chance to cure the physician shortage in town. That’s why it’s very important for the public to come out to a meeting slated next Wednesday (Oct. 12) at 7 p.m. […]
In an effort to meet the need for personal support workers at Rainycrest Home for the Aged, as well as address a general lack of qualified people in that field, Rainycrest and Confederation College teamed up this past spring to offer an accelerated version of the PSW program here. Last […]
