Local News from Across the Rainy River District
The Town of Fort Frances households could have a new food recycling in-house option to get rid of their food waste. In a presentation received by council during last week’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Christina Zardo, manager at municipal solutions, and residential in-home waste diversion pilot program, said the […]
With 17.6 per cent, the COVID-19 positivity rate is decreasing in the Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) catchment area. That being said, Dr. Kit Young Hoon, medical officer of health at the NWHU, said the numbers are still higher than the province and that residents should be cautious with protection measures. […]
The weather of the last day or two might not feel like it, but believe it or not, spring has officially arrived. This winter was snowier than average, causing Fort Frances snow clearing crews some headaches. Manager of Operations and Facilities for the Town of Fort Frances, Travis Rob says […]
Tess Coish of Tess’s Kitchen is selling cheese perogies to raise donation money for Ukraine. Coish will donate $2 per dozen of sold perogies, with proceeds going to www.unitewithUkraine.com. She is hoping to raise $1,000. Pierogi orders can be placed right away because she always has them on hand. Perogies […]
The world has been watching with shock and concern since the February 24 invasion of Ukraine by Russian president Vladimir Putin. It is still going on today, with innocent civilians being injured and killed. Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy is being honoured as an excellent leader of the country, with a […]
I was fortunate to speak to Marcia and Don Zeleny. Marcia is 83 years old and Don is 85. The couple has been married for 27 years. They recently moved into a charming apartment at Flinder’s Place. They have a blended family of three children and four grandchildren. Both Don […]
Don Patrick is 55 years old and Don’s mother Olga is a vibrant Ukrainian lady. They both carry out the traditions of their Ukraine heritage. I know this to be true as Don and I have worked together and formed a great friendship over the years. I have learned much […]
My interviews continued with Lawrence Gushulak. He is a sincere, kind man. Lawrence’s voice was full of pride as he shared parts of his life with me. Lawrence is 84 years old, and was a popular barber in his day. Sadly, his wife Ilona passed in 2016. Lawrence has three […]
Bill Guhulak lives happily with his wife Mary Jane. They have two sons and two grandsons. Bill’s parents are Ilio and Mary (Melnychuk), both born in Manitoba. Bill’s maternal grandfather was Kostantyn “Jack” Melnychuk born in Ukraine. His maternal grandmother was Wasylka Bilon born in Manitoba. His paternal grandmother’s maiden […]
It’s been on the books for two years, but it’s finally time for another art show. The Fine Line Art Gallery located in downtown Fort Frances is accepting entries for its spring art show. Titled ‘Anything that Flies,’ the show is set run from April 25 until May 21, giving […]
Riverside Health Care in conjunction with the Northwestern Health Unit is pleased to declare the COVID-19 Outbreak at Rainycrest Long Term Care Home over. The outbreak at the home was initially declared on February 11, 2022. Riverside maintains to have our detailed safety procedures and infection prevention control practices in […]
The Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) region’s COVID-19 rates are starting to improve, even with the lifting of restrictions, however, our area’s case rate remains the highest in the province. We currently have a case rate of 294.3 per 100,000, compared to 75.0 per 100,000 provincially; and the local percent positivity […]
