Local News from Across the Rainy River District
As the field of candidates begins to grow, two 2018 candidates will not be seeking a seat in council chambers this year. The 2018 municipal election saw eight candidates run for the six councillor seats. The two candidates that did not make the cut were Harold Huntley with 1,228 votes, […]
Priorities for local MP include propping up the tourism industry, tackling the drug overdose crisis and recruiting more medical doctors As 2022 takes off in full swing, Thunder Bay-Rainy River MP Marcus Powlowski has several big-ticket items on his parliamentary plate that he’s keeping an eye on. In conversation with […]
Most people would be familiar with his unique voice, his humble demeanour and his involvement with several clubs and organizations in the community. A smile of happiness and gratitude tells the story of how Gordon McBride was able to garner the respect of an entire community. McBride, 91, hails from […]
Ski’s variety was the victim of a break and enter early Sunday morning, Fort Frances OPP announced Monday. According to the OPP lottery tickets, cigarettes, and cash, were among the things stolen. Ski’s owner Janice Neurinski says break-ins and robberies like this are hard on small businesses. “It’s frustrating for […]
Recent tragedies due to house fires show the importance of fire safety Last week (January 13, 2022), fire claimed the lives of three children ages 4, 6 and 9 in Sandy Lake First Nation … so many years of potential life lost! Also last week, one person died in a […]
An unfortunate accident on a camping trip that resulted in a back injury is the reason Kelsey Schmidt got interested in physiotherapy. “I was lifting a canoe onto my shoulders and I hurt my back,” Schmidt, a registered physiotherapist and part owner at Wright Physiotherapy in Fort Frances, said. “And […]
Local municipalities are planning to bring the urgent need for more physicians to the different levels of government, following talks at the Rainy River District Municipal Association (RRDMA) AGM on Saturday. “There is a critical need for physicians in the Rainy River district, specifically at the Rainy River Hospital,” said […]
The municipalities of the Rainy River District are calling on the government to ensure whoever takes control of the Fort Frances-International Falls Bridge in the future will keep it safe, up-to-date and open for use by the people of the region. The bridge was one part of the business session […]
The Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) fully supports the provincial decision to return to in-person classes. Dr. Kit Young Hoon, medical officer of health at the NWHU, said the benefits of increased learning far outweigh the risks at a population level. “Although the Omicron variant is highly transmissible, the risk of […]
The Town of Fort Frances council received a proposal from Bell Canada to erect a new 35 ft telecommunications tower at 238 Church St. Adam Fulford, project director, gave a presentation during last week’s Committee of the Whole council meeting on the project timeline and benefits. He said they are […]
Rain, snow, or sunshine, his unique and energetic voice is the first one many hear in the morning. But what do you know about Jonathan Price, the voice of 93.1 The Border’s Wake Up Borderland? Price has been a staple of the Fort Frances community since his arrival from Bolton, […]
A young family and nursing practice would be enough to keep someone busy. But not Ashley Cumming. She’s never been one to sit still for long, whether its in her academic, athletic, or professional life. The young mom of three has served the Rainy River District as a Registered Nurse […]
