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She knew from a very young age that she wanted to have a job with an element of excitement and where she could help people daily.  It was because of a summer job at the OPP regional headquarters in Thunder Bay that Sgt. Ann McEwen found her true calling and […]

She has made history by being the first student trustee to serve for two terms on the Rainy River District School Board (RRDSB). At just 17 years old, Olivia Kreger is a leader who takes pride in what she does, from community work to sitting on the board and representing […]

If you are unsure of what path to take to better prepare you for a career, the Rainy River District School Board offers a variety of programs to students in order to help them make informed decisions about their futures. The Pathways Planning stream gives students the chance to get […]

After a thorough search, which was directed by Mayor and Council, and led by the team from Western Management Consultants (WMC), the Corporation of the Town of Fort Frances is pleased to announce that Faisal Anwar has been selected as the Chief Administrative Officer. Coming most recently from Morden, Manitoba, […]

Nurses frustrated by a cap in wage increas- es, and diminished bargaining power; union anticipates exodus of nurses A rally was held yesterday morning in front of La Verendrye General Hospital in Fort Frances in order to protest against wage cuts. This comes after Ontario Premier Doug Ford passed a […]

When I visit the farms now I take for granted the conveniences and equipment that make work faster and easier. This hot dry weather though reminds me of another thing that is very different. That is turning on a tap indoors or out and having water gush out. Every drop […]

Tour de Fort is back! Eighteen long months after the COVID-19 pandemic forced the cancellation of public gatherings, Tour de Fort (www.tourdefort.com) is thrilled to announce the return of touring acts to the Rainy River District with the generous support of Heritage Canada. On Saturday, August 14th, join us for […]

Self-care is often categorized under the likes of facial treatments or a massage, but for Jessica Marissen, 32, calligraphy is the best way to clear her head. As a busy mom of two young children, Marissen said practicing calligraphy and creating is something she makes a priority, to de-stress and […]

With the help form some dedicated young minds, summer programming at the Fort Frances Public Library and Technology Centre is coming back in full swing. With the province’s recent move to Step 3 of its reopening plan, the library has re-opened in a limited capacity, which means that programming can […]

The paper mill in Fort Frances has been under demolition for almost a year, beginning in the fall of 2020. Because the mill’s significance is carved in the memory of many Fort Frances residents, many hoped that a new owner would return it to a functioning pulp manufacturing business. However, […]