Local News from Across the Rainy River District
Are you interested in helping out Paws and Claws Fort Frances, either by becoming a cat foster or giving your time in other ways? Here’s what organizer Gord McCabe wants you to know. Anyone interested in becoming a foster for a rescue cat is really only asked to do […]
In the February 10 edition of the Fort Frances Times, we incorrectly identified the recipients of two bladder scanners purchased by the Riverside Foundation for Health Care from 50/50 lottery proceeds. The correct recipients are Rainycrest Long Term Care and La Verendrye Hospital. The Times apologizes for any inconvenience this […]
During last week’s budget meeting, the Fort Frances council approved a grant for the Meals on Wheels program valued at $11,000 to be used until June 2021. This grant will be paid on two instalments, $5,500 each. Last year, the Meals on Wheels program received $16,500 in grants from […]
It’s that time of year again where your craving for take-out pizzas mean supporting a good community cause. Like they have in years past, Boston Pizza Fort Frances will be offering heart-shaped pizzas for Valentine’s Day weekend, with an added bonus of proceeds from the sales going towards helping […]
Bail or Jail? You be the judge, and local food banks will benefit. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday February 12 and Saturday, February 13, Walmart will be raising bail money to fight hunger, though the store’s Fight Hunger Spark Change campaign. The fundraiser is a significant fundraiser for […]
Are you interested in helping out Paws and Claws Fort Frances, either by becoming a cat foster or giving your time in other ways? Here’s what organizer Gord McCabe wants you to know. Anyone interested in becoming a foster for a rescue cat is really only asked to do […]
One thing we know about seniors is that they love to chat. Socializing never requires many resources or planning, but with COVID-19 even that has become a rare commodity. The pandemic has many senior citizens feeling isolated and lonely. Many feel forced to stay in and away from […]
A local rescue group is hoping this year will see a sweet Valentine’s Day for little furballs in need. Paws and Claws Canada is asking people to open their hearts to rescue cats this Valentine’s Day and is seeking donations of food and supplies from caring individuals, as well […]
Dr. Kit Young Hoon, medical officer of health at the Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU), said they have received another shipment of the COVID-19 vaccine to complete the first doses for residents of long-term care homes and elder care homes in the area. Young Hoon adds that the shipment is […]
While businesses small and large will soon be up and running as we near closer to the end of the second lockdown, businesses along the border that rely on American tourists continue to suffer without a plan from provincial and federal government. Curtis Handberg, owner of Campbell’s Cabins, located […]
Frank Maraj, a teacher and a writer in the Rainy River District, just released his first novel. Titled “Snapshots of Life: The Story of Pinnie and Bella,” Maraj takes the readers on a journey to a fictional island. This is Maraj’s fourth book, but first fictional novel. His […]
During last week’s budget meeting, the Fort Frances council approved a tax increase of two per cent on residential properties to be levied on Fort Frances residents. This decision was not unanimous. Four councillors voted in favour of the two per cent tax increase while three others did not. […]
