Local News from Across the Rainy River District
The Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) announced on Thursday that all of the long-term care home residents in the region who are eligible and consenting have received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Dr. Kit Young Hoon, medical officer of health at the NWHU, said they received some additional […]
St. Mary’s Parish has been given the green light for an in-person Mass for Ash Wednesday. Mass begins at 6 p.m. Wednesday. COVID-19 observances will be in place, including masks and social distancing. Ash Wednesday begins the season of Lent for those who follow the Christian faith. The Northwestern Health […]
The sun rises on the baseball field welcoming yet another competitive bunch. Stakes are high, as the two teams get ready to play. Sports have a way of dividing people but in 1989, as Neil Whitefield looked across the baseball diamond and saw Shirley, who would end up being his […]
The Shevlin Wood yards project is moving ahead with the final presentation given from HTFC Planning and Design. Glen Manning, principal at HTFC, gave a presentation to council members on Monday to provide a final report on the work to be done. According to the report, this project is […]
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 […]
