To further protect privacy, Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) has recently changed the way positive test results for COVID-19 are reported. The work of public health is to protect the health of our communities. We do that in many ways, which includes providing people with information about possible risks to their […]
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Staff
Despite their high visibility gear, the Fort Frances chapter of the Bear Clan Patrol tends to fly under the radar. But the volunteer group has maintained a steady presence in our community for the past three years. “We’re here. We haven’t gone anywhere,” said organizer James Eastman. “We just want […]
Tonight will be partly cloudy with a low of 14 C (57 F). Tomorrow will be mainly sunny before clearing overnight with a high of 25 (77) and a low of 13 (55). Thursday will be sunny and clear with a high of 27 (81) and a low of 15 […]
Press Release
Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) will be requiring the use of masks or face coverings for anyone in an enclosed public space, beginning August 17, 2020. NWHU is requiring every business and organization that has an enclosed space accessible to the public to have a mandatory mask use policy. “Over the […]
Tonight will be partly cloudy with a chance of showers and the risk of a thunderstorm with a low of 16 C (61 F). Tomorrow will be mainly sunny during the day before clearing overnight with a high of 25 (77) and a low of 14 (57). Wednesday will be […]
Press Release
(FORT FRANCES, ON) – On July 23, 2020, officers of the Rainy River District Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a break, enter and theft at a local Fort Frances motel establishment. The owner of the business contacted police after returning to his workplace and discovered the […]
Staff
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced Executive Order 20-81, requiring Minnesotans to wear a face covering in all public indoor spaces and indoor businesses, unless they are alone. The mandate goes into effect on Saturday, July 25. The Thunder Bay District Health Unit adopted a similar policy, which will go into effect […]
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(FORT FRANCES, ON) – The OPP have made two arrests in connected to a rash of fentanyl overdoses in the region. On 16 July 2020, officers of the Fort Frances Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in conjunction with the North West Region Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau conducted a […]
Staff
COVID-19 has placed a heavy strain on many local businesses. To help keep the local economy afloat, the Rainy River Future Development Corporation is launching a webinar, to help business owners navigate emergency funding options available to them. The webinar is scheduled for Monday, July 27 from noon to 1 […]
With summer heat in full swing, and fewer air conditioned public spaces open, due to COVID-19, it’s important to know the risks of heat-related illness. The NWHU monitors temperatures throughout the summer and will issue a heat alert if the weather is greater than 29oC, or if the humidex is […]
Ken Kellar
A local committee is looking to work with an organization out of Winnipeg to bring affordable senior living to Fort Frances. At council’s regular meeting on July 13, mayor and councillors heard a presentation from Pete Sanderson and Dr. Norman Blackie from Widlake Properties Inc. on their work in getting […]
Merna Emara
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
A Paramedic Memorial Bell ceremony took place Friday afternoon at the paramedic ambulance base in Fort Frances, to honour the fallen paramedics on the line of duty. The Paramedic Memorial Bell is usually used in a ceremony at the start and finish of the Tour Paramedic Ride that occurs every […]
