Streaming services make great movie nights at home. Disney+ – Onward – PGThe latest from Disney and Pixar, Onward follows teenage elf brothers Ian (Tom Holland) and Barley (Chris Pratt) who embark on a magical quest to spend one more day with their late father. Like any good adventure, their […]
Local News
Ken Kellar
With the town of Fort Frances continuing to be under emergency measures in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Mayor June Caul and Town of Fort Frances CAO took a moment during last Monday’s council meeting to explain just what that means. Prompted by a question from Councillor Doug Judson, who […]
Staff
It’s safe to go outside. But keep your distance. That’s the message from Acting Medical Officer of Health Dr. Ian Gemmill. As the weather warms up, and kids have energy to spare, the great outdoors can be a safe and healthy place to be, as long as social distancing guidelines […]
Tonight will be partly cloudy with a chance of showers and a low of -2 C (28 F). Tomorrow will be sunny with a chance of rain showers or flurries overnight and a high of 15 (59) with a low of zero (32). Saturday will bring a mix of sun […]
Tonight will be partly cloudy with a chance of flurries and a low of -2 C (28 F). Tomorrow will see a chance of rain showers or flurries throughout the day and overnight with a high of 13 (55) and a low of zero (32). Friday will see continued chances […]
Jamie Mountain
With all of the precautions set in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some grocery stores in the Rainy River District are helping to alleviate some of the stresses of social distancing by offering delivery and curbside pick-up services. In Fort Frances, Einar’s Foods currently offers both delivery and curbside […]
Press Release
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, Riverside Health Care and the Riverside Foundation for Health Care have been overwhelmed by messages of thanks and support from our community. Together we wish to thank the many individuals, businesses and organizations who have come forward to offer their help and support […]
Editor
Megan Walchuk
Megan Walchuk
With Ontario’s top doctors announcing that the province’s curve has crested, speculation has begun about whether restrictions can ease, and what that may look like. But local officials feel caution is still the best path. Now is not the time to become complacent, according to Marcus Powlowski, MP for Thunder […]
Press Release
Juno Award Nominee, and Canadian children’s recording artist, Mary Lambert, is looking for help from Canadians to create a new music video. During this time when we are in our homes, Lambert thought this would be a great project for families to do together. Lambert has created a contest where […]
Francis Kavenaugh
Grand Chief, Grand Council of Treaty 3
Grand Chief, Grand Council of Treaty 3
On behalf of the Anishinaabe Nation in Treaty 3 and the Grand Council, I am requesting that April 23, 2020 be recognized as a National Day of Prayer. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted all people across Mother Earth and in these dire times our prayers and ceremonies can be a […]
Press Release
As the safety and well-being of our residents, staff, physicians and the community is our top priority, Riverside is following the directives from the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care and introducing additional restrictions at all of our long-term care sites. To reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission we are […]
Jamie Mountain
The United Native Friendship Centre has announced that it has reached a collaborative arrangement with the owners of the former pulp and paper mill properties in Fort Frances, Riversedge Developments, to acquire the building and property located at 427 Mowat Avenue. “We’re so pleased with the acquisition of 427 Mowat […]
