Local News from Across the Rainy River District
A new speed sign will warn you when you breach the speed limit on second street and collect data on traffic habits in town. Holly Chant is a Health promoter with the Northwestern Health Unit and was key to getting the sign put in place. “We had the opportunity to […]
While the implementation of punishing U.S. tariffs was not a surprise to the Border Mayors Alliance, much as they hoped to avoid them, the group will continue to push to have Canada’s interests and economy protected while advocating for the border towns who stand to be deeply impacted, including Fort […]
In yesterday’s issue of the Fort Frances Bulletin, the address of a house that caught fire in the early morning was incorrectly listed as 710 Webster Avenue. In fact, the address of the house was 710 Wright Avenue. The Times apologizes for any confusion this may have caused. Additional information […]
Riverside Health Care, in conjunction with the Northwestern Public Health Unit, has declared an end to the Influenza A outbreak at La Verendrye General Hospital affecting the First Floor In-Patient Unit. Visitor and resident restrictions are no longer in place. We would like to remind everyone that we remain a […]
Tonight will see increasing cloudiness with a low of -14 C (7 F). Tomorrow will bring a mix of sun and cloud with a chance of flurries during the day becoming clear overnight with a high of -1 (30) and a low of -15 (5). Friday will see sunny skies […]
Tonight will be cloudy with a chance of flurries and a low of -7 C (19 F). Tomorrow will be mainly cloudy with a chance of flurries during the day before becoming clear overnight with a high of -2 (28) and a low of -15 (5). Thursday will be cloudy […]
It’s Elections Day in Ontario, and if you’re reading this before 8:00 p.m. Central Time on Thursday, February 27, 2025, you still have time to make your voice heard. Head down to the local voting location, which in Fort Frances this year will be the Fort Frances Public Library Technology […]
Riverside Health Care is pleased to announce a new same-day appointment option for community counselling services. This will provide flexible and accessible support for individuals aged 18 and older by providing a single-session conversation, virtually or in person, with a registered therapist. This initiative provides community members with timely access […]
As the U.S. Government continues to threaten tariffs against Canada, the local member of the Border Mayor’s Alliance says the group is still fighting to stand up for all border communities. Fort Frances mayor Andrew Hallikas is a member of the group that was formed in response to U.S. President […]
The Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre (FFPLTC) is recovering following the discovery of “extensive” water damage in the building. According to a social media post made to the FFPLTC’s Facebook page, staff discovered the water damage to the library when they entered the building for regular business on Monday […]
Beleaguered Sunny Cove Camp is once more the subject of discussion as the town looks at alternative directions the property could be taken. At last night’s meeting of town council, Rainy Lake property returned to the agenda. Since its shutdown during the COVID-19 pandemic, which has extended after significant structural […]
In Tuesday’s edition of the Fort Frances Bulletin, it was noted that advanced voting for the Ontario election was the be held at the Memorial Sports Centre from today until Saturday, February 22, 2025. This was based off information available on the Elections Ontario website at that time. Unfortunately, we […]
