Submitted byBorderland Pride July 9-15 is “Pride Week” in Rainy River District and Koochiching County. This week marks the first time our region will come together to recognize and affirm that the diversity of sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression is a positive contribution to our communities, workplaces, and […]
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Duane Hicks The reconstruction of the sidewalks on the 300 block of Scott Street will take place later this year. Town council last night awarded the tender to Makkinga Contracting and Equipment Rentals for a total price of $408,434, plus applicable taxes and including a $15,000 contingency. The job will […]
Duane Hicks Parking meters at the rear of the new Rainy Lake Square are a step closer to reality. Town council will be presented with a recommendation at its regular meeting tonight to approve a parking rate of $1.25/hour for the meters, as well as to direct administration to draft […]
Staff The Community Living Fort Frances and District open air art studio is returning for a second year, with the first session set for this Monday (July 9). The studio will be held from 3-7 p.m. at the Rainy Lake Square, with participants making “Pride” flags and ribbon wands in […]
Duane Hicks Coun. June Caul has joined the race for mayor of Fort Frances in the upcoming municipal election. Coun. Caul, who filed her nomination yesterday afternoon at the Civic Centre, said she’s worked hard and learned a lot in the last four years, and it’s time to make a […]
A story in yesterday’s Times on the “Castin’ For Cash” bass tournament at Lake Despair Lodge incorrectly stated a potluck supper was planned for Friday starting at 5:30 p.m. In fact, it will be a roast pork supper, with tickets costing $12/person. The Times regrets any confusion or inconvenience this […]
Press Release The Northwestern Health Unit has released its annual public health report card. Dr. Kit Young-Hoon, the medical officer of health for Northwestern Ontario, said the most recent report card is focusing on two central themes: health equity and community engagement. “It is estimated that about 50 percent of […]
Sam Odrowski Kenora-Rainy River MPP Greg Rickford will be responsible for three portfolios in Premier Doug Ford’s cabinet after being named the minister for energy, northern development and mines, and indigenous affairs. He was sworn in Friday morning along with the 20 other members of cabinet, which is down eight […]
Duane Hicks Coun. Ken Perry is running for mayor in the Oct. 22 municipal election here in Fort Frances. “I want to continue things the way they’re going and I think I am the one to do it,” said Coun. Perry, who first was elected to council in a 2008 […]
Every year, local non-profit groups and organizations receive thousands of dollars to fund various programs and activities aimed at supporting the social, economical, physical, and intellectual well-being of children and their families. This is facilitated through the Winnipeg Foundation’s Moffat Fund, which donates tens of thousands of dollars to 12 […]
In 1857, the Gradual Civilization Act was passed to assimilate Indians. It was the objective of both missionaries and government to assimilate aboriginal children into mainstream society. By 1910, attendance at a residential school was compulsory for all aboriginal children between the ages of seven and 15. Roughly 150,000 children […]
Press Release The second barn concert of the season at Cornell Farms will be Pat Temple and the HiLO Players on Thursday, July 12 beginning at 7:30 p.m. Temple is well-known for his “Americana” music, where western swing meets hillbilly jazz. He is a mainstay on the Canadian music scene, […]
