Local News from Across the Rainy River District
While caregivers are dedicated to their loved ones who experience health challenges as they grow older, many caregivers themselves face challenges with their own physical and mental health. For those struggling or looking for a listening ear, organizations like the Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) are there to help. Founded in […]
As the economy flags, and the Canadian dollar affords shoppers less and less, the price of groceries has gone through the roof but maintaining a healthy diet doesn’t need to break the bank. Ian McKay is a nutritionist and owner of Reflexion Studio in Fort Frances, he says processed foods […]
Fort Frances Dental Centre underscores the importance of oral health According to Sarah Wreggitt, Dental Hygienist and Office Manager of Fort Frances Dental Centre, the importance of dental procedures, check-ups and cleanings is not only related to oral health. Moreover, she explained the link between oral health and heart disease, […]
At a time when frigid weather and cold/flu season make the thought of venturing out of doors an inconvenience for some and a danger to others, one local entrepreneur is hoping to bring the warmth of a cup of tea and a good conversation to people where they are at. […]
“Self-sabotage is when we say we want something and then go about making sure it doesn’t happen.” Alyce Cornyn-Selby It’s that time of year—late January. We are deep in the midst of winter with the end of it quite far off, and we are at the time when most New […]
These are some stressful times – and it’s not just from what’s going on in the world. Our bodies are under constant attack, from the stress caused by viruses and pollution, to poor sleeping and eating habits. Misty River Alternatives in Emo has a few tools that can help our […]
Since 2021 Riverside Health Care has offered patients without other means of transport, the opportunity to avail of its Medically Stable Patient Transport (MSPT) service. David Black is the Director of Community Services for Riverside Health Care he says that the organization acknowledges the difficulties that some Rainy River District […]
(FORT FRANCES , ON) – Rainy River District Detachment (Fort Frances) of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested three individuals following an investigation of a Break and Enter into a residence. On January 26, 2025, just after 01:00 a.m. members of the Rainy River District Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police […]
Tonight will be cloudy with flurries ending late this evening and a low of -13 C (9 F). Tomorrow will be sunny but see increasing cloudiness in the afternoon before becoming cloudy with flurries overnight and a high of -7 (19) with a low of -10 (14). Thursday will bring […]
Those used Scott St. this week in the evening during the extreme cold temperatures the region experienced will have been subject to flickering of the new street lights installed in December. Operations and Facilities Manager Travis Rob says that in the transition to LED lighting, the aesthetic was considered over […]
In a Facebook post Monday the Town of Fort Frances announced that it is partnering with the Electronic Products Recycling Association (EPRA) to offer electronics recycling in Fort Frances. Manager of operations and facilities for the Town of Fort Frances Travis Rob says the partnership was an idea that came […]
The Town of Fort Frances is currently looking into the feasibility of accepting international waste from Koochiching County into its aging landfill site. During last Monday night’s meeting of town council, discussion turned to an administrative report from the town’s operations and facilities division which suggested Fort Frances begin looking […]
