Local News

The theme for Paramedic Services Week this year is “Help us, help you” to that end, the Rainy River Association of Professional Paramedics has posted a few tips on their facebook page. If you should ever need to avail of paramedic services here is some advice from your local paramedics. […]

There have recently been some concerns around whether by-law officers have been doing their jobs, last Friday the Town of Fort Frances posted a press release to clarify what the duties of by-law officers are when it comes to animal control and other concerns in the community. The release was […]

On May 9 Thunder Bay-Rainy River MP Marcus Powlowski sent a letter to four cabinet ministers whose portfolios are applicable to the Fort Frances-International Falls Bridge situation. Powlowski wrote informing them of the plight of his constituents who are inconvenienced by the increased price of bridge tolls and the oncoming […]

After almost 30 years as an officer with both Sea and Air Cadets in the Rainy River District, Navy Lieutenant Terry Newman oversaw his last parade on April 24. Lt. Newman moved to the district in 1987 and became involved with cadets in 1994, and became an officer in ‘95. […]

Get your shoes tied up and stretch those hammies, it’s time once again to walk to help fight back against Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia. The Alzheimer Society of Canada’s IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s is ready to run this Saturday, May 25, 2024, and the Alzheimer […]

Public facilities in Fort Frances are being improved as part of the town’s new Recreation Master Plan. There is a focus on inclusivity, diversity, equality, and accessibility to allow everyone in the community to feel welcome to use the town’s recreation facilities. “We have been working with ensuring that our […]

One person is facing charges following an investigation into reports of a dog owner causing unnecessary pain and suffering towards a dog at a residence in Fort Frances. On May 8, 2024, at approximately 5:00 p.m., members of the Rainy River District Detachment (Fort Frances) of the Ontario Provincial Police […]

Time is nearly up to buy tickets for the Mill Alumni Banquet, which will take place May 29. The final deadline to buy tickets is tomorrow, May 22. Ticket sales were extended to allow Alumni with previous scheduling issues to still join in! The 12th annual Mill Alumni Banquet will […]

A group of residents in Walleye trailer park have taken animal welfare into their own hands, and are welcoming donations from the public to help care for animals rescued. Julie Fedorak, a resident in the park, is collecting items for a group of three dogs, and a cat family with […]

While the first splash was held at the tail-end of last summer and the spray park opened for Labour Day weekend, a grand opening will take place at the end of June. Interim CAO for the Town of Fort Frances and Make a Big Splash Fort Frances committee member Travis […]