Local News from Across the Rainy River District
Fort Frances Councillor David Kircher has resigned his seat at the council table, following an integrity Commissioner report criticizing his actions. At Monday night’s regular council meeting, integrity commissioner David G. Boghosian gave a verbal synopsis of his report. He had been directed to investigate claims against Kircher by Mayor […]
The estate of Hermina Fletcher, the victim of convicted nurse Lindsey Coyle, was awarded damages and costs to the tune of $130,000. Fletcher’s son Melvin and granddaughter Melissa were part of the lawsuit, represented by Douglas Judson of Judson Howie LLP. According to a release from Judson Howie, Regional Senior […]
It was months of recesses and lunch breaks spent working but last week the cast and crew of Frozen JR. made up of students from grades three to eight and several staff put off a much lauded production of the musical based on the hit animated movie. “We started this […]
Split the Pot Lottery returns with bigger prizes to win in support of Ontario hospitals! Split the Pot Lottery is back, and it’s bigger and better than before with larger early reward prizes and more hospital partners, including Riverside Foundation for Health Care. From May 9 to June 20, this […]
Theatre fans have had a chock-full year so far, and there’s plenty more laughter to come as a local playwright has her work return to the stage for a final run. Tracy Gibson is a local writer who has produced several of her own plays over the years, calling in […]
Now more than ever gardeners have choices when it comes to helping to keep pesky weeds and annoying pests out of their beloved gardens. There are myriad commercially available aids that will help to ensure the only things in your precious vegetable patch are the delicious veggies that are supposed […]
It doesn’t take a lot of extra water coming down to begin to make some big problems, especially if your home’s gutters and downspouts aren’t up to the task. Gutter systems help tackle rainfall and divert it away from your home. Gutters collect rainwater, which then flows along the path […]
Choosing the right flooring for wet areas like bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, and basements is essential to prevent water damage, ensure safety, and maintain durability. The best flooring options for wet areas are those that are water-resistant or waterproof, easy to clean, and capable of withstanding moisture without warping, buckling, […]
As Canadians know all too well, winter weather can put heating systems to the test. The problem of finding an energy efficient way to heat and cool our homes requires a uniquely northern solution. One popular heating solution that has gained traction in recent years is the heat pump, which […]
Appliances are some of the most valuable contents of your home. If you don’t keep them well-maintained, you end up spending more time and money on repairs. Appliances like your stove, refrigerator, dishwasher and washer and dryer are used in everyday life and we end up losing out considerably when […]
With the economy in its current state everybody is looking at their budgets for ways to cut back on spending, while you don’t want to skimp on home insurance, there may be areas where you can save. John Homer is the managing partner at Causeway Insurance in Fort Frances. He […]
Most owners tend to think of their attic as bonus storage space, if they think of it at all, but any contractor will tell you the attic is a key component of your home that can leave you in perfect bliss, or cause you all sorts of troubles, depending on […]
