the MNR There currently are six active fires in the Northwest Region, five of which are “being observed” and one new blaze. The new fire started in Webequie near the dump, and was 0.1 ha in size. No problems were anticipated, and it was expected to be called out by […]
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Press Release In May, Canada Border Services Agency officers at the Fort Frances port of entry processed 104,259 travellers in 57,478 vehicles, which represents a four percent increase in travellers and a three percent increase in vehicles from May, 2013. More than 145 international travellers entered by bus. Officers at […]
It was a Happy Canada Day for Railee Jodoin of Pinewood, who won the $1,000 up for grabs July 1 in the Rainy River District Mutual Aid Association’s weekly cash calendar draw. Winning $100 for June 30 and July 1, respectively, were H.D. Manaigre (Ignace) and Tim Rud (International Falls). […]
the MNR No new forest fires were reported in the Northwest Region by yesterday evening. Clearing weather will result in a “moderate” forest fire hazard in the south, a “moderate-high” hazard in the north, and a “high-extreme” hazard in the northeastern sector of Nipigon District, which has seen less rain […]
There is a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms tonight, with an overnight low of 16 C (61 F). Look for south winds at five-10 m.p.h. Tomorrow will see a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Expect a high of 26 […]
the MNR The Ministry of Natural Resources (Fort Frances District) is reminding area residents that a flood warning remains in effect for the Atikokan, Fort Frances, and Rainy River areas. Recent rainfall has resulted in very high inflow conditions throughout all watersheds within the district, including the Seine River, Atikokan […]
Staff A battle for local singing supremacy will be renewed at “Quest for the Best” here July 25. The popular annual event, once again being held in conjunction with the Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship, has been a success since its inception in 1995, having drawn crowds of nearly 2,000 […]
Duane Hicks As if dealing with the flood threat wasn’t bad enough, the forest tent caterpillar population is on the rise—although whether the Fort Frances area ends up seeing a full-on invasion remains to be seen. The beginning of the outbreak here is on schedule with the 10- to 12-year […]
Haley Anderson If you walk along the 100 block of Scott Street on any given morning, you’re bound to see dozens of people stepping into “From the Grind Up.” However, in the coming weeks, the quaint coffee shop also will be in the business of helping patrons wind down in […]
Duane Hicks There’s definitely a will. Now they’ll have to find out if there’s a way. A cross-border task force will put together a business plan for a pilot program so International Falls area residents might be able to access renal dialysis treatment at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences […]
Staff The Rainy River Future Development Corp. will hold its annual general meeting tonight—and the public is invited to attend. The meeting is set for 7 p.m. at the Copper River Inn here. Geoff Gillon, Regional Economic Developer/Manager of Client Services, said no major topics are on the agenda, but […]
Staff Cornshed, a Vancouver-based band featuring three performers formerly from this area, and local musician Ben Sletmoen are just two of the acts that will take to the stage at the inaugural “Harmony of Nations” Music Festival here next weekend. Other performers scheduled for opening night (July 18) include Sierra […]
