Press Release One new fire was reported in the Northwest Region by yesterday evening. Red Lake District Fire #25 was classed as “not under control” at 6.0 hectares in size. Located about 55 km northeast of Red Lake, air attack was ongoing as of yesterday evening. The other fire currently […]
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Press Release The Kenora OPP is continuing its investigation into a boating mishap Saturday that claimed the lives of two U.S. The victims were identified as Robert Foster, 71, of Frankfort, Mich. and 71-year-old James Seney of Sylvania, Ohio. A 62-year-old Kenora man remained in hospital in Winnipeg in stable […]
Staff Hydro One is planning a three-hour power outage tomorrow (June 5) for 517 customers west of Fort Frances. The outage is scheduled to last from 8-11 a.m. Areas affected will include Crozier, Miscampbell, Burriss, Devlin, Rainy Lake 17AFN, Lake Despair, and Dance. Hydro One said the interruption is required […]
the OPP Two U.S. men are dead, and one Kenora man is listed in stable condition, after the boat they were in collided with shore in the Ash Bay area of Lake of the Woods on Saturday evening. The Kenora OPP Marine Unit is continuing to investigate the collision. The […]
Staff Recent warm weather continues to keep the forest fire hazard in the “moderate to high” range across most of the Northwest Region. Fire personnel are reminding the public that safe burning guidelines for outdoor fires must be followed, as set out in the Forest Fires Prevention Act of Ontario. […]
Staff The local “Relay for Life” would not be the success it is if not for the hard work of volunteers who turn out every year to help with both set-up and clean-up. There always is a lot to do for anyone who would like to come out and help […]
Heather Latter Members of the local Kiwanis Club were treated to a special visit by Cory Johnson, Governor of Western Canada District, who spoke during last night’s meeting about turning disabilities into possibilities. Over the years, Johnson has had many obstacles to overcome. He was born with cerebral palsy and […]
Press Release The producers at the Clover Valley Farmers’ Market here are pleased to offer the district’s best selection of healthy local alternatives for your dinner plate. Are you knowledgeable of the nutritional foods available in your community? Start by familiarizing yourself this Saturday at the market. The best way […]
Heather Latter The Town of Fort Frances will pursue an annual agreement with the Ministry of Natural Resources to undertake nuisance bear management within town limits in order to protect the health and safety of all residents. At its regular meeting Monday night, council approved the report by Planning and […]
Sarah Pruys The Ainsworth mill in Barwick celebrated being “One Year Recordable Free” yesterday—something the workers are very proud of. On March 14, the mill officially went one year without having any injuries occur. This was not only impressive for the local mill, but also for the Ainsworth company. The […]
Sarah Pruys The annual Young Women’s Conference was held this past weekend at Sunny Cove Camp, just east of Fort Frances. Thirty-eight girls in Grades 7-12, from both the Rainy River District School Board and the Northwest Catholic School Board, came together to celebrate their differences, make new friends, and […]
Press Release The federal government last week announced new funding to support youth in the Rainy River District to help them gain the knowledge they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Kenora MP Greg Rickford for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency […]
