Local News from Across the Rainy River District
Registration for the 82nd Rainy River District festival of the Performing Arts is now open, and those performers in the district who are looking to show off their stuff are invited to apply. Scheduled to run from Thursday, April 4, 2024, to Thursday, April 18, 2024, the Festival is once […]
While the pool is currently closed, residents of the Town of Fort Frances will have noticed that there have been additions to the offerings from the Town’s recreation department to help offset the missing aquatics programs. These programs are, in-part, a product of the work of the Town’s new Recreation […]
There are many challenges that come with managing personal finances, many of which are exacerbated in an economic climate that sees costs of living rise while pay remains well behind, and for those living with a condition that can make focus difficult to come by even at the best of […]
If you’re looking to start your retirement planning early, getting into the habits of saving are imperative according to one local financial planner. Rob Georgeson is a Certified Financial Planner with IG Wealth Management. He says that the mechanisms available for saving in Canada have different benefits. “When I have […]
If you’re considering selling your home in the near future, you may have wondered whether renovations are needed before your home goes on the market. And if yes, how much should you invest and what type of remodeling will get your investment back? Caryn Myers, sales representative at RE/MAX NorthWest […]
We all know we should build a rainy day nest egg. We’ve all heard the advice – pay yourself first, put away a little every week, make a budget. But with today’s inflated costs for food, gas and housing – and wages that just aren’t keeping pace – the rainy […]
Riverside Health Care, in conjunction with the Northwestern Public Health Unit, has confirmed an end to the Respiratory Outbreak initially declared at Rainycrest Long Term Care Home on January 20, 2024. Visitor restrictions and masking protocols are no longer required; however, Riverside urges all visitors to conduct a self-screening before […]
Tonight will see clearing skies and a low of -5 C (23 F). Tomorrow will be cloudy throughout the day with periods of rain or snow overnight and a high of 5 (41) with a low of 2 (36). Thursday will see cloudy skies with periods of rain or snow […]
The Fort Frances Museum and Cultural Centre has lots of upcoming programming and events for the upcoming months. Starting next week on Feb. 8, the museum is launching Coffee, Tea and History. Sam Manty is the museum’s Program Director. “This is a program geared towards seniors, and also history buffs,” […]
Tonight will be partly cloudy with a low of -6 C (21 F). Tomorrow will see a mix of sun and cloud during the day, becoming clear overnight with a high of 3 (37) and a low of -4 (25). Saturday will be cloudy throughout the day and overnight with […]
Since starting as the new Economic Development Officer for the Town of Fort Frances in November, Martin Chitohwa has settled in and is learning about what the town and region has to offer. Chitohwa comes to Fort Frances with a long career in development both in Canada and overseas. He […]
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 54 in Rainy River successfully reached fundraising goals and was able to pay a Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) Loan that will keep their doors open. Debbie Wagner, wife of Waltner Wagner who is president of the Legion, posted on Facebook to announce the good […]
