the NHU We all know about the health consequences of tobacco use–but did you know that workplaces also suffer when they employ smokers? Each smoker in the workplace costs their employer $3,396 per year in decreased productivity, increased absenteeism, increased insurance premiums, and additional expenses to maintain outdoor smoking areas. […]
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the MNR A Kaministiquia-based business has been convicted of illegally-building on Crown land. Seargeant Picard Inc. was convicted of building on Crown land without a permit and fined $26,000. Court heard that in 2007, Seargeant Picard Inc. was contracted to design and build a home and outbuildings on Shebandowan Lake, […]
Zoey Duncan A constituency assistant to Howard Hampton has been tabbed to replace the longtime MPP as the NDP candidate for Kenora-Rainy River in the Oct. 6 provincial election. Sarah Campbell beat out Kenora workers’ rights lawyer Robert Sinding in a series of nomination meetings across the riding that culminated […]
Duane Hicks Fort Frances delegates will bring up local concerns with various ministers next week when they head to London for the annual conference of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario. Mayor Roy Avis, Coun. Paul Ryan, and CAO Mark McCaig will be at the conference from Aug. 21-24 which, […]
Zoey Duncan The Rainy River District Women’s Shelter of Hope will lose a longtime volunteer from its board this year but Cecile Davidson is being honoured with an award for her two decades of service. She will receive the 2011 Ontario Non-Profit Housing Association’s 20 Years of Distinguished Service Recognition […]
Heather Latter District schools will be able to sustain “Rachel’s Challenge” beyond the initial presentations set for Sept. 28-30 thanks to additional contributions from local groups and organizations. Steve Latimer, youth justice co-ordinator with the United Native Friendship Centre here, originally was seeking funds to bring the presentation to the […]
Peggy Revell A green thumb, a keen eye, and lots of practice. That’s the best formula for creating flower arrangements like local gardener Astrid Sobkowicz. “It’s a form of bringing out your artistic ability if you have any,” she explained. Strictly self-taught, Sobkowicz often can be seen working busily alongside […]
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District horse owners had the chance to learn more about the health of their animals during a clinic held at Wieringa’s arena in Emo on Saturday. Speakers included Dr. Glenn Bailey, of CHIROCARE Health Centre in Winnipeg, Christine Tomlin, of Roadtrimmers Barefoot Hoofcare, and Jo Woolsey, an equine nutrition consultant […]
Duane Hicks The Fort Frances Library Technology Centre and Rainy River Public Library are on the lookout for a technology co-ordinator for the remaining 10 months of a two-year contract. Raj Sritharan, who started here last July after moving from London, Ont., will be leaving the position Aug. 30 in […]
Zoey Duncan FORT FRANCES—In a roomful of supporters with her name pinned to their chests, Sarah Campbell on Monday night was chosen to carry the NDP banner in Kenora-Rainy River riding for the Oct. 6 provincial election. It was the final night of speeches from Campbell and fellow candidate Robert […]
Staff Firefighters continue to make good progress on the regional fire scene. In fact, the number of active fires has dropped since yesterday, with a total of 87 blazes as of this morning. That number was 110 as of yesterday morning—a difference of 23 blazes. The 87 fires include three […]
the OPP The OPP Underwater Search and Recovery Unit will be in Kenora today to assist with a search for a missing person on Shoal Lake. Lucas Janz, 28, of Winnipeg was reported missing Sunday. He had gone swimming at the camp on Galt Island early that morning and has […]
