Local News from Across the Rainy River District
Lenny and Bob Petkau work for their dad Henry in the bush near Atikokan. This Friday, they’ll be putting their skills to the test at the Emo Fair loggers competition. They’ve been competing since 2021, and last year, got to take on their cousins, Jorden and Julien. That meant there […]
Have you ever heard the roar of engines coming down the stretch? Have you felt the rumble under your feet? Had a moment that took your breath away all the way up in the stands? If you’ve never had the chance to experience any of these moments, or they sound […]
The 75th season of Muskie football starts Saturday, August 19 at Fort Frances High School (FFHS) with equipment fitting for new and returning players. Players should check the team Instagram page for more details and to book a fitting appointment. The season kicks off at 3 p.m. on Friday, September […]
Athletes who compete at the national level in their home countries can now apply to immigrate to Canada as self-employed persons. The program, which began in 2022, has some conditions attached to it, but it is open to athletes have taken part in athletics or cultural activities at a “world […]
The 75th season of Muskie football starts Saturday, August 19 at Fort Frances High School (FFHS) with equipment fitting for new and returning players. Players should check the team Instagram page for more details and to book a fitting appointment. The season kicks off at 3 p.m. on Friday, September […]
Ryan Allen helped co-ordinate an ice-fishing tournament for Mitaanjigamiing First Nation (MFN) last winter. The tournament was hosted virtually as anglers tallied their catches through the FishDonkey app. With over 100 people competing there, Allen says that gave him a lot of confidence for helping organize what is set to […]
No matter what your appetite for racing there was something for everyone at the Emo Speedway. Friday night saw action all night long and drivers of every discipline finding success. Some drivers were patient and methodical and waited for their moment to strike, while others chose to be more akin […]
The Superior International Junior Hockey League is announcing its 2023-24 regular season schedule as approved by its board of governors. The league’s 22nd season of competition will kick off on Friday, September 22, and for the first time, will include eight teams as the league welcomes the expansion Kenora Islanders. […]
September 22 @ Dryden September 23 @ Dryden September 29 vs Kam River October 6 vs Kam River October 7 vs Kam River October 13 @ Sioux Lookout October 14 @ Sioux Lookout October 20 @ Thunder Bay October 21 @ Thunder Bay October 27 vs Kenora October 28 vs […]
Do you have a spare room in your house you can offer to a young man coming to town to play hockey? The Fort Frances Lakers need you. The community-run team is looking for people to house players from September until as late as May depending on the team’s playoff […]
As we work through the dog days of summer and the evenings begin to cool off, the racing action is hot as ever at the Emo Speedway. Last Saturday’s action had something for everyone to root for, whether it was seeing your favourite weekend warriors leading the charge, seeing a […]
Rainy River District Mens Fastpitch playoffs got underway last night. These are the updated standings and stats after the final regular season games on Thursday, July 27, along with first-round playoff matchups. FINAL REGULAR SEASON STANDINGS 1. Frequency Hearing Stratton Eagles 12-3 .800 RF: 142 RA: 74 2. Sight […]
