Local News from Across the Rainy River District
One thing we know about seniors is that they love to chat. Socializing never requires many resources or planning, but with COVID-19 even that has become a rare commodity. The pandemic has many senior citizens feeling isolated and lonely. Many feel forced to stay in and away from […]
There’s a brand new series of opportunities to hear from Indigenous voices and perspectives in town, and you are invited to listen. Seven Generations Education Institute (SGEI) began running a speaker series in January that focus on prominent Indigenous voices from a host of different backgrounds, experiences and professions. […]
The Riverside Healthcare Foundation will be continuing their 50/50 draw until at least October, with the possibility of an extension. Allison Cox, foundation director, said 50/50 has been an invaluable fundraiser because of the cancellation of live events due to COVID-19. “This was a really simple way for us […]
The Ontario government announced on Monday that the stay-at-home orders for most of the province will be extended, but the province will begin to transitioning back to a colour-coded shut down system to gradually reopen the economy. Lisa MacLeod, Ontario’s Minister of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries laid out […]
Peanut Butter, a gorgeous male brown tabby, was recently rescued from a feral cat colony of Rainy River, by Paws and Claws Canada. He’s loving his new life as a pampered pet, and is ready for adoption. To rescue more cats like Peanut Butter, Paws and Claws Canada is in […]
A local rescue group is hoping this year will see a sweet Valentine’s Day for little furballs in need. Paws and Claws Canada is asking people to open their hearts to rescue cats this Valentine’s Day and is seeking donations of food and supplies from caring individuals, as well […]
Dr. Kit Young Hoon, medical officer of health at the Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU), said they have received another shipment of the COVID-19 vaccine to complete the first doses for residents of long-term care homes and elder care homes in the area. Young Hoon adds that the shipment is […]
While businesses small and large will soon be up and running as we near closer to the end of the second lockdown, businesses along the border that rely on American tourists continue to suffer without a plan from provincial and federal government. Curtis Handberg, owner of Campbell’s Cabins, located […]
The Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) declares the Smooth Rock Falls Hospital Foundation and community member Trista Breton the official winners of The NOSM Trivia Challenge. The trivia contest ran from November 10, 2020 to January 12, 2021. Individuals across the country were invited to pick any Northern Ontario […]
New life is emerging from the frost at KJB Herefords, as calving season begins during a cold snap. Life finds a way, even in this weather. – Kim Jo Bliss photo
A new research project at Lakehead University announced on Feb. 4, could impact the mining industry in northern Ontario and globally. Greg Rickford, MPP for Rainy River, minister of energy northern development mines and minister of Indigenous affairs, Tim Hill, president and CEO of Impala Canada and Dr. Moira MacPherson, […]
Deputy Chief Chad Buist conducts a rapid test on Ed Carlson. Local paramedics are participating in a trial of the accuracy of the Panbio test kit. The test can deliver COVID results in as little as 15 minutes, but in undergoing the field test to see real life accuracy rates.
