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The Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) and Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (the Hospital) have renewed their affiliation agreement for the benefit of learners, scientists, as well as patients and their care partners in Northern Ontario. The agreement aligns and strengthens academic work in clinical settings and enhances […]

Stratton, the little town with a huge personality. As the old slogan goes, “You’ll have a hoot in Hooterville”. I’ve lived in Stratton my whole life, and the community has shaped me greatly. From the league night curlers, to the coffee crowd at the café, I consider all of them […]

September 28th is the day that we remember the British Home Children. Sadly, you probably didn’t know that. My name is Madison Anderson, and I would like to educate people on this tragic event in Canadian history that has not gotten the recognition it deserves. The British Home Children was a child […]

The Rainy River Agricultural Fair might be cancelled, but the Fair Queen Contest is in full swing. Seven young women have put their names in the ring for the chance to be crowned this year’s Fair Queen. Group activities have given way to a more socially distant competition. Participants have […]

Hello! My name is Taya Hagarty, I am 17 years old and currently live in Rainy River with my mom, Shannon Hagarty, and dog, Schatzy. I am heading into my senior year of high school at Rainy River High School and have plans to continue to University to pursue a […]

Hi, my name is Taryn McQuaker. I am 15 years old and going into grade 10 at FFHS this fall. I live in Emo with my parents Shane and Rachel McQuaker and my three siblings, Taylor, Rylan & Alia. During my free-time I enjoy penny boarding, swimming, horse riding, sleeping, […]

Hi, my name is Raelle Redford I am 15 years old, I go to the Fort Frances high school and I will be going into Grade 10 this upcoming fall. I live in Emo Ontario with my parents, Mike and Marni Redford I also have an older sister Rylee Redford […]

Hi! My name is Micaela Jolicouer. I am 17 years old and going into grade 12 at Rainy River High School in the fall. I am involved in many extra curricular activities including volleyball, basketball, curling, badminton, soccer and student council. I live in Stratton, Ontario and am the daughter […]

Hello, my name is Madison Anderson and I will be running for Emo Fair Queen this year! I am 15 and am entering Grade 10 at Fort Frances High School this fall. I really enjoy being a part of the Musical Review and I take signing lessons on my free […]

Hi, my name is Cheyenne Chambers. I am 17 years old and I will be attending Grade 12 at Fort Frances High School next fall. I grew up in Atikokan and moved to Fort Frances 10 years ago. My parents are Dorion Chambers and Dave Hanson, I have two siblings Elias […]

We all have mental health and it is just as important as our physical health. I find there is a lot of stigma and misconceptions about mental health. Looking after our mental health and wellness is important, especially right now during a pandemic. We can find ways to help others […]