Press Release More than a dozen new jobs are being created in the region, thanks to provincial funding. Yesterday, the provincial government announced $498,000 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) to help increase tourism, boost economic development and create 13 new jobs in the Kenora-Rainy River region. The […]
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Press Release TORONTO, July 21, 2020 – Hydro One will be hosting a virtual community engagement session on Thursday, July 30, to inform and gather community feedback on the draft Terms of Reference (ToR) for the Waasigan Transmission Line project. Developing the ToR is the first step in the Environmental […]
Merna Emara
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Hospital workers rallied on Friday afternoon in front of La Verendrye Hospital to protest Bill 195. Bill 195 was introduced in the legislature two weeks ago. It will extend the emergency order that was implemented as a result of COVID-19. This order gives employers the right to cancel or deny […]
Merna EmaraLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter Hospital workers throughout the Rainy River District staged a protest against Bill 195, which they feel infringes on their rights as workers. Similar rallies have been taking place across the province.
Merna Emara
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Healthy Living Food Box program is back in full swing after closing for April and May due to COVID-19, and starting in August, the program will be welcoming back its volunteer base. Janet Drennan, registered dietitian at the Gizhewaadiziwin Health Access Centre and the coordinator of the program, said […]
PEMBINA, N.D. — U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agriculture Specialists (CBPAS) issued 167 emergency action notifications during the second quarter of 2020. Emergency action notifications are issued when containers are found with prohibited pests. CBPAS in Portal found several weed seeds and insects in a container of steel staples arriving […]
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FYidoctors, the world’s largest optometrist-owned eye care company, has announced that Cousineau Eye Centre has joined the FYidoctors brand. The addition of the Cousineau Eye Centre marks the first FYidoctors location in Fort Frances, ON and the Northwestern Ontario region. The Cousineau Eye Centre was established over 30 years ago […]
Merna Emara
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Northwestern Ontario and the Rainy River District are homes to many camps and lodges. In a pre-COVID-19 era, Americans would cross the border for a visit to fish, hunt, and enjoy the lake from their rented cabins or RVs. However, the lack of American clientele has left some camp operators […]
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The Township of Alberton received $19,608 in financial support from the Government of Canada through the Small Projects Components of the Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF). The funding, which was approved in 2019, has made it possible for an accessibility project to be completed, and offset the $39,405 total cost. The […]
The Canadian Press TORONTO – The provincial government says it’s investing $2 million for socially distanced summer activities at Ontario Place, which will include a drive-in version of the Toronto International Film Festival. Lisa MacLeod, Minister of heritage, sport, tourism and culture industries, says the initiative will help Ontario communities […]
Linda Plumridge They don’t call us Sunset Country for nothing! This spectacular shot was captured over Rainy Lake recently. If you have a great picture of our region, or your family, send it in, so we can share it with other readers! Send your high resolution pictures to tips@fortfrances.com.
The Associated Press The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world: Storied Russian hockey club CSKA Moscow says that seven players have tested positive for the coronavirus. The club says the unnamed players tested positive Tuesday and that none of them are displaying symptoms. […]
