Local News from Across the Rainy River District
Crayfish are a common sight in this neck of the woods and are a highly sought-after crustacean worldwide, being rich in protein and low in fat. In fact, in Europe, they are considered a delicacy. Crayfish are omnivorous, so they feed on animals and plants, either living or decomposing. Some […]
Merna EmaraLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter Arie Hoogerbrugge had an unexpected stay in Fort Frances when his bike broke down. The cyclist is in the middle of a 55,000 km bike ride, which will see him travelling across Canada, with the goal of heading south to Argentina.
Lincoln DunnErika Sheppard Emo Speedway roared to life on Saturday, as 20 drivers took to the track for practice laps in a Test and Tune event. The first race of the season will take place this Saturday, July 11. Although spectators will not be allowed, there will be up to […]
The Associated PressAlan Fram WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s June began with his Bible-clutching photo op outside a church after authorities used chemicals and batons to scatter peaceful demonstrators. It never got less jarring or divisive. By month’s end, he was downplaying a coronavirus pandemic upsurge that was forcing Western […]
The Canadian Press TORONTO — Ontario is reporting 112 new cases of COVID-19, and two new deaths due to the novel coronavirus. The total number of cases now stands at 36,060, which includes 31,603 marked as resolved and 2,691 deaths. The province is also reporting 177 newly resolved cases today. […]
The Canadian PressCamille Bains VANCOUVER — The First Nations Health Authority says 89 members of its community fatally overdosed from illicit drugs across British Columbia between January and May, an increase of 93 per cent compared with the same period last year. The authority’s acting chief medical officer, Dr. Shannon […]
Submitted These gulls were circling in search of a snack over Rainy Lake. If you spot some of our local beauty, take a picture and send it in, so we can share it with other readers. Send your high resolution pictures to tips@fortfrances.com.
The Canadian PressShawn Jeffords TORONTO — Ontario is set to introduce new legislation to enable the extension of some pandemic emergency orders over the next year. Solicitor General Sylvia Jones says she will introduce the bill at the provincial legislature today. The proposed law would allow the government to extend […]
The Canadian PressShawn Jeffords TORONTO — Ontarians could face property tax increases and service cuts if upper levels of government don’t provide immediate financial support to municipalities coping with massive pandemic-related costs, leaders of the province’s largest cities and regions said Monday. The municipal leaders said $10 billion in aid […]
Merna EmaraLocal Journalism Initiative Reporter Virginia Bruyere was on hand last week, making and selling beaded items at the Rainy Lake Square Market. The market runs every Thursday in the downtown Fort Frances square, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., featuring local handiwork, produce and other items.
Three new positive cases of COVID-19 were reported late last week. On July 2, Northwestern Health Unit has received a report of two new positive COVID-19 test results in the Sioux Lookout Health Hub area. The individuals were a 30 year old and a 60 year old, both male. On […]
The Canadian Press TORONTO — Upper levels of government must stop “wrangling” and provide immediate financial support to municipalities coping with massive pandemic-related costs, leaders of Ontario’s largest cities and regions said Monday. The municipal leaders said $10 billion in aid is needed for communities across the country, and federal […]
