By Stephen Whyno The Associated Press The NHL has extended its guideline for players and staff to self-quarantine until April 15 and it is possible the coronavirus pandemic could push that back even further. Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly confirmed the extension to the Associated Press in an email Tuesday. It […]
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THUNDER BAY, Ont.–The SIJHL announced last Wednesday its first and second all-star teams for the 2019-20 season. First Team FORWARD: CODY BRUCHKOWSKI, THUNDER BAY NORTH STARS–Bruchkowski had a tremendous campaign, racking up 58 goals and assisting on 36 others for 94 points while earning SIJHL MVP accolades, as well as […]
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The Nocturnal Owl Survey is an annual event by the Rainy River Valley Field Naturalists (RRVFN).An identification workshop to teach new volunteers how to conduct the Owl Survey was forced to be cancelled due to COVID-19. However, anyone not in isolation can go out anjoy the sounds of the forest. […]
Old School tastes Netflix – Murdoch Mysteries – 12 Seasons In Victorian-era Toronto, Inspector William Murdoch uses unconventional scientific methods to crack complex, high-profile murder cases. Netflix – Miss Fishers murder mysteries – 3 seasons Get ready to immerse yourself in the opulent, exciting and sometimes dangerous world of Australia’s […]
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Kenora, Ont. – Greg Rickford, MPP for Kenora-Rainy River, is calling on seasonal residents of Kenora-Rainy River to stay home and refrain from visiting their cottages in Northwestern Ontario. Residents and health officials have growing concerns over the increasing number of cottagers returning to the area amid the COVID-19 pandemic. […]
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Due to the ongoing concerns around the COVID-19 pandemic, numerous businesses and organizations are choosing to postpone or cancel community events in order to promote social distancing in efforts to help slow the spread of the virus in the Rainy River District. We have compiled a list of businesses and […]
Tonight will see a few clouds with a low of -5 C (23 F). Tomorrow will see a chance of showers turning to periods of rain or snow overnight with a high of nine (48) and a low of zero (32). Thursday will see periods of rain or snow throughout […]
Submitted Brielle and her mom have been coping with cabin fever by taking daily walks. Last week, they enjoyed a breathtaking sunset, while alone on the waterfront. What is your family doing to beat the boredom, and still stay safe, during the COVID-19 pandemic? Set your camera to high-resolution, take […]
Window displays were blooming throughout town ealier this week, as residents participated in the community Window Walk, in which people decoarate their windows to a common theme, for the enjoyment of passers-by. The event began on St. Patrick’s Day, and has since become a popular event on social media. The […]
TORONTO — In an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19 and keep people home, the Government of Ontario has extended the Declaration of Emergency and associated emergency measures, including the closure of non-essential workplaces and restrictions on social gatherings. In addition, Ontario is issuing a new emergency order under […]
Press Release TORONTO — In an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19 and keep people home, the Government of Ontario has extended the Declaration of Emergency and associated emergency measures, including the closure of non-essential workplaces and restrictions on social gatherings. In addition, Ontario is issuing a new emergency […]
The Canadian Press TORONTO — Ontario’s elementary teachers have agreed to salary increases of one per cent a year for three years, but will get higher benefit increases than the government originally sought. The Canadian Press has obtained a memo of highlights that the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario sent […]
