Local News from Across the Rainy River District
Last week, Grand Erie Public Health warned of a potential measles exposure at Brantford General Hospital’s (BGH) labour and delivery unit. The same day, Ontario’s top doc reported there had been a premature infant that died from measles and other health complications, as well as six cases of babies with […]
Fort Frances Youth soccer is wrapping up its season soon and young athletes have had the opportunity to learn about the game of soccer, having fun and kicking the ball as hard as they can and learning about playing as a team. Youth soccer will wrap up on Saturday June […]
The gallery welcomed guests on June 6 with a vibrant opening night, featuring two major exhibitions — one by Winnipeg artist Miriam Rudolph and the other curated by historian Aileen Friesen in collaboration with designer Anikó Szabó. Together, these thought-provoking exhibits engage the heart and mind, while showcasing the gallery’s […]
In December 2024, council requested staff to research the possibility of creating a naming rights policy in an effort to increase Town revenue. That policy was brought to council at Monday night’s meeting and formally adopted. The report, which includes a draft policy, was brought to council by CAO Marcel […]
Just days after Donald Trump took office, Borderland Pride issued a statement cautioning the local 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Borderland Pride characterized President Trump’s stance on trans and gender non-conforming people as a hostile, condemnable, and “despicable attack.” So, Borderland Pride’s members unanimously decided against having its annual border crossing pride march […]
Fish for free across Ontario on June 14 and 15 TORONTO — This Father’s Day weekend, the Ontario government is offering all Canadian residents the opportunity to fish for free across the province on June 14 and 15. “This Father’s Day weekend, take the opportunity to head outdoors, cast a […]
Thankfully we have received a worthwhile amount of rain and even though I am complaining about being cold, the temperature will help to allow the rain to soak in. This will help with pastures, hay and for those that have been watering their lawn. I am still feeling nervous about […]
The Emo and District Auxiliary Strawberry Social takes place this Friday, June 13, from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. at the Emo Hospital. Admission is $5 at the door. Everyone is welcome to attend and enjoy the afternoon and support the Auxiliary. After a complete renovation, the Dance Hall is up […]
The province can’t sit on its hands while at least five rural fire departments near Thunder Bay face the prospect of shutting down due to a volunteer shortage and the difficulty of meeting training requirements, NDP MPP Lise Vaugeois says. “What can be done to make (firefighter) training more accessible, […]
THUNDER BAY – Three weeks into a strike, talks between Workplace Safety and Insurance Board employees and the provincial agency have broken down. The WSIB has rejected the union’s most recent collective agreement proposal, according to a media release issued Monday by CUPE local 1750, the Ontario Compensation Employees Union, […]
According to the release from the Ontario government, the new budget passed in May 2025 will “protect Ontario workers, businesses and jobs,” and foster a self-reliant, resilient economy. But not everyone believes they will see the benefits. Investing in critical minerals, machinery and equipment, Indigenous equity partnerships, and a fuel […]
It’s a “special honour,” says award-winning journalist and author Tanya Talaga. Her newest non-fiction book The Knowing is being taught in Grade 11 at the Toronto District School Board, one of the largest school districts in Canada. “Considering (Toronto) is Annie’s final resting place. She started off at Fort Albany almost 3,000 […]
