Local News from Across the Rainy River District
The federal government’s new bill to fast-track projects “in the national interest” sparked immediate concerns from the Assembly of First Nations and Canada’s largest network of labour unions, climate, environmental and faith groups and Indigenous organizations. If it becomes law, the federal government will essentially be able to approve certain […]
The campaign promotes Manitoba as a welcoming, inclusive place to live and work. It also highlights the province’s affordability, strong schools, vibrant communities, and quality of life. “It is crucial for those who may be considering Manitoba as their place of practice to know we are committed to providing evidence-based […]
(ANNews) – First Nations leaders from across Canada gathered in Ottawa to provide a unified response to the May 27 Speech from the Throne delivered by King Charles III, with a statement from some of the leaders highlighting the “profound gap between ceremonial gestures and the reality of unfulfilled Treaty obligations.” […]
Confederation College Fort Frances campus’ graduating class of 2025 took to the Townshend Theatre stage yesterday afternoon, alongside the platform party and faculty members, to celebrate the completion of their post-secondary careers. The convocation is the second such grad ceremony from a major post-secondary institute in the district following Seven […]
Some city school divisions are stocking up on naloxone kits and training teachers to administer the antidote to opioids. The River East Transcona School Division recently equipped all of its Grade 9-12 campuses with naloxone — a life-saving medication that temporarily reverses an opioid overdose — in its nasal spray […]
On Friday, Maryanne LaMarche stepped down from the Station Market at the former CN Train Station in Marina Park, sporting her new walking stick. LaMarche purchased the carved diamond willow walking stick from dozens on display by carver and vendor Rolland Manning, who hoped to catch the eye of the […]
Tonight will be partly cloudy with a chance of showers and a low of 10 C (50 F). Tomorrow will see a mix of sun and cloud during the day before clearing overnight with a high of 20 (68) and a low of 7 (45). Thursday will bring a mix […]
An awareness walk for will be inviting everyone, regardless of ability level, to head to the Sorting Gap Marina next week to support and raise awareness around stroke prevention and recovery, as well as those living with the effects of stroke. The event, titled the “Walk & Roll” With Us […]
Stacy Montgomery, Literacy and Re-engagement Lead for The Northwest Catholic District School Board, shared some highlights over the past year in literacy with the Fort Frances Times. Highlights include a pilot program teaching multi-syllabic words and an emphasis on explicit, systematic instruction. Montgomery said she has seen significant improvement over […]
THUNDER BAY – Motorists in Thunder Bay may need to be more cautious when passing through a traffic light, as city council has voted unanimously to create a business case for implementing a red-light camera program that operates under the administrative penalty system. “Administration has completed another business case study on the red light camera […]
Thunder Bay businesses are breathing a sigh of relief after Thunder Bay city council approved changes to the Parking Authority Financial Plan on Monday. Drivers can now enjoy complimentary two hours of on-street parking throughout Thunder Bay, with an option to purchase an additional two hours at the same space. […]
TORONTO – A coalition of Northern Ontario MPPs and community leaders is calling on the province to take immediate action to improve safety on the region’s most critical roadways. On Tuesday (June 4) morning at Queen’s Park, Mushkegowuk-James Bay MPP Guy Bourgouin introduced the Northern Highway 11 and 17 Safety Act, 2025, […]
