Local News from Across the Rainy River District
A local OPP officer has organized a hockey game between players from local organizations and the local high school hockey teams in a fundraising effort for a first responders support organization. Kristina Bombay is a Mobile Crisis Response Officer with the Fort Frances OPP detachment and she has organized the […]
Fort Frances, Ontario – 2025/01/28 – The District of Rainy River Services Board (DRRSB) extends its congratulations to the successful recipients of the recently announced HART (Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment) Hub funding in the north, Greater Sudbury, Sault Ste. Marie, and Kenora, and applauds their work to create positive […]
FORT FRANCES, ON – The Fort Frances Lakers are pleased to announce the commitment of Gavin Simon to play NCAA DII hockey for the Southern New Hampshire University Penmen in 2025. The defenseman from Monticello, MN has recorded 4 goals and 17 assists for 21 points in his first SIJHL […]
Late in 2023, CBC/ Radio-Canada reported on a “lucrative and growing cross-border human smuggling market,” most of which is through a location called the Swanton sector. Skip ahead to last November and Donald Trump’s so-called “border czar,” Tom Homan, has characterized the Canadian border as an “extreme national security vulnerability.” […]
On January 22nd, Borderland Pride released a statement on “hostile measures taken by U.S. President Donald Trump to attack the trans and non-binary community.” Thus, Borderland Pride suggests “Pride is most needed where and when it is least visible,” yet acknowledges there are legitimate safety concerns for the local 2SLGBTQIA+ […]
This year, The Northwest Catholic District School Board is pleased to release our new three-year Mental Health and Addictions Strategy. The strategy holds every student at the heart, ensuring timely access to identity-affirming supports and resources for students, caregivers and educators using practices that are both evidence-informed and evaluated. Board […]
Riverside Health Care is excited to announce the launch of a new online bill payment option to its website, providing a more accessible and user-friendly experience for patients, clients, residents and families. The online payment platform allows users to pay their bills conveniently using major credit and VISA debit cards. […]
Fort Frances, Ontario – 2025/01/28 – The District of Rainy River Services Board (DRRSB) was represented at the 2025 Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) Conference in Toronto from January 19 to 21 by Board Chair, Debbie Ewald, Board member, Mike Ford and CAO Charene Gillies. With the DRRSB delivering services […]
The LaVallee Seniors Committee hosted their first Seniors luncheon January 28th. at the Devlin Hall. The day started with the Emo Legion catering a delicious luncheon. Amy Ruff (lawyer) presented an informative talk on wills and estates. Many questions were asked following her presentation. The afternoon ended with games of […]
A 7-5 win over the Current River Storm Saturday afternoon was a big one over the course of an undefeated weekend for the U11 AA Canadians. The team won their home tournament last weekend. They bested the KC Sabres 5-3 in the final on Sunday to claim the gold.
While caregivers are dedicated to their loved ones who experience health challenges as they grow older, many caregivers themselves face challenges with their own physical and mental health. For those struggling or looking for a listening ear, organizations like the Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) are there to help. Founded in […]
As the economy flags, and the Canadian dollar affords shoppers less and less, the price of groceries has gone through the roof but maintaining a healthy diet doesn’t need to break the bank. Ian McKay is a nutritionist and owner of Reflexion Studio in Fort Frances, he says processed foods […]
