Staff With cooler weather upon us here in Borderland, Diane Maxey already is thinking about the holiday season–and that means the Christmas cantata. Those interested in singing in this year’s cantata are encouraged to come out to a listening session set for this coming Monday (Oct. 15) at 7 p.m. […]
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Submitted byJanet Lambert The executive of the La Verendrye Hospital Auxiliary met for its regular monthly meeting on Oct. 2. Mary Jane Pearson said preparations for the annual “Fall Harvest Tea,” set for this Saturday (Oct. 13) from 2-4 p.m. at the New Beginnings Fellowship, were well underway. She reminded […]
Dave OgilvieEmo correspondent The second-annual “Run for the Donut” is planned and ready to go. Runners are advised to lace up their shoes and start preparing for the 5K race hosted by the Rainy Running Club, the Municipality of Emo, and the “Run for the Donut” committee. You are invited […]
My name is David Kircher and I am running for re-election to the Rainy River District School Board. I bring several strengths to the table. I am inquisitive by nature and therefore ask questions and seek answers from multiple sources in order to reach a consensus for a solution to […]
My name is Rudy Zeitlhofer and I am hoping to be elected as a Fort Frances trustee for the Rainy River District School Board. My experience teaching in this board for 24 years is a huge asset. I have seen how the actions of this board have affected kids from […]
Duane Hicks The town is applying for funding to do a study for the two properties it recently acquired from Resolute. The Rainy River Future Development Corp. has prepared and submitted two funding applications to complete a land use and economic development feasibility study for the Shevlin wood yard and […]
Dear editor: I never realized World Teacher Day came until well after I got home from school. I am a teacher for many reasons but the top reason is that there have been teachers who inspired me on this path. I wanted to take the time to thank those teachers, […]
Press Release In February, the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care closed Rainycrest Long-Term Care Home to admissions due to repeated non-compliance issues. We have been working diligently to address these areas and are focused on meeting compliance requirements with the aim of getting the home re-opened to admissions. It […]
Press Release Riverside Health Care’s Supply Chain welcomed a new courier truck purchased with the assistance of $30,000 in donations brought in through the Riverside Foundation for Health Care’s annual Christmas Appeal in 2017. “The truck is a vital piece of equipment,” said Doug White of Riverside’s Supply Chain. “Travelling […]
Being born and raised in Fort Frances, and serving on council over the last four years, I am keenly aware of the issues that face our community. As a human resources professional, I have extensive training and experience in the areas of active listening, relationship building, negotiations, and dispute resolution. […]
Sam Odrowski While some employees provide exemplary customer service to everyone they see, others still have a long way to go. The Northwest Training and Adjustment Board’s 2016 Employerone Survey indicates customer service skills came in as a top competency for current and future employees across the district. To address […]
I am currently serving as a RRDSB trustee representing Fort Frances and Mine Centre. I have enjoyed this commitment and, if elected, look forward to another four-year term. I have a strong governance background in education, where I chair the Audit Committee and am an active member of the Finance […]
