Local News from Across the Rainy River District
Ontario is the worst in Canada for nature conservation, according to a new national report card from the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS). The province received an F — the lowest grade of any jurisdiction — due to what the report describes as environmental neglect, unchecked industrial expansion and a failure to seize […]
A measles outbreak that has infected scores of unvaccinated children in southwestern Ontario reportedly had its start at a Mennonite religious gathering in New Brunswick last year. In a March 7 letter to Ontario’s health units, the province’s chief medical officer of health, Dr. Kieran Moore, said there was “an exposure […]
Every morning, Tom Stehr wakes up and heads straight into his maple shop. As he walks through the building at 2389 Muskoka District Road 10 in Huntsville, he passes displays of syrup memorabilia, Canadian flags and maple leaf decor. “I just fell in love with everything about maple,” Stehr said. “It’s […]
Brady Krentz scored twice in the third period for the Lakers to tie their first playoff game of the season and take it to overtime on Friday night, March 21. Ian Ness would go score the winner to put the Lakers up 1-0 in the series. On Saturday night the […]
Since 2007, millions around the world have taken part in Earth Hour, switching off their lights to save energy and reduce light pollution. The movement continues to grow, with the hope that small actions will lead to lasting change. This year, Earth Hour is March 22 at 8:30 p.m The […]
MINOT, N.D. — Mayor Tom Ross opens his laptop. He navigates through his email inbox, double-clicks on a message and turns the screen. A long paragraph is titled “Regretful cancelling visits to Minot.” The email is addressed the mayor and extends four or five lines. “To the current mayor of […]
Tonight will see a few clouds with a low of -9 C (16 F) . Tomorrow will be mainly cloudy during the day, becoming clear overnight with a high of 7 (45) and a low of -5 (23). Thursday will bring a mix of sun and cloud during the day, […]
The Ontario government and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are reminding the public to exercise caution and prevent attracting black bears as they begin to come out of hibernation. In Ontario, black bears wake up from hibernation between mid-March and late April. During this time of year, there is little […]
(KENORA, ON) – One person has been arrested and charged with second degree murder in relation to a death investigation in Kenora. On March 13, 2025, members of the Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a call for service at a residence on Heenan Place and […]
Today Minister Patty Hajdu, Ashley Larose, Chief Executive Officer of Science North, and James Lundrigan, Chair of the Board of Trustees for Science North, announced a federal investment of up to $20 million for a science centre in Thunder Bay, through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program. “I’m absolutely thrilled to […]
Following a parent survey in the fall, along with a lengthy review of both its development program and competitive play, the Thunder Bay Kings Hockey Club is excited to announce its partnership with Northern Ontario AAA Hockey League (NOHL) and the Great North U18AAA League (GNML) for the upcoming 2025/26 […]
THUNDER BAY — With 275 incidents in in 2022, 146 in 2023 and 128 in 2024, the number of reported security incidents on city transit has been on a downward trend over the past three years – aside from assaults on bus drivers. That’s according to the transit operator safety update presented […]
