Local News from Across the Rainy River District
On Oct. 5 the Rainy River District Regional Abattoir will hold its first ever Harvest Fundraising Dinner. After the board’s AGM in May, Times Columnist Kim Jo Bliss wrote that the Abattoir is in a cash crunch as Desnoyers says. “As I’m sure you’re aware, as an article in May […]
After being closed for a long time, Busy Beaver fuels in Rainy River has finally reopened meaning Rainy River residents can get gas on the Canadian side of the border now. It has been a long process but Haley and Kevin Broadbent are the new owners of the only gas […]
Warning: This story contains discussion of suicide and addiction. An organization aiming to help those living with additions and mental health struggles just realized a first in Fort Frances, and will be back at the end of the month to help connect the community to speakers and resources aimed at […]
Last week, the curling team skipped by Trevor Bonot of Stratton announced a full slate of curling events the team will attend this year as they attempt to qualify for the Montana’s Brier in February and March of this year in Kelowna, B.C. Skip Trevor Bonot says the team is […]
The 75th season of Muskie Football kicks off with a home game at 3:00 Friday September 6 vs John Taylor Collegiate from Winnipeg. Prior to kickoff (around 2:50 PM) the Muskies will honour the contributions of long time coach Dave “Monty” Montgomery. Coach Monty’s widow Bonnie and family members will […]
As a northern doctor himself, Member of Parliament Dr Marcus Powlowski has taken an interest in the healthcare struggles across the Rainy River District. Two weeks ago, Emo’s emergency ambulance station was closed, in favour of a community paramedicine service. And earlier this week, All of Rainy River’s doctors announced […]
A once-local author celebrated the release of her first novel with a special event held in her hometown of Emo, Ontario. Mary Grace van der Kroef is a poet and author who hails from the Rainy River District, and currently resides in the Niagara region. As part of a trip […]
Rainy River New Gold has awarded several Rainy River youth a special grant following their successful application on behalf of their small businesses. In an email to the Fort Frances Times, Town of Rainy River economic development officer Gajith Jinadasa shared that several youth were awarded the 2024 West Rainy […]
The recently formed “Seniors Committee“ of the LaVallee Municipality has seen many seniors 55+ enjoy several events in the last months. This has been made possible by the generous grants provided by the Ontario Government. The government is in full support of the well-being of seniors, not only in our […]
The Rainy River District School Board Code of Conduct reflects the new guidelines from the Ministry of Education around the use of personal mobile devices (e.g., cell phones, smartwatches) in schools, as per PPM128: The Provincial Code of Conduct and School Boards Codes of Conduct. Here is a summary of […]
Split the Pot Lottery is thrilled to announce the phenomenal support for its latest lottery program, achieving exceptional results after launching on August 7. Supporting 62 Ontario hospitals, the lottery remains a top priority for Ontarians, with ticket sales surpassing $1,200,000. More tickets sold means more advancements in health care […]
Telford Advent was honoured, with an “almost surprise” 80th birthday party on Saturday evening, August 31. He had been given a bit of information that a party was happening but he knew of none of the particulars. About 140 people were all set to sing “For He’s A Jolly Good […]
