Local News from Across the Rainy River District
A release from the Government of Ontario states that Starlink, a SpaceX subsidiary, will offer high-speed internet access to rural households in Northern Ontario using “all viable” technologies effective this coming June. Moreover, some sources think this will help bridge the “digital divide.” “[The Ontario] government is pleased to work […]
The Ontario government will soon introduce legislation that, if passed, will support families and help more women enter and remain in the skilled trades by creating a new job-protected parental leave for adoptive parents and parents through surrogacy. The government would also create a new 27-week job-protected leave for workers […]
Michael Dawber, the resident “book guy” and former Librarian at Betty’s is putting together a “Blind Date with a Book” event on November 21st. Moreover, Dawber says this event seeks to introduce readers to various fictional books, ranging from mysteries to autobiographically-inspired fiction. Additionally, Dawber says there is a range […]
This Christmas, as many navigate the challenges of the economy, food-based gifts offer a simple but profound way to spread joy. They remind us that, even in tough times, the best gifts are the ones that nourish the body and soul. At its core, a food-based gift represents thoughtfulness and […]
Back in September, the Ontario government made it so convenience stores could sell alcohol products one of the places that opted into alcohol sales in the Fort Frances area is The Great Bear. The gas station east of Fort Frances is a hot spot for fishermen in the summer gassing […]
The holiday season is here, and with it comes the inevitable hunt for the perfect gifts. Although the latest gadget or most stylish fashions will always have a place under the tree, an age-old tradition is quietly making a comeback: handcrafted presents. These thoughtful treasures are far more than items—they’re […]
About two years ago, I got a really nice pair of boots. They’re a pair of Blundstone, a brand I had never heard of before I walked into McTaggart’s on Scott Street. I am rough on my shoes. I tend to buy at a reasonable (to me) price (around $70) […]
Over the next few weeks, many folks will settle in to watch some film version or other of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Whether it’s The Muppets, Alistair Sim or Mickey and Friends, in the end old Scrooge learns what the Christmas Spirit is, and part of that turnaround is […]
The Riverside Foundation for Healthcare’s November 50/50 will draw in just a few days, if you’re looking to bolster your bank account for the rest of your Christmas shopping. Once November’s winner is drawn, ticket sales for December’s draw will start, which make great gifts. Allison Cox is the director […]
Heather Johnson of the Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce says it’s small and medium-sized businesses that support the municipality with tax money, helping to make Fort Frances “a wonderful place to live.” According to Johnson, shopping local, and the revenue it generates, benefits the town in multiple ways. “When we […]
If you’ve been watching the price of everything climb higher and higher over the past few years, it can be especially daunting to think about Christmas. While there can be something to be said for minimalist holiday seasons when it comes to gift giving, it’s also true that everyone likes […]
The Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce has its second Sweet Christmas Spirit event beginning December 1, to treat local shoppers to prizes of sweets and wine. Heather Johnson of the Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce says Sweet Christmas Spirit was created last year as a way to showcase downtown Fort […]
