Local News from Across the Rainy River District
The Ontario legislature has agreed to recognize “the vitality and importance of rural Ontario” by designating the third week of September of every year as Rural Ontario Week. The legislature voted in favour of the idea first proposed as a private member’s motion by local MPP Billy Denault. Speaking to […]
After getting a bye to sit out the first round of SIJHL playoff action, the Fort Frances Lakers have started their semifinal games strong with a pair of wins against the Kam River Walleye last Friday and Saturday nights at the Ice for Kids Arena in Fort Frances. The Lakers […]
The Fort Frances Lakers will head into Kam River’s barn tonight for their third game in a best-of-seven semifinal series after taking the first two with tough-fought 2-1 and 5-4 victories at home. The Lakers are likely facing another close battle against the Fighting Walleye tonight and Wednesday after two […]
Telecommunications provider Tbaytel has opened the 2026 application process for community groups to apply for funding through its Tbaytel For Good Community Fund, which will distribute $30,000 among winning entries. The application window for the competition, which began on Monday, closes on May 20. The fund is open to teachers, […]
As permits resume being required for outdoor burning in rural areas near Thunder Bay, the Municipality of Neebing is reminding ratepayers to ensure they have the right documents for the tasks at hand. “The types of burning permits available has changed,” a municipal bulletin said this week. “Be sure you […]
THUNDER BAY — Tyler Blouin was described as a kind, funny and protective young man to a full courtroom on Thursday. Blouin, 20, died as a result of a physical altercation in the area of Camelot and St. Paul streets around 2:30 a.m. on May 5, 2024. Brady Nugent pleaded […]
THUNDER BAY — Students in the city got a chance to learn more about campus life and the programs they might want to take at Confederation College’s open house this week. “Students and their parents meet with different program coordinators that we have, talk about different career opportunities, and they […]
THUNDER BAY — Two exhibitions at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery featuring student artwork from Lakehead University’s visual arts department are highlighting the vibrant and growing art scene in the city. “For the gallery, what you see is really a cross-section of creativity and what’s interesting and the creative pulse. […]
The collection of sap from maple trees has begun, and while the up and down temperatures, with deeper freezes at night, might be slowing the process, it’s exciting to see the steam coming from the sugar shacks, knowing the tasty treat that awaits. Sap from maple trees is the first […]
Ontario’s Endangered Species Act is now officially repealed. The province says the move will allow quicker approvals for road, mining and housing developments, while experts say it could streamline destruction of critical habitats, further threatening wildlife such as woodland caribou, barn owls and the golden eagle. The Endangered Species Act, […]
Manitobans are being encouraged to register as organ donors as Green Shirt Day returns April 7, marking a national push to raise awareness and save lives through donation. The campaign is rooted in the legacy of Logan Boulay, one of the victims of the Humboldt Broncos bus crash. Boulay, a […]
By Allan Bradbury Staff Writer abradbury@fortfrances.com It was nearly a repeat of game one as the Kam River Fighting Walleye tied the game with less than 90 seconds on the clock, but Fort Frances Lakers Captain Pierce Gouin kept the game out of overtime as the clock wound down. Unlike […]
