Local News from Across the Rainy River District
The federal government’s lofty goal of having two billion new trees planted across the country over the next seven years appears to be starting to gain ground. A Natural Resources Canada spokeswoman said this week that as of March this year, its tree-planting initiative has “agreements committed or under negotiation […]
After some discussion Monday night, Sault Ste. Marie city councillors voted unanimously to pursue a vacant home tax, which would be implemented next year if adopted. This proposal was brought before council via a report from city staff, which estimates that there are 89 local properties in the residential class […]
With the sunny, hot days having arrived and this long weekend unofficially kicking off another boating season, Markham and Stouffville residents are anxiously taking to the water for another relaxing summer of riding the waves. While getting out on the boat is a nice, relaxing way for a family to […]
Stunt Ventriloquist Tim Holland and Crackers the Parrot brought Anouk Baron and Peter Bruyere into the fun at his May 6 show at la Place Rendez Vous. The show was the last offering for the Kids and Company concert series. Stay tuned to their Facebook page to see what will […]
A group of residents in Walleye trailer park have taken animal welfare into their own hands, and are welcoming donations from the public to help care for animals rescued. Julie Fedorak, a resident in the park, is collecting items for a group of three dogs, and a cat family with […]
Are you passionate about community events and making a difference? Do you have a knack for leadership and organization? If so, we want you to join our team as a Volunteer Director for the Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship! About Us: The Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship is an annual […]
While the first splash was held at the tail-end of last summer and the spray park opened for Labour Day weekend, a grand opening will take place at the end of June. Interim CAO for the Town of Fort Frances and Make a Big Splash Fort Frances committee member Travis […]
The Muskie Football team is gearing up for a new season, with three weeks of skills camps. The Championship team will be seeking new members to replace its graduating athletes. Spring camp is open to anyone hoping to join the tea in September. It will take place Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday […]
THUNDER BAY — Three billboards have been put up around the city showcasing the wage differences between police officers, firefighters, and paramedics. Paramedics are at the bottom of the pay scale. Kyle Stamler, chair of Unifor Local 39, said the billboards went up as part of an education campaign on […]
The province is banning cellphones and vaping at schools come September, but Rob Hammond fears violence will continue to erupt within those hallowed halls. Stephen Lecce’s announcement this past April was “a distraction, a tactic to not really address the real issues,” Hammond said of the Ministry of Education’s announcement. […]
New chairs lead the way at the Near North District School Board. Tuesday night history was made as Ashley St. Pierre was elected to chair the Near North District School board, marking the first time an Indigenous person in Ontario has filled the position. “It’s a huge accomplishment for my […]
Impala Canada’s Lac Des Iles palladium mine is to represent the Thunder Bay district at next month’s Ontario Mine Rescue competition final to be held this year at Fort William Gardens. A three-day district-level competition was held last week at the NorWest Recreation Centre in Kakabeka Falls for both the […]
