Local News from Across the Rainy River District
A juicy steak being carved up in a fancy Tokyo restaurant could easily originate from a beef cow that was raised a short drive from downtown Thunder Bay. That’s how Jason Reid sees it. The veteran beef farmer who raises and sells cows on 140 acres of pasture on Thunder […]
GRASSY NARROWS – The federal government is making a big cut in funding for residential schools initiatives, and that’s “very disappointing” to Chief Rudy Turtle. “We weren’t expecting it,” the Grassy Narrows First Nation chief said Thursday of Ottawa’s decision to cut funding by 83 per cent. “It caught us […]
A London-born actor whose credits span six decades is set to be honoured by a hometown film festival. Victor Garber is an officer of the Order of Canada and has been nominated for more than a dozen prestigious awards, and, in October, will be the first recipient of the Forest […]
On July 29, the Capillary Wave men’s mental health group held their inaugural “Field Trip” at Beyond Pottery, located at 3328 South Service Rd. Six members of the group gathered at the pottery business to engage in some “art therapy.” Nelson Borges, the founder of Capillary Wave, said the idea […]
We Need Your Cooperation! The Fort Frances Fire Rescue department works tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of our community. When a fire occurs, it’s essential that we conduct thorough and accurate investigations to determine the cause. Accurate information is crucial; please report any relevant details, ask questions, and […]
Calling all women in the region looking to get into the trades. Confederation College’s Northshore Campus in Marathon has announced its Women in Trades program, which is set to start on Sept. 16. In addition to the Northshore Campus, the program is currently delivered in Thunder Bay and will be […]
Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) encourages residents and visitors to enjoy the beautiful weather this summer by getting active and exploring the great outdoors. Whether hitting the trails, out on the water, playing at a park, or having fun at the beach, there are things you can do to ensure you, […]
Vintage Junky’s Kathleen Lawrence, left, and Onalee Derksen pulled winning ticket for the 2024 Fort Frances Kiwanis Club’s British Isles Trip of the Month draw for August this morning. Miranda Veitch of Fort Frances is the winners of a Long, Mullet and Isle of Skye trip, valued at $4,100. Next […]
DQ celebrates 40th anniversary of Children’s Miracle Network partnership Toronto, ON (July 24, 2024)—On Thursday, August 8, DQ® Canada’s Miracle Treat Day will help make miracles happen for children receiving care at local children’s hospitals across Canada. For the 22nd year running, participating DQ Canada locations will donate net proceeds […]
KENORA — Students at schools across Ontario will continue to benefit from an arrangement between the province and a major pharmacy chain to ensure tampons and menstrual pads are available to all who need them. Education Minister Todd Smith announced Monday in Brampton that his ministry has a new three-year […]
The Superior-Greenstone District School Board (SGDSB) has partnered with communities along the north shore to bring the Summer Well-Being program to kids in Nipigon, Schreiber, and Geraldton from Aug. 12 to 16. Deana Renaud, manager of mental health for the SGDSB, said each camp includes a combination of education and […]
It began with the COVID-19 pandemic, a tough economy, a year of road construction and finally, a flood that was the last straw for Sweet North Bakery, which has shuttered its Court Street operation. Erin DeLorenzi, bakery co-owner with her husband Kris, said they had “fully intended to stay” and […]
