Staff There is plenty of positivity heading into 2015 as several new councils take the reins in their respective communities. But one challenge seems common among the municipalities in the west end of the district—coming up with a balanced budget. “Like always, I think the big challenge is financial, trying […]
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Joey Payeur From the moment the green flag dropped until the checkered flag was waved, Charles “Chuck” Lambert was single-minded in his purpose—a four-wheeled speed merchant who steered the No. 60X car with a thirst for victory and an insatiable hunger to come out on top. But it was his […]
Duane Hicks Fort High Grade 9 students Ryann Scott, left, and Shelby King made a splash in the name of the Rainy River District Women’s Shelter of Hope in Atikokan during this year’s “Polar Plunge” on New Year’s Day.
Heather Latter Arielle Marie Shana Andrushuk was the first baby born in Rainy River District for 2015. Though not due for another few weeks, she made her surprise arrival at La Verendrye Hospital here at 9:34 p.m. on Jan. 2, weighing in at seven pounds. Proud parents are Alex Andrushuk […]
Heather Latter Anna Mainville had a blast sliding at the overpass Friday afternoon—prior to the overnight snowfall that blanketed the district early Saturday morning. Temperatures also have dipped since then, halting most outdoor activities due to the extreme cold warnings. However, there is an end in sight to the cold […]
Joey Payeur Lakers’ forward Lucas DeBenedet (16) tried to catch Dryden GM Ice Dogs’ defenceman Kyle Pouncy (4) and goalie Tate Sproxton napping while linemate Bryson Jasper cruised in looking for a rebound during this first-period scoring chance.
It will be mostly cloudy tonight, with an overnight low of minus-33 C (27 below zero F) but feeling more like minus-40 to minus-46 (40-50 below) thanks to northwest winds gusting up 25 m.p.h. Tomorrow will be mostly sunny but cold, with a high of minus-21 (six below) that will […]
Staff Fort Frances Power Corp. customers, as well as Hydro One customers east of town, experienced a temporary power outage yesterday afternoon due to an emergency equipment repair. A Hydro One representative said this morning that crews had to replace a switch at its transmission station on Eighth Street here. […]
Staff Crossroads School in Devlin will earn the Rainy River District School Board’s monthly “Recognition of Excellence”—for student leadership—during its regular meeting tonight. A survey taken by Grades 4-8 students during the 2013-14 school year found that those at Crossroads felt “connected” to their school, but there definitely was room […]
Heather Latter Despite the frigid temperatures, Fort Frances Jail staff participated in a “Day of Action” demonstration there yesterday afternoon. Correctional services workers across the province took part in the protest against the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services. The Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU), representing the local […]
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The Fort Frances Power Corp. just received notice that due to an emergency situation, Hydro One Networks has to interrupt the supply of electricity to FFPC’s service territory the Town of Fort Frances, as well as to the surrounding area. The emergency outage is to occur for one hour—from 3:30 […]
From the OPP Shortly after 3 a.m. on Dec. 28, Rainy River District OPP officers observed a vehicle driving in a suspicious manner on Colonization Road East in Fort Frances Officers conducted a traffic stop and conducted an investigation. As a result, a 23-year-old Fort Frances man was charged with […]
