Local News from Across the Rainy River District
As the snow melts, Fort Frances Youth Soccer (FFYS) is hoping to get underway a little earlier than in past years. Registration is open now until March 31. There has been one major change this year. The youngest division, squirts, for children ages four and five at the end of […]
With a pair of wins last weekend in Wisconsin, the Fort Frances Lakers are looking to go into the playoffs with momentum this weekend against the hot Sioux Lookout Bombers. Lakers head coach Tyler Miller was on vacation with his family but was watching the games, and was encouraged by […]
The third round of NWO PitchIt is open for nominations. The online program, similar in style to Dragon’s Den or Shark Tank, gives a stage for entrepreneurs to pitch their business ideas to a panel of judges, for the chance to win cash. The contest is open to anyone with […]
The Government of Ontario is taking steps towards making the highways of the northwest safer for drivers. In a press release issued on March 15, 2024, the Ontario government marked the opening of a new commercial vehicle inspection station on Highway 11/17. Located in Shuniah, a municipality located along the […]
Eight bursaries will be awarded to successful applicants who exemplify commitment to their community, academics and athletics OHA members know first-hand the commitment needed to succeed at a high level on the ice and in the classroom. With this school year providing extra challenges, the hard work put forth by […]
Canada’s oldest hockey championship will be competed for April 20-27 in Dundas at J L Grightmire Arena. The 2024 Allan Cup Challenge will feature the host team Dundas Real McCoys along with representatives from Newfoundland and Alberta, as well as a representative from the Ontario Hockey Association’s (OHA) Allan Cup Hockey […]
Cassandra Star was recently awarded with a Silver Play Button from YouTube, for surpassing 100,000 subscribers to the channel “Cassandra and Callaghan”, which she shares with her sister Callaghan. The channel surged in popularity after a release of the viral hit, An Easter Hallelujah, released two years ago, which has […]
Riverside Health Care in conjunction with the Northwestern Health Unit has declared a Respiratory Outbreak on the West Wing at Rainycrest Long Term Care. The East Wing has been in outbreak since March 12, 2024. Enhanced visitor restrictions are in place that permit two (2) visitors or caregivers at a […]
Indigenous storytelling can be preserved for future generations, thanks to newly announced permanent funding for the Indigenous Screen Office. The Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced permanent funding to support Indigenous-led storytelling through the Indigenous Screen Office (ISO). This includes $65 million over five years starting in 2024–25 […]
If you’re looking for a way to get more fresh air and exercise, or just want to spend a few minutes in nature, check out the 8th Street Trails – one of Fort Frances’ hidden gems. The trails are maintained by a dedicated group of volunteers, and are open to […]
FORT FRANCES – Imagine yourself on a dog sled with a team of hard-working canines in front of you and snowy winter environment all around you. You’ll get a chance to do that and more, virtually, next week as the Fort Frances Museum and Cultural Centre hosts Science North’s travelling […]
KENORA – The Ontario government has signalled via social media that it will fund construction of a new hospital to replace Lake of the Woods District Hospital. “Ontario is building a new hospital in Kenora,” a sponsored post on Instagram declares, adding that the move is “part of our $48 […]
