Local News from Across the Rainy River District
Sold for only $6 a box, Girl Guide cookies are more than just a delicious treat. The money raised through cookie sales help provide diverse and exciting programs and activities for girls, cover camp and event fees, and bring the girls into the community where they can learn life skills. […]
The Staff at Kay-Nah-Chi-Wah-Nung (Manitou Mounds) facilitated a discussion between members of the Rainy River First Nations Community and two staff members from Parks Canada to talk about the wording of a new plaque to be erected at the National Historic Site. The conversation took place at the Rainy River […]
The Techways Program has provided elementary school students with an introduction to the skilled trades through hands-on learning over the past 5 years. The program meets future needs for more people in the skilled trades workforce and prepares students for newly implemented technological education requirements for graduation. It also positions […]
Bill Caul turned 80 on Dec. 8 and was honoured with a well deserved birthday party on Dec. 10. at the Stratton Hall. The well attended events saw family and friends come from near and far. One could feel the love in the room. Bill definitely felt fortunate to share […]
Last Wednesday morning, students at Fort Frances High School (FFHS) presented what they had learned over the last several weeks in the course of their co-op job experiences across the district. Sarah Arpin is one of the teachers who supervises the co-op class. “The Co-op program is an opportunity for […]
Weechi-it-te-win Family Services has announced that due to the overwhelming success of the McTavish Winter Wonderland Trail of Lights last year, they are hosting this free event for the public over two nights this year. Special Projects Coordinator Danielle Bruyere said she and her staff have been hard at work […]
At the annual meeting of the Rainy River District School Board of Trustees on December 5, 2023, Trustee Kathryn Pierroz was elected as Chair and Trustee Mike Walchuk was elected as Vice Chair. Trustee, Kathryn Pierroz, who represents the Townships of Alberton and La Vallee, and the communities of Miscampbell, […]
Mr. and Mrs. Claus made an early appearance last Sunday, Dec. 10, at St. Patrick’s Church in Emo. After Mass a lovely potluck meal was enjoyed as well as fellowship. The day was made even more special with a visit from Mr. and Mrs. Claus. They had a bag of […]
Last Monday’s Concert with the Rainy Lake Community Orchestra was a delightful way to get into the Christmas Spirit. The Orchestra played many delightful holiday favourites. The audience was encouraged to join in on singing several numbers as well. After all, as Buddy the Elf says, “The best way to […]
(FORT FRANCES, ON) – Police are asking witnesses and victims of an early morning incident to contact them, to aid their investigation. Members of the Rainy River District Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one individual with theft of a motor vehicle, impaired operation, and […]
The Town of Fort Frances welcomed several new staff members at last night’s council meeting. Penny Hutton has rejoined the team at the Civic Centre, to fill the role of deputy treasurer. Although her role doesn’t officially begin until December 15, she was in attendance at last night’s meeting. The […]
The Government of Ontario is expanding its list of invasive species in an attempt to prevent, control and reduce their spread within the province. In a press release dated Monday, December 11, 2023, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry announced it was regulating 10 new non-native species and four […]
