Eliminating government waste, and redistributing that money into “frontline programs” such as education, health care, and infrastructure, should be a government priority, said local NDP candidate Sarah Campbell. Campbell is aiming to follow in the footsteps of longtime MPP Howard Hampton and keep Kenora-Rainy River orange in the Oct. 6 […]
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Dave Ogilvie The men’s morning study group known as the “Eye Opener” will resume next Wednesday (Oct. 5) at 6 a.m. at the Emo Inn. The group, which meets on the first and third Wednesday of the month. will be using Tony Dungy’s recent book, “Quiet Strength: Men’s Bible Study.” […]
the NHU Hepatitis B is one of several viral infections that can affect the liver. Hepatitis B is spread by contact with body fluids–blood, semen, vaginal fluids, and saliva—and can be passed to newborns from infected mothers. At least half of those infected have no symptoms, but all of those […]
Staff Hydro One is planning a power outage for this Sunday (Oct. 2) for all customers west of Devlin, including Rainy River and north to Morson. The outage is scheduled to last from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Some 1,343 customers will be affected by the four-hour outage. Hydro One said it […]
Heather Latter With the arrival of veterinarian Dr. Jon Fistler to the Rainy River District, area farmers are pleased to see the return of full-time large-animal service here. “We’ve gone from virtually no emergency service to a choice of two on-call, so we’re totally thrilled with this development,” enthused Tom […]
Lucas Punkari Confirmation needed on world record After playing video games for 24 hours earlier this month, and setting an unofficial new world record in the process, Jason Gervais now has to undergo a waiting process before seeing his name in the Guinness Book of World Records. The 26-year-old Fort […]
Lucas Punkari On paper, at least, it seems as if the Fort Frances Lakers are playing to the best of their abilities after their first six games of the season. They currently occupy first place in the SIJHL standings with a 4-2 record, although head coach and general manager Wayne […]
Duane Hicks The community-based “Healthy Living Food Box” program, entering its fifth year this November, continues to be well-used by local residents. Based out of the Sunset Country Métis Hall (714 Armit Ave.), the program sees an average of 20 local volunteers come out on the third Wednesday of each […]
Duane Hicks Asking for input on the 2012 budget, town council on Monday night received three presentations from the public as to what they’d like to see in the budget, including creating a priority route for active transportation. Becky Holden, a member of the Active Transportation Committee, said an active […]
Heather Latter Trelawney Erwin used to read about people going on mission trips and always had wanted to go herself. Last year, she was fortunate to travel to Trinidad for two weeks through a program called “Global Expeditions.” Now she has her sights set on going to India, and possibly […]
Lucas Punkari With the support of the black-and-gold clad crowd on their side, the Muskie football team fed off of that energy as they went back and forth with the Sisler ‘A’ Spartans in Fort High’s annual Homecoming game Friday afternoon. But as time wound down in the fourth quarter, […]
Ken Johnston There is an old saying that seemed to ring true this past weekend: “The fish bite the least when the wind is from the east.” Everyone, including this year’s Rainy River Walleye Tournament champions, Jason and Oliver Gibbins, found the bite to be really tough for both days […]
