the OPP OPP Underwater Search and Recovery Unit members have located and recovered the body of Clayton Windigo, 24, not far from where the man disappeared on Sunday evening. The body was recovered around 11:15 a.m. yesterday in 10 metres of water. Rainy River District OPP officers and Treaty Three […]
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Staff Local golfer Christin Thomson slogged through another long day at the CN Canadian Tour stop in Acton, Ont. yesterday. After falling out of contention on Monday with an 88 in the first round, Thomson didn’t fare much better on Tuesday, firing an 89 (17-over) to finish the two-day competition […]
Staff The Slugs proved victorious at the Art Bonot Memorial Softball Tournament held in Emo from June 25-27. The Slugs outlasted the Sioux Banshees to take the tournament’s A-side championship. The Red Gut Brewers emerged with the B-side title and FUBAR came away with the C-side honours. All in all, […]
the MNR A Timmins man has been fined $3,000 for hunting on private property. Sylvain Gravel pleaded guilty to trespassing while hunting and shooting across a roadway. In addition to his fines, Gravel is suspended from hunting for one year. His rifle, seized during the investigation, will be returned once […]
Ken Johnston By Ken Johnston Editor, Rainy River Record Many local people may not have noticed the small kayak passing through Rainy River last Wednesday, but kayaker Rudy Goldstein certainly noticed the people here! “I started this journey mostly as a physical challenge, trying to average about 30-40 miles per […]
Anthony Leek Racing action resumed once again at the Emo Speedway for Amsoil Dirt Track Racing Series Action. With a slight chance of rain but beautiful temperatures the crowd, cars, and volunteers made it out to some incredible high speed action. The track was tacky and fast with only a […]
Press Release Ever heard of the Freshman 15? How about pre-exam all-nighters? These terms are used by students who find that their eating habits can affect their health and course achievements. Getting the proper nutrition while you are away at college of university is so important. Are you prepared? We […]
Press Release After a month of Wednesday night races, the Rendezvous Yacht Club finally held their first Saturday race this past weekend (June 26). The club’s race schedule officially started in May but low water caused late launching and canceled races. On Saturday, the club held the Sand Point Island […]
Bryce Forbes The organizers for the Canadian Cancer Society “Relay for Life” definitely made the right decision. After a somewhat disappointing relay last year with only 14 teams participating, John Homer said the committee mulled over the idea of taking a year or two hiatus from the event. “It was […]
Staff The Rainy River District Regional Abattoir in Emo has been recognized with a Premier’s Award for Agri-Food Innovation Excellence. “It’s humbling to be recognized and its also gratifying,” said Steve Loshaw, president of the Rainy River District Abattoir Inc. “And I say that on behalf of the whole board, […]
Dan Falloon If Joe Basaraba has his way, he’ll soon be headed to the land of sand, surf and sun. The former Muskie was taken in the third round, 69th overall, by the Florida Panthers at the NHL Entry Draft in Los Angeles over the weekend, hearing his name called […]
Staff Local residents wanting to get out of the house to celebrate Canada’s birthday are in luck as the “Canada Day Celebrations Committee” has lined up quite a few activities for families to see and do here tomorrow. “We’re very excited with all the different events and activities taking place […]
