Local News from Across the Rainy River District
No one wants to think about spending their Christmas holidays in the hospital, but recent funding from the provincial government means that critical healthcare services will be able to continue to provide care to the public and keep an eye on future opportunities. Kenora-Rainy River MPP Greg Rickford was at […]
Springboarding off of its resoundingly successful musical, “The Drowsy Chaperone,” Row i Theatre company is launching weekly drama groups for both kids and adults starting in January. Trevor Barker is the director of Row i and will be hosting performing arts courses in January. One class is for students in […]
Many are reflecting on the year that has passed, including Kit Young Hoon, medical officer of health at the North Western Health Unit (NWHU), who shared a word of thanks to staff, partners, and the public for their continued efforts, and reminded everyone to protect their loved ones during the […]
Local actor Scott Barker, best known for appearances in Amazon Original ‘Reacher’ and the Hallmark classic ‘Christmas in Montana,’ revisits his life in film and the friendships made when away from home on the holidays. The movie screen casted light upon a sparse audience. In one of the rows, Scott […]
Members of the St. Patricks Catholic Women’s League enjoyed the music from these talented ladies at the recent CWL Christmas Party. From left to right are Jessica, Meagan, Clare and Monica Empey, Hannah Westen, and Sara Empey. – Submitted photo
Meet Tigger, who is waiting to be adopted by a forever family. He’s a fun and energetic kitten, who would brighten anyone’s life this winter. To ask about adopting Tigger or any of the cats or kittens in care, or to volunteer as a foster to help get animals in […]
Know the dangers of ice Ice Factors Many factors affect ice thickness including type of water, location, the time of year and other environmental factors such as: Ice Colour Minimum ice thickness should be: Remember – thickness is only one consideration while enjoying activities on ice, and the minimum thicknesses […]
(FORT FRANCES, ON) – A mild start to the winter season combined with heavy snowfall is making ice conditions in the Region treacherous. The Rainy River District Detachment wants to remind the public that the ice conditions this winter are inconsistent and could be dangerous. Travelling on unsafe ice, […]
The federal government aims to double the number of women-owned businesses by 2025. To support that goal, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor and Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Superior North was joined by Marcus Powlowski, Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Rainy River, […]
Donna Ewald, right was the winner of this gorgeous quilt, raffled off by the Legion Ladies Auxiliary to Branch #29. Auxiliary Raffle Coordinator Andrea Avis was on hand for the presentation of the quilt, which was crafted and generously donated by Wilna and Hubert Meyers. Congratulations! – Submitted photo
The Sr. Girls Volleyball sits with an undefeated 2-0 record, with a 3 (18, 25, 23, 25, 15) over 2 (25, 15, 25, 19, 9) score over Beaver Brea and 3 (25, 25, 25) over 0 (10, 16, 14) over Sioux North.
The Sr. Boys Basketball team sits at an undefeated 2-0 record. They secured a 50-38 win over Beaver Brae and a 55-48 win over Sioux North.
