Local News from Across the Rainy River District
MANITOULIN—In a new position statement released last month, the Canadian Paediatric Society is urging something that may unsettle parents and policymakers alike: test children — all children — for cholesterol, starting as young as two years old. The reasoning is as stark as it is simple. Atherosclerosis — the slow, […]
THUNDER BAY — New leaders in the prospecting world are highlighting the importance of building good relationships with local stakeholders, including First Nations. As his first year as president of the Northwestern Ontario Prospectors Association, Percy Clark plans to open consultation processes early in order to build relationships with local […]
The Rainy River District Festival of the Performing Arts continues this week with 79 vocal performances over two days of competition today and Thursday at the Fort Frances Knox United Church. Today’s session of vocal competitions included performances from the Cornerstone Christian School Grade 3/4 Choir and the Soaring Eagles […]
A respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) outbreak has ended at the Special Care Unit (SCU) and West Wing at Rainycrest Long Term Care Home, although the outbreak remains active on the East Wing, Riverside Health Care said Wednesday. “Enhanced masking protocols remain in effect across all Riverside facilities as part of […]
A new program for children and youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has been launched by Kenora – Rainy River Districts Child and Family Services (KRRDCFS) to provide enhanced services designed specifically for the needs of people living on the spectrum. “A lot of clinicians felt inadequately prepared to work […]
The Township of Emo approved a request from its fire department to obtain a cost quote for the installation of a wireless system for opening the building’s bay doors, at its regular council meeting on Tuesday. The council also approved a financial plan proposal from the Ontario Clean Water Agency […]
Following a pair of wins against the Kam River Walleye on home turf, the Fort Frances Lakers lost their first away game 4-1. The two teams are currently facing off in the semifinals of the SIJHL’s playoff series, and the Fort Frances Lakers are still leading 2-1 after last night’s […]
THUNDER BAY – “We’re making tangible progress,” the head of the Thunder Bay Art Gallery says as construction continues, despite the chilly waterfront weather. “Certainly the shores of Lake Superior present its own challenges in terms of weather and working conditions but we are making really strong progress,” Matthew Hills, […]
The Ontario legislature has agreed to recognize “the vitality and importance of rural Ontario” by designating the third week of September of every year as Rural Ontario Week. The legislature voted in favour of the idea first proposed as a private member’s motion by local MPP Billy Denault. Speaking to […]
After getting a bye to sit out the first round of SIJHL playoff action, the Fort Frances Lakers have started their semifinal games strong with a pair of wins against the Kam River Walleye last Friday and Saturday nights at the Ice for Kids Arena in Fort Frances. The Lakers […]
The Fort Frances Lakers will head into Kam River’s barn tonight for their third game in a best-of-seven semifinal series after taking the first two with tough-fought 2-1 and 5-4 victories at home. The Lakers are likely facing another close battle against the Fighting Walleye tonight and Wednesday after two […]
Telecommunications provider Tbaytel has opened the 2026 application process for community groups to apply for funding through its Tbaytel For Good Community Fund, which will distribute $30,000 among winning entries. The application window for the competition, which began on Monday, closes on May 20. The fund is open to teachers, […]
