Local News from Across the Rainy River District
When I visit the farms now I take for granted the conveniences and equipment that make work faster and easier. This hot dry weather though reminds me of another thing that is very different. That is turning on a tap indoors or out and having water gush out. Every drop […]
Tour de Fort is back! Eighteen long months after the COVID-19 pandemic forced the cancellation of public gatherings, Tour de Fort (www.tourdefort.com) is thrilled to announce the return of touring acts to the Rainy River District with the generous support of Heritage Canada. On Saturday, August 14th, join us for […]
The Fort Frances Senior Centre proved that it’s never too early for some holiday cheer. Organizers at the facility treated its membership to a Christmas in July party. Santa shed his red suit for a pair of shorts, but the party was complete with decorations, tree and Christmas goodies. – […]
Bouncy castles and family games being organized in place of midway After a rocky start, the Emo Fair is underway, and planning is full speed ahead. Angela Halvorsen, board member of the Rainy River Valley Agricultural Society, said they received the go ahead in early July and since then they […]
Restrictions have eased and Smear players have started shuffling in again. As we have computer classes on Tuesdays, for the time being we will be playing cards on Monday and Friday at 1:15 p.m. The Wednesday drop-in will take place Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to noon, as the afternoon is […]
It’s another championship in the books, and not even a scaled-down version could stop it from being a success. The 2021 Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship wound to a close on Saturday afternoon, seeing the angling team of Troy Norman and Jay Samsal crowned the winners, breaking a decades-old tournament […]
We sat down with defending Wissota Midwest Modified Champion #14C Cody Ossachuk. What is your favourite track food? Pizza When did you start racing? 17 Why did you start racing? I have been going to the races all throughout my childhood. Greg Ferris was a great inspiration for me, as […]
Raice Westover, Brandon Rehill and Jamie Davis take the top spots at last weekend’s races. On most Saturdays the race cars take to the track for hot laps at 7 pm but the real action doesn’t start until 7:30pm, when the first green flag is dropped. Unfortunately this week for […]
Overall race results Overall number Brand Name Home Moto1 Moto2 85cc 7-11 1 77a KAW Aiden Mctavish Devlin 2 1 2 47 KAW Ethan Chiappetta Thunder Bay 3 2 3 665 KTM Trenton Krelove Thunder Bay 5 3 4 16 YAM Ben Pilot Thunder Bay 4 4 5 14 KAW […]
He holds a marker in the morning and a lathe at night. Ron Cameron’s woodwork is not like any other. From coffee tables to deck chairs, the rustic charm makes his carvings a little extra special. Cameron, 45, owns Woodenearth designs and is also a teacher at Nestor Falls School. […]
Self-care is often categorized under the likes of facial treatments or a massage, but for Jessica Marissen, 32, calligraphy is the best way to clear her head. As a busy mom of two young children, Marissen said practicing calligraphy and creating is something she makes a priority, to de-stress and […]
TORONTO – Ontario has asked the federal government to ensure Canadians who received mixed COVID-19 vaccines will be recognized for international travel as border measures lift. Health Minister Christine Elliott and Solicitor General Sylvia Jones wrote to Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Dominic LeBlanc and other officials on Sunday about the issue. […]
