Local News from Across the Rainy River District
An announcement about the US.-Canada border reopening has been something many border businesses and tourists have been waiting for. The day has finally come and American tourists will be allowed to cross over to Canada, but with the spread of the Delta variant, there is some worry. After almost two […]
After three intense days of fishing, and some stormy weather to boot, one team has emerged victorious from the 2021 Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship (FFCBC) – and broken a decades-old record in the process. Troy Norman and Jay Samsal, Team 4, were crowned the winners of this year’s tournament […]
The Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU) has crossed another vaccination milestone, with more than 80 per cent of those aged 18 and older in the region having received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. In addition, 67 per cent of people aged 12 and older in the region have […]
Nurses frustrated by a cap in wage increas- es, and diminished bargaining power; union anticipates exodus of nurses A rally was held yesterday morning in front of La Verendrye General Hospital in Fort Frances in order to protest against wage cuts. This comes after Ontario Premier Doug Ford passed a […]
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 […]
