Mr. Gordon Woollard generously donated $5,000 to the Rainy River District Women’s Institute Museum in Emo. This donation took place last Thursday, July 7, while Mr. Woollard was attending the annual Pie and Coffee fundraiser at the museum. Mr. Woollard made the donation in memory of his late wife Margaret. […]
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–Allan Bradbury photo
Bailey Morris navigates her way through the obstacle course at a bike workshop at Point Park yesterday afternoon. Bicycle safety was top of mind as UNFC, Gizhewaadiziwin Health Access Centre and The Northwestern Health Unit came together for the event. Bike adjustments and minor repairs as well as helmet fittings […]
–Allan Bradbury photos
There were all sorts of special deals, tasty treats, and fun to be had in downtown Fort Frances today, July 6, 2023, for Mall Days, put on by the Fort Frances BIA. In addition to regular Rainy Lake Square activities, classic cars were on display, plenty of stores had special […]
- Allan Bradbury photo
The Fort Frances BIA (Business Improvement Area) have kicked off summer with Mall Days, held today on Scott Street. Local businesses got into the spirit with fun and special events. There were sidewalk sales, a car show, makers and bakers and the ever-popular cotton candy, at Rainy Lake Square.
Riverside Foundation for Health Care is excited to announce that the winner of the June 50/50 jackpot is Kelly Plichta of Fort Frances, with the winning ticket number DD-6223007. Kelly is the lucky recipient of $9,658 with the same amount going to the Foundation. The draw was made Thursday, June […]
—Daniel Adam photos
Residents at Rainycrest Long Term Care got to enjoy a senior prom last month, with a grand march around the facility, drinks, and live music.
- Allan Bradbury photos
The Fort Frances High School graduating class of 2023 took their walk across the stage at the Fort Frances Memorial Sports Complex last Thursday night. The arena was full of family and friends who greeted the students and acknowledged their accomplishments. FFHS vice-principal Dan Bird was the Master of Ceremonies […]
– Allan Bradbury and Ken Kellar photos
There was no shortage of fun to be had across the Rainy River District on Saturday, July 1, 2023, for Canada Day. Those in Fort Frances saw the annual parade, as well as activities as the Point park and La Place Rendez-Vous, while the fairgrounds in Emo were turned into […]
– Ken Kellar photos
Hallett Brewing held a successful soft opening on Saturday, July 1, 2023, welcoming eager patrons for the first time to try out beer on tap or in cans, tasty snacks, or to grab some Hallett Brewing merchandise. Owners Andrew (top left) and Tanya (bottom left) Mueller have been hard at […]
It’s not hard to find your silly face when you’re out enjoying a hot summer Canada Day at the Point Park, as these youngsters can attest. Activities for the holiday took part across the district, from the Canada Day parade and subsequent activities at the Point in Fort Frances, to […]
- Ken Kellar and Allan Bradbury photos
Canada’s birthday bash was a huge success, with a pancake breakfast, parade, and kids activities at the Point. The day was capped off with a fireworks display. The day involved a variety of partners, including Beyak Automotive, the Royal Canadian Legion, the Town of Fort Frances and others.
– Ken Kellar photo
Sarah Noonan of La Place Rendez-Vous pulled the winning ticket for the Fort Frances Kiwanis Club’s All-Cruise Trip of the Month draw for July this morning. Nathan Svoboda of Fort Frances is the winner of a British Isles cruise, valued at $4,600. Next month’s draw will be for a Western […]
