Local author Frank Maraj’s first fictional novel coming soon 10 February 2021 Merna Emara Staff Writer Frank Maraj, a teacher and a writer in the Rainy River District, just released his first …
Fort Frances Council approves tax increase 10 February 2021 Merna Emara Staff Writer During last week’s budget meeting, the Fort Frances council approved a tax increase of two per …
Community Chest still active in the region 10 February 2021 Merna Emara Staff Writer Community Chest, a Fort Frances volunteer-based organization, is still working to serve residents of the Rainy …
COVID-19 Chamber calls for cohesive aproach to reopening economy 10 February 2021 Staff As the province mulls over how to re-open the province, the Fort Frances Chamber of Commerce has a few …
Local businesses benefit from new provincial funding 10 February 2021 Natali Trivuncic Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Kenora-Rainy River MPP Greg Rickford along with four small businesses in northwestern Ontario discussed …
COVID-19 Vigilance still needed after the lockdown is lifted 8 February 2021 Natali Trivuncic Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Dr. Kit Young Hoon, medical officer of health at the Northwestern Health Unit (NWHU), …
Simplifying goals means better success 4 February 2021 Staff The dawn of a new year (even a year like 2020) is a great time to take stock of …
Bylaw and police investigating attacks 4 February 2021 Staff The Town of Fort Frances and Ontario Provincial Police are investigating a pair of recent dog attacks in town.…
Lack of government funding leaves uncertain future for local tourism industry 3 February 2021 The border closure has been an ongoing struggle for businesses, but more specifically for seasonal tourist businesses that rely on …
COVID-19 Migrating south no more; snowbirds grounded by COVID 3 February 2021 Merna Emara Staff Writer When the first whiff of crisp cold air hits the great white north, buckle up because …
COVID-19 Riverside residents celebrate arrival of Moderna vaccine 3 February 2021 Merna Emara Staff Writer The first dose of COVID-19 Moderna vaccines have been administered to Riverside’s long-term care residents in …
Retired during a pandemic: career reflections and future hopes 3 February 2021 Merna Emara Staff Writer Set your alarm. Go to bed. Wake up. Shower. Drink your coffee. Get dressed. Go to …