OMAFRA information request raises questions
Wednesday, Sep 2, 2020Farmers in the district have until September 9 to have their voices heard in regards to a recent decision in Ontario's agriculture sector.
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Newspaper contest deadline extended
Wednesday, Sep 2, 2020If you thought you'd missed your chance to enter the “This Old newspaper!?” Reader Contest, you're in luck. The Ontario Community Newspaper's Association has extended the deadline, to allow school participation, now that it's confirmed that classes are back. Entrants now have until Thursday, October 8, to turn in their creations.
Hospital workers continue fight against Bill 195
Wednesday, Sep 2, 2020Hospital workers held their second rally in Fort Frances to oppose Bill 195 on August 29 in front of MPP Greg Rickford’s constituency office on 279 Scott St.
Emo mayor investigated by integrity commissioner
Wednesday, Sep 2, 2020Emo Mayor Harold McQuaker is currently being investigated by the township's integrity commissioner. Because the investigation is active, the nature of the complaint will not be disclosed until a decision is made.
During the public portion of the last Emo municipal council meeting, McQuaker disclosed that he is being investigated, but has declined further comment.
Emo museum seeking volunteers
Wednesday, Sep 2, 2020Board members of the Rainy River District Women's Institute Emo Museum are feeling cautiously optimistic for the future of the historic facility.
Safety plans in place but concerns remain as schools set to reopen
Wednesday, Sep 2, 2020Kids and parents are getting set to return to the classroom over the next week, but for teachers and education staff, the work is already in full swing. School staff have been cleaning surfaces, placing distancing stickers, and undergoing training on emerging health and safety recommendations.
Darlene Comegan re-elected Chief
Wednesday, Sep 2, 2020Chief Darlene Comegan has been re-elected to a second term in Northwest Angle #33 last Wednesday. Ogichidaa Francis Kavanaugh and Grand Council Treaty #3 congratulate her on her victory, which took place last Wednesday.
Artists in the Park comes to Sioux Narrows
Wednesday, Sep 2, 2020
Sanitization and ventilation key safety measures on buses, but distancing measures limited
Wednesday, Aug 26, 2020The province of Ontario is two weeks from welcoming back their two million students, with no plans in place for physical distancing procedures when riding school buses.
Ontario adding 200 new officers
Wednesday, Aug 26, 2020New Hires Will Protect Communities and Support Wellness of Frontline PersonnelPP) officers. These new recruits will provide OPP frontline officers with the additional resources they need to better protect communities, while safeguarding their mental health and well-being.