Thunder Bay-Rainy River MP was one of the invited speakers to the annual Rainy River District Municipal Association (RRDMA) meeting held at the Nestor Falls Community Hall last Saturday, January 10, 2026. Powlowski gave an update on the work done by his office in 2025, including continuing to advocate for […]
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– Riverside Health Care photo
Riverside Health Care has announced that the first baby of 2026 has been born, marking the beginning of both a new year and a new beginning for a local. According to a press release from Riverside Health Care, the first baby born at their facilities came into the world at […]
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Fort Frances mayor Andrew Hallikas, left, and Alzheimer Society of Kenora-Rainy River Districts client services coordinator Mary O’Con-or, right, were joined by a number of local supporters for the raising of the Alzheimer Society flag at the Fort Frances Civic Centre on January 6, 2026, to mark the beginning of […]
By Times Staff
Riverside Health Care has handed out the largest single-month 50/50 jackpot ever distributed by an organization in the Rainy River District at $27,952.50, a total it credited to strong and ongoing community support. Julia (Charmaine) Herbert of Fort Frances took home the record-breaking pot, calling it a wonderful surprise that […]
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Jim Hudson of Lowerys Fort Frances pulled the winning ticket for the first of the Kiwanis Club of Fort Frances’ 2026 Trip of the Month draws on the morning of Friday, January 2, 2026. Shirley Larson was the winner of a Wonders of Turkey trip, valued at $4,400. Next month’s […]
A record-breaker! Jackie and Gerry Guimond of Fort Frances have taken home the largest-ever pot in the Riverside Health Care 50/50 Lights, Camera, DIAGNOSIS! raffle with November’s $15,445 windfall. “It’s not all about the money,” according to Jackie. “It’s not about winning, it’s about contributing to our care here.” Friends […]
– Ken Kellar photo
CIBC Community General Manager Ben Norton pulled the winning ticket for the final 2025 Kiwanis Trip of the Month draw yesterday, December 2, 2025. Nikki Bagacki is the winner of a trip to Spain – Canary Islands, valued at $4,100. Tickets are now sold out for next year’s draws. January […]
By Times Staff
On Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, the Fort Frances Muskies Football team held its annual awards banquet at the Fort Frances High School Cafeteria. The evening was an opportunity to look back on a successful season despite falling short of the goal of a championship. Each of the awards were presented […]
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The Fort Frances water tower was slowly unveiled after several months’ work on Monday. In addition to interior work, the water tower has been given a facelift. The scaffolding will be removed over next few weeks revealing a surprise new design, hinted at between floors of scaffold.
By Robin McCormick
Emo/Devlin Correspondent
Emo/Devlin Correspondent
Once again the St. Marys CWL hosted a lovely Christmas Bazaar on Sunday, November 16. This group of ladies saw to it that everyone attending enjoyed their afternoon. The decorating of the tables and snowflakes and other decorations put everyone in the Christmas spirit. Delicious sandwiches and dainties were served […]
By Times Staff
Kenora-Rainy River MPP Greg Rickford announced almost $700,000 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) to support three projects in Fort Frances. Minister of Northern Economic Development and Growth George Pirie says it’s important to support municpalities’ priorities. “We are supporting the priorities of communities and organizations that contribute […]
Dozens turned out to cenotaphs in Fort Frances and Couchiching First Nation this morning to observe the annual Remembrance Day ceremonies. Above, members of the 908 Rainy Lakes Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron took their positions for the ceremony, standing in as vigil sentries. Below, Grand Council Treaty #3 Gaakinawataagizod […]
