Fort Frances man charged with animal cruelty
A Fort Frances man is facing a charge of animal cruelty. The charge stems from complaints from a resident earlier this month about a dog in distress. After speaking to the resident, OPP say they reached out to Animal Welfare Services for assistance in their investigation. This led to a 24-year-old being arrested. He wa...
May 17, 2024
Campfires good to go but do it safely
The May long weekend is the start of the fishing season and unofficially the start of campfires. Recent wet weather has helped keep the wildland fire hazard for much of northwestern Ontario in the low range. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry says it is still important to be vigilant about your campfire and...
May 17, 2024
Ontario receiving funding for child care spaces
The federal government has announced a $201.87 million in funding to create more child care spaces in Ontario. This investment is part of the previously announced $625 million Early Learning and Child Care Infrastructure Fund and will help Ontario move towards its goal of creating 86,000 new child care spaces by 2026. ...
May 16, 2024
Confederation College announces incoming president
Confederation College has announced its new president. Michelle Salo is taking on the role as of September 1, 2024. Salo began working at the college in 2019 as the Vice President of Finance and Administration and progressed to become the Chief Operating Officer in 2022. "We are pleased to welcome Michelle Salo as...
May 16, 2024
NOSM U/OPSEU strike new deal
NOSM University and the Ontario Public Service Employees Union have ratified a new deal. It impacts about 160 office, clerical, administrative, technical and service staff. The deal includes increases in wages and improvements to health benefits. The four-year deal is retroactive to the beginning of this month.
May 15, 2024
New sanctions proposed for impaired drivers
The provincial government is getting tough on impaired drivers. New legislation proposes the installation of ignition interlock devices upon conviction and a lifetime driving ban if their actions lead to the death of another. Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sakaria says police report a 30 per cent increase in impaired...
May 15, 2024
Kircher officially resigns council seat
There is now a vacant seat on Fort Frances council. The town clerk's office says David Kircher officially submitted his resignation on Tuesday. It follows the release of an Integrity Commissioner's report that identified Kircher made several violations of the council code of conduct. The process of finding his replacem...
May 15, 2024
Councillors stepping forward for new pool tables
A lengthy debate over pool tables has two Fort Frances councillors now raising money for their purchase. The new tables will be used at the Sister Kennedy Centre. It had two snooker tables, but one was taken out of commission when it was revealed the rails did not fit properly. Pool players also expressed concern that ...
May 15, 2024
Celebration of life for Arthur Irving planned for Saturday
The life of Arthur Irving will be celebrated during a private gathering on the weekend. Irving died from cancer on Monday in Boston. Tributes have been sent from near and far for the long-time businessman and philanthropist. They included notes from the prime minister, premiers, the business community and various unive...
May 15, 2024
Confederation College - Rainy River Campus - Drop In Application Assistance - Brian Tucker Interview
Confederation College Rainy River Campus in Fort Frances is hosting a "Drop In Application Assistance" event on May 15th! Hear the Manager of their Rainy River Campus in Fort Frances explain the details... Find additional details about this event here
May 15, 2024