Local News

Fun Fly attracts nearly 40 pilots

Ken Johnston
Editor

It was a high-flying success!


Province urges public to "bear-proof" their property

The Ministry of Natural Resources is urging cottagers, campers and municipalities to be ‘bear aware’ and to work together to avoid attracting bears.


Celebrating 100 years of Glory - Douglas family member helped Rev. Imes with baptisms

Norma-Jean Johnston
Special to the Record

The memories of the Norlund and Douglas families are inextricably entwined with each other and with Knox United Church in Rainy River. These are the reminiscences of Susan (Norlund) and Mark Douglas, who were married at Knox on August 22nd, 1972, and have recently returned to make Rainy River their retirement home.


15th Annual Railroad Daze set to steam into Rainy River tomorrow

Ken Johnston
Editor

Railroad Daze is set to arrive in Rainy River tomorrow and will provide fun for everyone until Sunday night!


RR scores two more wins

Ken Johnston
Editor

The Rainy River Legion Royals men’s fastball team stands alone at the top of the Rainy River District Fastball league with an impressive 14 and 1 record.


Lt. Gov. visits Rainy River

Ken Johnston
Editor

Last Wednesday the Town of Rainy River was graced with the presence of the Queen’s provincial representative Lieutenant Governor James Bartleman.


Six birds tested, all negative - No sign of West Nile Virus in this region

Ken Johnston
Editor

While there has been no positive tests that the West Nile Virus is in the region there have been at least six birds tested for it since it was confirmed to be in Ontario last August 21, 2001.


Stratton Centennial Committee writing a book on Morley Township

The Stratton Centennial Committee is accepting submissions for Morley’s History Book. If you or your family has lived in the area at some time, please submit your stories for inclusion in the book.


Program seeks to help kids in their ‘Early Years’

Ken Johnston
Editor

A new provincial program has set up shop in the region to help with the development of children in their early years.


Ontario’s Lietenant Governor to visit Rainy River Wednesday

The Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, the Hon. James K. Bartleman will be visiting the Rainy River District this Wednesday.


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