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Rainy River Ambulance Service moves to new home

Ken Johnston

Ambulance services in Rainy River had come a long ways from the days where the local funeral director used a hearse to attend to ambulance calls; back in the 1950s and 60s.

Farmers say Bill 81 is vague and could be very costly

Ken Johnston

Thursday morning 27 farmers gathered at the Rainy River Legion to listen to five presenters voice concerns about Bill 81, The Nutrient Management Act.

Public meeting on Bill 81 to be held in RR Thursday

Ken Johnston
Editor

The crap may or may not hit the fan this Thursday as the Ontario government holds a public meeting on Bill 81, the Nutrient Management Act, at the Rainy River Legion.

Pinewood woman helps boost cancer victims’ self esteem

Michael Hilborn
Staff writer

Passing the hat is more than just a figure of speech for Rachel Korchak.

Landmark bridge gave Rainy River its name

Ken Johnston
Editor

For 102 years trains have been travelling through Rainy River, a town that received its name because of a bridge.

Local kids improve their literacy

Ken Johnston
Editor

Last week five students at Riverview Elementary School were honoured by their teacher and principal for completing the Reading Recovery and Later Literacy programs.

CN bridge to be replaced

Ken Johnston
Editor

A landmark that is more than 100 years in age will soon be replaced in Rainy River!

RRCA asks for federal money to run inspection station

Michael Hilborn
Fort Frances Times

The only privately-operated livestock inspection station in Canada is in danger of closing its chutes if the federal government doesn’t open its purse strings, says the Rainy River Cattlemen’s Association (RRCA).

Bell slow to deliver high speed internet

Michael Hilborn
Staff writer

The long-awaited, much anticipated DSL Internet service will be coming to the Rainy River District – but not just yet.

RRCA elect new board of directors

Ken Johnston
Editor

A new slate of officers was elected by the Rainy River Cattlemen’s Association (RRCA) at their annual meeting in Stratton last Wednesday and this year there will be a new president.

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