Local News

Norma-Jean Johnston
Special to the Record

Wilf Locking arrived in Rainy River with his wife, Audrey, and family in 1945, but he was no stranger to the United Church. He grew up in the Emo United Church, where there is a pew dedicated to his dad, George Locking.

Ken Johnston
Editor

It was a high-flying success!

Ken Johnston
Editor

The 15th annual Rainy River Railroad Daze was a resounding success!

Ken Johnston
Editor

While the town of Rainy River was abuzz with Railroad Daze activities other railroad news was building steam in Rainy River.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Ken Johnston
Editor

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