March 23, 2007 Isabella passed away peacefully, at the Rainy River Health Centre, at the age of 97.
She is survived by her son, David & daughter-in-law Sharon, grandson Colin & his wife Laura, and their daughter Marion, and grandson Ian.

Frieda Wagner 97 of Rainy River, Ont, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2007 at the Rainy River Hospital, Rainy River, and Ont.
Frieda was born May 28, 1909 in Germany. She immigrated to Canada in 1930 with her husband and two children. They settled in the Rainy River area, farming most of their lives and raised their four children.

By Ken Johnston
Editor

Lest we forget...
Every November 11th Canadians pause to remember those that gave the supreme sacrifice for our freedom.
For decades the Canadian Legion has spearheaded those Remembrance Day ceremonies and also coordinated several other programs like the poppy program.

News Release
OVMA

TORONTO, March 21 /CNW/ - The Ontario Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA) is urging pet owners to check pet food labels against the list of foods recalled by Menu Foods at www.menufoods.com/recall, and to monitor their cats and dogs for signs of acute renal failure.

By Ashley Sharp
RRHS reporter

Last week marked opening day for the Badminton team as they went to compete in their first tournament of the year.
Mr. Salvaterra, Junior team coach, said, “On Thursday March 22nd, the RRHS Owls badminton team set off to Fort Frances to compete in the year’s first exhibition tournament. Overall, the tournament was a great success, with Rainy River holding their own and turning in an impressive showing. Being cheered on by fellow teammates and some eager parents who made the drive, both our Juniors and Seniors proved that they were Norwossa material. For the juniors, Jordan Hansen and Reagan Arnould led the charge finishing 2nd and 4th respectively in the Boys singles division. The Jr. Boys doubles teams shook off some early jitters to send the Muskies packing and place in the middle of the pack. For the Jr. Girls, Rylea Lauzon (single) and the team of Kate Bartlett and Brenley Anderson finished 3rd in their respective divisions Both Jr Mixed Doubles teams (Johnson & Jodoin and McQuaker/ Whetzel) also has an impressive day finishing in the top three.

By Ken Johnston
Editor

The Tim Nordin Rink was 2-1 after four draws at the National Hydrant (Firefighters) Championship in Thunder Bay on Sunday.

His rink of Dale Morrison, Dave Seguin and Dale Ossachuk, are representing N. Ont. and defeated Alta. 11-4 and PEI 9-4, had a bye and lost to Que 13-5.

By Melanie Mathieson
Gardening Guru

Many people tell me that they do not have a green thumb or are not gardeners. I always tell them anyone can grow plants successfully indoors or outdoors without some good directions. Others argue that those who grow plants indoors are not gardeners. Well I strongly disagree. I started growing houseplants when I was about 5 years old. I had houseplants long before I ever had my own property where I could plant flowerbeds and a vegetable garden. I have vast experience growing many types and varieties of houseplants as well as working in a greenhouse caring for houseplants. My first badges as a Brownie and a Girl Guide were for gardening and I used houseplants for my projects. So whether you your goal is to grow plants indoors or an entire yard full you can learn many things by starting with just one houseplant. I encourage you to discover your green thumb and call your self a gardener - get a houseplant.

By Al Lowe
Contributor

I would guess that a lot of people have actually seen this bird, but just passed it off as another funny shaped duck.
Grebes are water birds, good swimmers, divers, and fishermen. They spend their entire lives on the water, after they are only A few hours old. They don’t have webbed feet like ducks, but have ‘lobed’ toes instead. Each toe is swollen and flattened, so the foot is a good swimming device.

By Pastor Gord Armstrong
RR Ministerial

Happy Easter Everyone! We will celebrate this day on April 8, just a short 12 days away. So, do you ever wonder just why we celebrate Easter? What is so significant about that day? We pull out our best spring outfits, shine our shoes, get a new do-o (hair cut and set) boy do we put on the dog. Then looking our best we venture off to church.