Final Early Learning Programs Approved

(Rainy River District School Board photo)


The provincial government has given approval to area school boards to begin planning for full day kindergarten in 2013 and 2014.

Sturgeon Creek School in Chapple township, J.W. Walker in Fort Frances and Donald Young in Emo have been approved for the program beginning September 2013.

Crossroads in Devlin, Mine Centre School, Riverview in Rainy River, Nestor Falls School, McCrosson-Tovell School in Berglund and Our Lady of the Way School in Stratton will start a year later.

Legislation Adjourns Early

Opposition politicians are upset with the McGuinty Liberals after the government adjourned the legislature one day ahead of schedule.

New Democrat House Leader Peter Kormos says it shows the government's fear of having to defend themselves -- for even one more day.

Progressive Conservative House Leader John Yakabuski says there's no reason to prorogue the legislature, especially without any notice or explanation.

The Liberals say they have accomplished a lot over the session, and Ontarians should be focusing on the legislation that was passed, not on the exact day the House rises.

MPP's won't be back now until after the October election.

Cellphone Warnings Wanted

The NDP want warnings that come in cellphone booklets to be placed right on the phones themselves.

It follows word from the World Health Organization that cellphones and other wireless devices may put people at greater risk of cancer.

New Democrat Frances Gelinas says that should prompt governments to act.

Census Takers go Door-to-Door

Employees with Census Canada have started going door-to-door in the Rainy River district as part of this year's Census.

Those who have not completed the questionnaire, in paper form or on-line, can do so at the door.

All interviewers have an identification card that features their photo and census logo.