Robin McCormick The Emo-La Vallee-Chapple Health Communities Coalition once again will be hosting a “tour of lights” for seniors tomorrow (Dec. 2). This is a free bus tour to view the Christmas lights around Emo. Pick-up will be at the Golden Age Manor and Queen Street Manor at 6 p.m. […]
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Staff There certainly was a medal rush going on for Border Skating Club skaters in Winnipeg this past weekend. Six locals combined for a total of 12 medals at the SuperSkate Competition, led by Jayde Wright, who took home hardware in all three of her events. Wright finished first in […]
the MNR Four southern Ontario men have been convicted of charges related to illegal moose hunting. Anton Gerritsen Jr. and Anton Gerritsen Sr., both of Cayuga, Shank A. Vanderheide of Canfield, and James E. Kruis of St. George each were fined $1,000 for obstructing a Ministry of Natural Resources’ conservation […]
Dave Ogilvie The Emo-La Vallee-Chapple Healthy Communities Coalition once again will be hosting a “tour of lights” for seniors tomorrow evening (Dec. 2). This is a free bus tour of the town of Emo to view Christmas lights. Pick-up will be at Golden Age Manor and Queen Street Manor at […]
Dave Ogilvie Christmas is a time for family reunions and spending time together. As such, Emo’s Chamber of Commerce this year has made a special effort to plan activities during “Holly Daze” that parents and their children can do together. Whether it’s checking out the toy displays at Tompkins Home […]
Dave Ogilvie Ever-popular theme baskets back once again For as many years as most of us can remember, the “penny table” has been a recognized part of church fundraising and other social events. Although the name is somewhat obscure, most people would agree that at some point in history, you […]
Peggy Revell While some may be cursing all the snow that’s been falling here so far this winter, it’s been a boon for Emo businesses as they head into the holiday season. “The early snowfall definitely helps in getting people in the winter mood a lot earlier,” said Borderland Esso […]
Dave Ogilvie Misty River Alternatives, housed in a small building midway down Front Street, has been running since March, 2006. That’s when owners Mary and Naomi Martin purchased the stock, started up their business, and began offering their healthy alternatives to the people of Emo. With the public’s increased interest […]
Dan Falloon The Muskie football team announced winners for four awards last night at the Fort Frances Curling Club. Lineman Chris Bobczynski, fresh off being named to the Currie Division’s all-conference team, captured MVP honours while Britton Green was named defensive player of the year. Ian Grant captured the outstanding […]
Dan Falloon The Muskie girls’ hockey team has seen its share of struggles to start the NorWOSSA season. A fair portion of the tough times can be attributed to a short bench hit by the injury bug, but head coach Mel Langtry also isn’t satisfied with the effort he’s getting […]
Staff The Dynamic Homes Hurricanes beat a warpath through Warroad on the weekend, but there was a brief detour on their journey to gold and they had to settle for silver instead. The local Atom girls’ competitive team opened play with a 13-0 romp over the host Warriors on Friday […]
Dan Falloon After a dominating past few years for the Muskie junior boys’ basketball team, the squad is entering this season with question marks as it rebuilds. The black-and-gold is coming off another NorWOSSA championship, having dominated Dryden 71-34 in last year’s final. But with the Grade 10 leadership of […]
