MUD LAKE CITY—More than 650 people from across the region braved the heat Sunday to attend the eighth-annual music fest at Mud Lake City—a museum-type village located south of Devlin. But Mud Lake City owner Betty Salchert noted there definitely were more attendees than that. In fact, they may have […]
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The best lessons often are learned in the face of tough opposition. The Sight & Sound Wolves took several valuable lessons away from the North American Fastpitch Association (NAFA) World Series in Appleton and Kimberly, Wis. over past weekend. Foremost amongst the teachings? “We can be competitive down there,” infielder […]
While today marks the first day back to school for students across the district, it also is the very first day for the youngest ones—the three- and four-year-olds entering kindergarten. For them, the first day of school can be scary. But the Rainy River District School Board tries to lessen […]
Council agreed Monday night to try and get University of Manitoba architecture students to come here in the future and lend their skills to local development projects, such as those in the Downtown Core committee’s report. A report from Planning and Development Superintendent Rick Hallam said the Planning and Development […]
FORT FRANCES—Through a combination of cuts and transfers from reserves, the Rainy River District School Board was able to pass a balanced budget at a special meeting Tuesday night—but not without hesitation. “I don’t think any one of us is happy with this budget. I think we will pass it […]
Emo residents soon will be paying $7 more every two months for their water, sewer, and garbage services after council approved the increases at its regular meeting last Tuesday night at the community centre. Reeve Ed Carlson had proposed the rate hikes during a public meeting beforehand, which attracted nearly […]
Dale LaBelle and Karl Howells are hoping the third time is lucky. The pair of anglers, from Devlin and Fort Frances, respectively, were the runners-up at the second-annual International Falls Bass Championship that wrapped up Saturday—an improvement of one spot from their third-place finish in the inaugural event a year […]
The mark of a true champion is not how an athlete performs on their best day, but rather how they perform when they are struggling. Jean Dick displayed her championship ability on Sunday at the inaugural Heron Landing Ladies Open golf tournament. Dick persevered through what was admittedly not her […]
It’s great to see that interest in the upcoming municipal election here already is taking shape—well before the nomination deadline of Friday, Sept. 29 at 5 p.m. To his credit, Mayor Dan Onichuk let it be known way back in January that he would be seeking a second term. Then […]
Dear Mr. Editor: There is not an hourly newscast goes by without the stating of the word “terrorist(s)” in our “brave new world.” Canadian politicians “bought into” this frenzy and dragged the country with them in, too (whatever the script is). The incompetence and insanity of the government is manifested […]
Dear sir: Re: “From the Publisher’s Pen” of Aug. 23, 2006 (Why can’t we generate energy?). Your article touches on matters the resolution of which I believe will have very significant and long-term ramifications for Rainy River District. It is because of my concern for the district, and my on-going […]
Dear editor: I would like to thank everyone who helped make my bike ride to Emo for Terry Fox a success. To everyone who donated money, wished me well, and said a few prayers, I thank you, Also to my family for their support and help, and for the welcoming […]
