Duane Hicks This is just a fraction of the books Revco Carpet has had donated for its annual fundrasier book sale this week. The book sale runs today through Friday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and again Saturday from 9 a.m.-noon. The public can drop by the store at 950 Fifth […]
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Press Release The federal and provincial governments are working together to make long-term infrastructure investments to create economic growth, build inclusive communities, and support a low-carbon, “green” economy-leading to a higher quality of life for all Canadians. On March 14, federal Infrastructure and Communities minister Amarjeet Sohi and provincial Infrastructure […]
Sam Odrowski Locally-grown food will be celebrated at La Place Rendez-Vous this Friday (March 23) during Cloverbelt’s “Winter Farm to Fork” event. Those who attend will receive a three-course meal created by a local chef using locally-sourced ingredients from Cloverbelt’s producers. “All the main ingredients used in preparing the meal […]
I remember Saturday morning cartoons with great fondness. I know we “older generation” types can be nostalgic fools, none more so than me, and our traditions and habits tend to outshine those of the generations following when we set about engaging in comparison duels and usually, not always but often, […]
Yesterday was the official first day of spring but signs of spring have been everywhere. Back on March 14, one could see slush holes opening up on the Rainy River in front of the main street in Emo. By Thursday afternoon from that same street view, the river was open […]
It is with great sadness that the family of Eva Mattson announces her passing on Saturday, March 17, 2018 at Rainycrest Long-Term Care in Fort Frances, Ont. Eva was born on Aug. 17, 1937 to Joseph and Irene Unger in Fort Frances. She was united in marriage to Jack Mattson […]
With profound sadness, the family announces the sudden passing of Brenda Joyce Richardson (nee Sisco), 77, of Alberton Township, Ont. on Monday, Feb. 26, 2018. Brenda was born on Oct. 20, 1940 in Emo, Ont. to Paul and Bernice (nee Nielson) Sisco and was raised in North Branch, Ont. She […]
A funeral service and interment for Kevin Morrisseau was held at Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church at Couchiching First Nation, Ont. on Monday, March 19, 2018 at 11 a.m., with Fr. Ben Hadrich officiating. Kevin passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 11, 2018 in Grand Marais, Mn. at […]
With great sadness, the family announces the sudden passing of John Landry, 62, of Fort Frances Ont., on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances. John was born on Jan. 16, 1956 to Leo and Thelma Landry and raised in Campbell’s Bay, Que. John drove pulp […]
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of William “Bill” Renzo Loney, 77, of Rainycrest Long-Term Care in Fort Frances, Ont. and formerly of Emo, Ont., on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2018. A celebration of Bill’s life will take place Saturday, March 24, 2018 at 2 p.m. […]
With his Loving family at his side, Jim passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at La Verendrye Hospital in Fort Frances, Ont. Jim was born on June 30, 1931 to the late Anna and John Meek of Sprague, Man., where he was raised. He met the love of […]
Robin McCormickDevlin correspondent Guthrie United Church in Devlin will hold its annual tea and bake sale on Saturday, April 7 at the Devlin Hall. The fun-filled event takes place from 2-3:30 p.m., with the draws beginning at 3 p.m. There also will be a penny table and cookie walk. Admission […]







