Local News from Across the Rainy River District
You know who is amazing? It’s pretty clear. They are stellar and epic in so many ways. Perhaps it’s because of the natural beauty of our region—the iridescent shimmer of the landscape, the incandescent canopy of stars that stretches above our town—but there seems to be a steady gravitational pull […]
As the holiday season is already upon us, I look to the traditions that this season brings to us. For many it includes a Christmas Eve service. For some it begins with a special Christmas Eve meal. For some it may be waiting for last minute arrivals of children and […]
DID YOU KNOW? December sees a significant increase in fire risks, often due to common Christmas season hazards. With Christmas approaching and decorations likely already up, it is absolutely essential to dedicate time now to practice fire safety measures. Making smart choices is the key to ensuring a cheerful, safe, […]
Once again I am coming to you from an airport waiting on a delayed flight. It seems normal for me but I always try to remind myself that everything happens for a reason so perhaps it is safer for me to be sitting waiting. This is my last trip until February […]
The Emo Knox United Church, with the support of the Emo Senior’s Centre and New Gold, are offering a free frozen Turkey Dinner Takeout or delivery, to the west end of the district. Call Coleen at 482-2280 to order a meal. There will be a special breakfast with Santa on […]
This time of year, we are called to think of those for whom Christmas is difficult, for those who find the season more about loss than giving, more about heartache than joy. I think as we age, we become more aware of those whose Christmas spirit has drained away. The […]
It happened just over 44 years ago. A soccer team filled a Canadian city with European emotions. Victory-mad fans. An unimaginable sports parade – 100,000 strong – that may never be seen in Canada again, or at least until the Toronto Maple Leafs win the Stanley Cup. This was Vancouver […]
There is a beautiful paradox in our world. It sits within the very heart and soul of the human story. It is a tension indescribably fundamental, ancient, sacred, and gently profound. It is also very easy to forget that it holds our societies together. It is this: We are individuals. […]
I recently had an interesting conversation with Scott Fawcett about the value of parents supporting youth sports. Whether it is swimming, football, hockey, figure skating, dance, performing arts, or baseball, without their financial support and commitment, those programs would cease to exist. One of the most significant points that he […]
DID YOU KNOW? In a single year, falls among children result in: Although falling is a normal and expected part of childhood—essential for learning to walk, climb, and play—the injury risk is significant. Falls are, in fact, the leading cause of injury-related hospital admissions for children from birth to age […]
Yikes: it always seems a bit scary when you see December 1st on your calendar! We are trying to cut back on gifts this year but there are still a few special people that I want to gift something. Honestly, I love giving gifts, it is just figuring out what […]
The rural school students are getting in the Christmas spirit by planning and rehearsing their parts for their schools concert or activity. This year’s school concerts/activities are as follows: Crossroads: December 18 at 6 p.m. Donald Young School: December 11 at 6 p.m. A holiday craft night and bake sale. […]
