The Corporation of the Township of LaVallee is required by law to provide fire protection services to its residents. To do this they must have properly trained Firefighters, well maintained vehicles and the equipment necessary to safely and efficiently carry out these duties Currently there are 18 members on the […]
Columnists
I have stumbled upon the perfect solution to an issue in my life. I didn’t come up with this on my own; it is a borrowed idea, and it’s a brilliant one – a support animal. There are many on the list of animals who offer emotional support, the most […]
When Auston Matthews scored his 421st goal last weekend, he became the greatest goal scorer in Toronto Maple Leafs history, at age 28. As much as the facts support his status, in the world of Distant Replays has there ever been a greater goal scorer in the hearts of long-time […]
One of the brightest summer highlights in our town is Quest for the Best. We bring company, a common love of music, and a spirit of encouragement. Applause resonates for new musicians finding courage, as well as harmony veterans still chasing their bliss. From the crowd below the tent where […]
We should be in the season of optimism. We should be looking at the opportunities that can be found in the Rainy River District. We should be celebrating the differences between being Canadian and being American. Sometimes all those items are hard to understand. Sometimes the best ideas can be […]
2026 has arrived! Did you make any New Year’s Resolutions? Have you thought about how to enhance safety in your home and workplace to better prevent an avoidable injury? We all need to be aware of—and see—the risks in our everyday lives as we go about our daily activities while […]
Happy New Year friends! I wonder how long it will take me to remember to write 2026? I am still in Christmas mode mostly here but everyday I try and removed some type of decoration that is more related to Christmas and turn things into more of a winter theme. […]
A new year, a perspective of possibilities in a life with fewer days behind than ahead, fewer doors to open. That could be said at any age, life a fragile reality that can change in what feels like a heartbeat. And as always… it got me thinking. I planted a […]
By Robin McCormick
West End Correspondent
West End Correspondent
Once again the West Rainy River District (WRRD) Lions Club made generous donations to local health care facilities. Rainycrest, Emo Hospital and Rainy River Extended Health Care were recently presented with items each to enhance the three locations. Items donated included an extra large Connect Four for indoor and outdoor […]
DID YOU KNOW? While preparing for New Year’s celebrations, many people overlook the importance of prioritizing their safety, as well as the safety of others. Injury prevention shouldn’t be an afterthought; this New Year’s Eve, commit to protecting yourself and those around you—then turn that commitment into a year-round habit […]
I hope that everyone had a wonderful Christmas, no matter how you choose to celebrate the day! Ours was packed with great food and even better company. I thought it was one of our best suppers; I didn’t overcook the Brussels sprouts and our farm fresh turkey (raised by my […]
Here we are at another year’s end, another day in the continuum, a day no more important than Tuesday of last week, and no less important than the day we took our first step. Every day begins with maximum potential, every day a fresh start. Reviewing the previous 365 fresh […]
