Robin McCormick – Devlin Correspondent

The annual LaVallee Community Christmas Party and Fun Day takes place Dec. 17 at the Devlin Hall. The event starts at 3:30 p.m. with a supper being served at 5 p.m. Ham and turkey will be provided and those attending are asked to bring a hot dish, salad or dessert. […]

The LaVallee Township is in the planning stages for a Senior’s Group. There is still much to do, including a grant to be applied for. The Senior’s committee organized a coffee and games get-together last Thursday (November 23) at the Devlin Hall. Close to 40 people attended, and from the […]

The first Seniors gathering takes place this Thursday, November 23 from 1-3 p.m. at the Devlin Hall. The Senior’s gatherings are a new undertaking. It’s hoped many seniors come out to this event and future events which will be planned. Thursday will be an afternoon of visiting, and anyone wishing […]

The annual and always favoured Emo Holly Daze are coming soon. This year’s dates are December 1 and 2. Many traditional events take place every year some being the Friday night parade, tree lighting, fireworks, food drive, vendor markets, soup and bun at the Emo Legion both Friday and Saturday […]

The newly elected LaVallee Seniors Committee is hosting their first event. There will be a coffee get-together on Thursday (November 23) from 1-3 p.m. Anyone wanting to bring cards, or board games feel free to bring along. There will be muffins and cookies to enjoy. This is our first gathering […]

Remembrance Day services for rural area are as follows: Saturday November 11th.  Church services at the Devlin Hall at 10:15 a.m.  Devlin Cenotaph 11a.m. Emo Cenotaph 11:45 a.m. Barwick 1:30 p.m.  Stratton 2:00 p.m. Rainy River First Nations, Manitou Cenotaph 2:45 p.m. Emo Legion Freewill lunch 12:30 p.m. Emo Remembrance […]

There will be an important meeting inviting all seniors 55 plus on Friday( October 27th.) starting at 5p.m. at the Devlin Hall. This meeting involves the Strategic Planning for Seniors. At this meeting a Committee will be elected to organize events. There will be a need for a Chairperson, Secretary, […]

The Emo Legion Branch # 99 is offering upcoming evenings of dancing.  There will be a Legion Country Jam October 20th. starting at 7p.m. The cost is $5.00  On October 28th. there will be a Down Home County Dance. Music will be provided by Dwight Tank. Admission is $5.00. Both […]

The annual Emo and District Fall Tea, bazaar and bake sale takes place this Friday, October 13 at the Emo Legion. The enjoyable event is from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. and there is a $5.00 admission. Donations are greatly appreciated. There will be draws, baking, a White Elephant Table, and […]

Once again the LaBelle’s Rainy Lake Fall Bass Classic was a great event. The tournament held Saturday, September 30, was definitely a day with high temperatures. A slate of 53 teams competed. After a full day of fishing the top three teams were: 1st – Jeff Bragg and Ross Steele […]

The annual Rainy Lake Fall Bass Classic is set to go this Saturday (September 1st.) at Birch Point Camp. Fifty teams have signed up to try their skills in bringing in the largest weight. Dale LaBelle( organizer) says it always a great day and enjoyed by both anglers and spectators. […]

The West Rainy River District Lions pontoon boat raffle was held Saturday during the Rainy River Walleye Tournament and the winners were a Devlin family – Brian and Michelle Sabbe and their two boys Rylan and Brayden. Rylan shared with me they were very surprised. Michelle informed me she has […]