Local News from Across the Rainy River District
December is fast approaching and so are busy, fun times in Emo! Dec. 5-7 will be the busy, fun Holly Daze in Emo. A full three days of events are planned. On Thursday, Dec. 5, there will be a dramatic reading of “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens. This […]
The annual “Stuff-A-Cruiser” is taking place Saturday. Dec. 7. As always it takes place at Cloverleaf in Emo, as well as several locations in Fort Frances and Rainy River. The organizers are looking for volunteers. Students would be welcome, and it’s a great way to earn your volunteer hours. Two-hour […]
The Emo and District Lions Club will once again host their “Hunter’s Dinner” this weekend. The always-enjoyed event takes place on Saturday, Nov. 9 at the Barwick Hall. Happy hour begins at 5 p.m. with dinner served at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $20. Adding to the fun will be […]
The Emo Auxiliary is hosting their annual fall tea, bazaar and bake sale at the Emo Legion this Friday (Oct. 18) from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Admission is $5. Donations would be greatly appreciated. Monies raised will assist the auxiliary’s projects at the Emo hospital. This is always a fun, […]
There will be a tribute to the legendary icon Stompin’ Tom on Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Emo Royal Canadian Legion Br. #99. His son, Stompin, Taw Connors, will perform beginning at 7 p.m. Caw performances earlier in the year to a sold out show, those attending were not disappointed.Tickets […]
The Guthrie United Church Harvest Supper takes place this Sunday (Sept. 29). at the Devlin Hall. The supper is served from 5-7 p.m. Ham, turkey, and all the trimmings will be served. This is always a delicious meal and much enjoyed event. Adults pay $18, children six-12 years pay […]
The Naicatchewenin First Nation two-day walleye-bass tournament held this past Saturday and Sunday was a big success. They had the largest amount of teams competing this year. After the weigh-ins with the combined weights of Friday’s walleye weights and Saturday’s bass weights, Brandon Kamm and Jason Pavleck earned first place. […]
The 11th-annual walleye and bass classic will be held this weekend (Sept. 13 and 14) at Naicatchewenin FIrst Nation. Boats launch at 8 a.m. and weigh ins start at 4 p.m. This is always a fun-filled weekend with an abundance of amazing food to purchase. The anglers win great prizes. […]
Two milestone wedding anniversaries were celebrated in the weekend. Gordon and Jeannine celebrated their 65th anniversary on Sunday, Sept. 1. An afternoon of family and friends shared their best wishes and reminisced with the happy couple. The event was held at Cornell Farms. Cornell’s three adult children–Kim, Debbie and Doug–along […]
The final barn concert for the season will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at Cornell Farms. Ragged Road will perform. This group of five gentlemen are up-and-coming in the scene. They were the featured band in Dryden this summer. The group also makes there home in Dryden. Those attending […]
The Rainy River District Fall Fair is upon us, and their slogan, “Come as a stranger, leave as a friend,” is sure to prove true. The fair takes place tomorrow through Saturday (Aug. 15-17). As always, there will be stock car races both Friday and Saturday night (Aug. 16 and […]
The Rainy River District Fall Fair Will once again have a mini-king and queen contest.This year, it will take place on Aug. 15 upstairs of the Emo-La Vallee Community Centre at 6:30 p.m.To register a youth, call Mary at 487-1105. There is no cost to attend this event. • • […]
