Local News from Across the Rainy River District
“Marzie Days” was on Saturday at Alf and Barb Redford’s–grandpa and grandma to Marzie. The day was fun with the abundance of hearty plants ( of all kinds) delicious burgers, homemade baking, and of course a lot of visiting and reconnecting. Approximately $7,550.00 has been mad thus far for this […]
Busy times are coming up ! The Emo Walleye Classic takes place this weekend. Weigh-ins take place Friday at 4:30 p.m. and Saturday at 4 p.m. Weigh-ins are held at the Emo LaVallee Arena. There will be penny tables, a variety of food available and as always the Guthrie United […]
We might live in small communities but there’s always a lot of events to keep us busy. On May 23-25 is the annual Emo Walleye Classic. The weigh-ins are Friday, May 24 at 4:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 25 at 4 p.m. The Emo Legion will provide a fish fry […]
Mother’s Day is this Sunday. and there are two events to taking place to celebrate this special day! The Guthrie and Knox United Churches will be hosting a walleye supper on Sunday. The meal will be walleye, homemade french fries, coleslaw, baked beans and dessert. The cost is $18 for […]
The Rainy River Valley Agricultural Society is hosting its “Spring in Hawaii Gala” this Saturday (May 4) at the Emo Arena. Tickets are $50. Social hour is 5:30 p.m. dinner served at 6:30. To make the evening more enjoyable there will be a cake roulette, penny table, a silent auction […]
“Education Week” takes place at Crossroads School May 6-10 this year. Staff and students have been busy planning the Crossroads Block Party this family fun event will be from 5-7:30 p.m. The Street Eats Venders will be open from 5-6 p.m. Hoping everyone can be ready for activities starting at […]
Easter services will be honoured in our rural areas. Knox United Church in Emo will hold the Maundy Thursday service at 7 p.m. Knox United Church in Devlin will hold the Good Friday service at 10 a.m. Easter Sunday services will be in Devlin at 9:45 a.m. and in Emo […]
The La Vallee Fire Department is hosting its third annual spaghetti dinner this Saturday (April 13) at the Devlin Hall. The dinner will be served from 4:30-7 p.m. Tickets are available from any La Vallee firefighter and at the municipal office as well as at the door until sold out. […]
Spring is here and with that comes many events in district communities. Guthrie United Church in Devlin will host its annual Spring Tea this Saturday (March 30) from 2-3:30 p.m. Desserts and tea/coffee will be served, along with refreshments for the young people. There also will be a bake table, […]
On Thursday (March 7), the La Vallee fire department responded to a blaze at a residence in the township. The fire stations in Emo and Alberton also responded after a third automatic alarm. Upon arrival, the residence was fully engulfed in flames. Fortunately, all of the occupants were out. An […]
The Emo Royal Legion is back in full swing starting next week. Bingo starts Sept. 4, followed by cribbage starting up Sept. 5. Then seniors’ luncheons start for the fall Sept. 6. And then for a great way to start your weekend, you can enjoy a beer and burger for […]
The Rainy River District Fall Fair is coming soon, this years dates are Aug. 16-18. As always organizers and the Fair Board and the Fair Board Committee work throughout the entire year in order to provide a fun-filled family fair. Be sure to make this part of your weekend. Many […]
