There have been many recent milestones to celebrate recently in our rural area. Congratulations to Terry and Linda Mann on their 50th anniversary. Terry and Linda celebrated their June 30th anniversary at their cabin, which is the place they love the most! Happy 75th birthday to Glenn Aveyard. Glenn turned […]
Robin McCormick – Devlin Correspondent
140 students took to the stage last night, June 24, 2025 to celebrate their graduation from Fort Frances High School. Awards and diplomas were presented, an excellent valedictorian speech was presented and all students left the Fort Frances graduation eager to head off to their next chapter. A chem-free party […]
The LaVallee Seniors committee hosted their last gathering until fall on June 10, a potluck luncheon was enjoyed by many, along with the regular coffee gathering. Coffee gatherings will start up again on September 16, 2025. There will be a Seniors picnic for all seniors and their families and friends […]
The Emo and District Auxiliary Strawberry Social takes place this Friday, June 13, from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. at the Emo Hospital. Admission is $5 at the door. Everyone is welcome to attend and enjoy the afternoon and support the Auxiliary. After a complete renovation, the Dance Hall is up […]
The LaVallee Seniors committee will end the season with a potluck meal on Tuesday, June 10, at the Devlin Hall. Everyone 55 plus are welcome to attend. Bring your favourite salad, hotdish or dessert. The meal will be served at noon, followed by an afternoon of visiting. The regular bi-weekly […]
The United Church of Canada is celebrating its 100th anniversary. The Emo-Devlin United Church will honour this anniversary with a special church ceremony at Knox United Church in Emo on June 8 at 11 a.m. All are invited to attend. Barb Miller will be conduct the service with the assistance […]
The Emo Walleye Classic is set to go May 22-24. This years classic premiere tournament has 34 teams signed up to date from both Canada and the U.S.A. The boat parade takes place Thursday, May 22, on Front Street at 6 p.m. The anglers hit the water water both Friday […]
There will be a Country Jam this Friday, May 16, at the Emo Legion. There will be no food available and no Beer and Burger in support of Rainy River First Nations fish fry. All are welcome to come out and enjoy an evening of country music and dancing. The […]
There are no other words to describe the RRVAS Hoedown other than amazing, the gala held Saturday, May 3, 2025, left everyone attending feeling privileged to be part of this amazing district and the efforts volunteers can put forth. When entering the arena, the decorating was superb, the laughter from […]
Postmaster Marc Sabourin retired from Devlin Canada Post on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 70 years of age. Marc had worked at Devlin Canada Post for nine years, four months, being previously employed as postmaster at Armstrong Station. In total, Marc was employed with Canada Post for 13 years, 9 […]
There have been many milestone birthdays to celebrate recently. Mary Curtis and Don Kinnear both turned 80 on April 21. Mark Hyatt will join them, turning 80 on April 26. Dawn Booth turned 50 on April 22. Here’s wishing all four of these great people a happy birthday and wishes […]
The annual Emo Spring Fever Days is just around the corner, taking place Friday, April 25 and Saturday, April 26, this year. This is an event that most businesses, organizations and residents of Emo take part in. There will be sales at businesses, free draws, samples of goods and much […]
