This year’s “World Day Of Prayer” takes place March 7, at 1:30 p.m. This yearly event is being hosted by the Emo Christian Reform Church, 18 Meadow Street. The topic presented this year is “I Am Made Wonderful,” a video will be viewed by all attending. Everyone is invited and […]
Robin McCormick – Devlin Correspondent
Lake Despair’s “Castin For Cash” bass tournament takes place July 4 and 5 this year. Registration for this tournament starts March 1 and the entry fee is $500. All anglers must be signed up by July 1 or go to the end of the field both days. Marilyn Rittau was […]
The West Rainy River District Lions Club continues with their good works. Their most recent generous donation was to improve palliative care and patient/family experiences in the district. The Lions Club reached out to Laura Wilson (Co-Chair) of the Subset Palliative Care Committee and wanted to make a donation of […]
Lincoln Dunn, long-time resident of the Rainy River District and also long time employee of the Fort Frances Times, bid farewell last Friday (January 24). His connection to the Times is what I’ll definitely miss, as will other employees of the Times. Lincoln had been the general manager for five […]
It’s been fourteen years of competing in the Ice Box Curling Bonspiel and every year hoping to be the Champions, 2025 was the year it happened. Adam Bolen (skip), Gord Hoskins( lead) Adam Esselink (2nd) and Daniel Vandenbrand (Vice) won the bonspiel this year. Congratulations curlers and here’s hoping your […]
The hustle of the holidays is over but there’s no reason to be bored this weekend. The Emo Legion Branch #99 hosts Beer and Burger Friday evening starting at 5 p.m. The meat draw takes place at 7 p.m. Tickets for the meat draw can be purchased and it’s not […]
The annual LaVallee Christmas potluck held last Sunday (December 15) was topped off with a visit from jolly Santa Claus. Santa’s visit was much enjoyed by the youth attending along with adults enjoying Santa’s visit. Santa had Christmas bags of treats for all attending. Ron and Charlene McTavish once again […]
The annual Township of LaVallee’s Christmas potluck takes place this Sunday (December 15 at the Devlin Hall. Doors open at 3p.m. and supper will be served at 5p.m. The Township of LaVallee will purchase the turkeys and hams. Bring your favourite salad, hot dish or dessert. There will be a […]
The LaVallee Municipality has been a hub of activity. The Seniors bi-weekly coffee gathering on November 19 was enjoyed by approximately 40 people. The gathering was attended by Paramedics Donna Osullivan, Alyssa Goldamer, and Alyssa Trumbley. They were more than happy to check and record blood pressures, pulses and sugar […]
The always enjoyed Emo Holly Daze takes place December 6 and 7. As always, the parade will take place Friday night (December 6) at 6 p.m. There will be hot chocolate and cookies served during the parade. The Emo Hospital Auxiliary will be accepting non- perishable food items during the […]
Christmas Teas and Bazaars are a sure sign Christmas is nearing. St. Mary’s CWL will host their annual Tea and Bazaar this Sunday November 17 from 2-4 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children age 7 and under. There will be a 50/50 draw. Baking, prize tables, […]
The Dance Township’s Association Walleye Fish Supper was a huge success. Close to 200 meals were serviced with delicious walleye, beans, salads, homemade desserts and much more. Joanne Hyatt was the lucky winner of the 50/50 draw winning $220.00 The evening was enjoyed by all attending and seeing the new […]
