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 […]
Robin McCormick – Devlin Correspondent
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 […]
The Devlin Guthrie United Church is hosting an annual Easter Tea and Bake Sale this Saturday, April 12, from 2 – 3:30 p.m. at the Devlin Hall. The admission is $5 for adults, 6-12 years $3 and 5 and under are free. There will be desserts served, bake tables, and […]
The Guthrie United Church is hosting an Easter Tea and Bake Sale on Saturday, April 12, from 2 – 3:30 p.m. at the Devlin Hall. This always lovely afternoon will serve desserts, coffee and tea. There will be both a penny and bake table. Donations of baking and penny table […]
A busy spring ahead for district people. The annual Ag Day takes place April 5, at the Chapple Rec Centre from 8:30 a.m – 4 p.m. Many keynote speakers will be available that day on a wide variety of topics. Luncheon is available for $10. More information to follow next […]
Two sure signs that spring is upon us is the changing of clocks this Sunday, March 9. At midnight, clocks move ahead one hour. Another sign the spring season is upon us is March break is next week March 10-14. This is for all students in the Rainy River District. […]
The annual “Lenten Lunch” five-week worship series will be hosted by Knox United Church in Emo. Come for a short worship service, followed by a soup and sandwich lunch, at noon every week from March 12-April 9. This years World Day of Prayer takes place March 7, at 1:30 p.m. […]
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 […]
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 […]
