I like ironing. It sounds like a mundane task, but let me explain. My grandmother came to our farm when I was very young, and she stayed for a prolonged visit each time she came. She didn’t do a lot of talking; in fact, in my child memory, I have […]
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Everyone struggled on crucifixion Friday. The disciples struggled to keep faith. Pilate struggled to save face. Faithful women struggled to help Jesus. Pharisees struggled to discredit Jesus. Soldiers struggled to hurt Jesus. But no one struggled more than Jesus. People called Him a liar, beat Him with sticks and plastered […]
It is sounding like March is planning to head out like a lion! I am hoping the predictions are wrong, especially since I am currently out of town and heading home later this week. My mom is in charge but she doesn’t need any extra work or worry with a bunch […]
With love, sadness, and respect, we announce that Gimiwan, Sheila Ann Carney (née Bob), Elk Clan, of Naongashing First Nation, has begun her journey home. Sheila, lovingly known as Cuddles, was born on July 23, 1971, to her parents Robert Bob and Pauline Big George. Robert speaks of knowing she […]
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Joe Georgeson on Thursday, March 19, 2026. Joe was born in Emo, Ont., on May 8, 1940, to Ernie and Madeleine Georgeson. He grew up on the family homestead farm and was actively involved in 4-H as a […]
Warren L. Marusyk, age 67, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2026, at the Atikokan General Hospital. Warren was born on October 4, 1958, in Port Arther, Ontario, a son to the late Alvin and Beatrice Marusyk. He is also predeceased by his brother Brad. Warren is survived by his […]
Betty passed peacefully at Rainycrest Long Term Care Home in Fort Frances, Ont., on March 21, 2026. Betty was born in Sudbury, Ont., on March 23, 1943. Joe and Rose Mary Perreault from Couchiching are her parents. Left to cherish her memory are her two children Valerie Voss, Guy Voss; […]
The annual Emo Legion Good Friday Fish Fry is set to go this Friday, April 3. This is always a delicious meal of walleye, baked beans, potato, macaroni and noodle slaw salads, corn, buns, desserts and coffee/tea. Take outs are available, meals must be picked up between 4 – 4:45 […]
EVENTS CALENDAR The Rainy River Festival of the Performing Arts runs from March 26 to Apr. 24 with full schedule to be released. For more information visit ff-festival.com. Applications for the RRFPA scholarships are due by the end of the day today (March 31.) All Festival participants aged 12 and […]
EVENTS CALENDAR The Rainy River Festival of the Performing Arts runs from March 26 to Apr. 24 with full schedule to be released. For more information visit ff-festival.com. The 55+ Movie Matinee for March will feature “I still Believe” the tru-life story of Christian Music star Jeremy Camp and his […]
The family of Beverly Jane Kyle, 95, is saddened to announce her passing on March 19, 2026, at Rainycrest Long Term Care in Fort Frances, Ontario. Full obituary to follow. Arrangements entrusted to Northridge Funeral Home Ltd., Emo, Ontario.
September 25, 1928 – March 17, 2026 Edra Jean Lougheed, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, on March 17, 2026, at the age of 97. Edra was born in 1928 in Unity, Saskatchewan, to John and Isabelle Murray. She married Orval Lougheed […]
