If being housebound during COVID-19 does only one thing, it isolates me to the point I poke through a bunch of my old computer files. Here’s one, I’m glad I did not delete My wife the Pearl of the Orient and I have invested a lot of years and substantial […]
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It is surprising how some jobs you once detested help break the monotony of daily life under the COVID-19 emergency lock downs. Take for instance the thought of snow shovelling. Under normal circumstances, I would probably have looked at it as a chore; something I had to do, but not […]
In light of the declaration by the Ontario government of a second state of emergency I am requesting that community members everywhere take these new lockdown requirements extremely seriously. We all must spend as much time at home as possible because of the danger COVID-19 poses to the Anishinaabe Nation […]
After viewing my social media apps, I can see that many of us are all doing something similar; cleaning and organizing. The theme I have seen is tossing and putting drawers and closets back in order. It feels good and it will be one of the good benefits of the […]
The African violet (Saintpaulia species) is a popular houseplant because it grows and flowers under natural or artificial light conditions found in the average home. Many different varieties, types and flower colours, that range from white, pink, lavender to vibrant purples, exist. Drainage is one of the most important considerations […]
Robin McCormick
Devlin correspondent
Devlin correspondent
Despite the COVID pandemic the Emo Food Bank has managed to supply food to those needing it. The Food Bank is available to those requiring it the first and third Wednesday of the month (with the next one January 20th.) Changes that have been made are those picking up a […]
Super Bowl Sunday is just around the corner, and although I myself am not a big sports fan, one cannot help but being inundated by the media that this annual game day is fast approaching. Chicken wings are an extremely popular appetizer, and the price of ones that are already […]
Christmas trees are being accepted for drop-off at Daryl’s Custom Landscapes outdoor storage yard. From Saturday January 16 to Saturday January 23, residents can drop off their trees at his property located at McIrvine Road and 8th Street. Access the lot by taking the first left driveway north of eighth […]
Born to Dyanne Perrault-Kasper, of Fort Frances, Ontario, a boy, Dwayne Kyle, weighing 6 lbs 13 oz on December 29, 2020 at LaVerendrye General Hospital, Fort Frances, Ontario.
We are saddened to announce the passing of Raymond W. Sprenger December 28,2020. He leaves behind his wife Judy and children Roberta Oliver, Raelene Sprenger-Baum, Gavin Sprenger and numerous other relatives. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held later. In lieu of flowers, donations to the […]
It is with heavy hearts the family of Ray Lowes announce his passing on Thursday, Jan 7, 2021 at LaVerendrye Hospital with his wife by his side. He was born on March 19, 1938 to Albert & Eva Lowes. He grew up in Sleeman and Rainy River, Ont. He married […]
