DID YOU KNOW? With over 3,200 fire services operating throughout Canada, their responsibilities encompass more than emergency response. Regardless of the title—fire service, fire department, or fire rescue service—these organizations and their first responders play an essential role in community safety.                                      In addition, a comprehensive fire and life safety strategy […]

We have certainly experienced a weather change, and we could have done without the crazy winds yesterday, but the sun looks like it is going to bless us again this week! It looks like it’s more moderate temperatures, but we will take it! It looks to be a great working […]

The Devlin Senior’s Committee is hosting a catered Philippine supper on October 18, at 5p.m. The meal is catered by Ging Taylor. The meal takes place at the Devlin Hall. To make a reservation call Pat at 276-3042 or Lisa at 276-7555. The next Senior’s Coffee Gathering is October 14, […]

I proudly wore my orange jersey most of September. Don’t worry, I have a collection of orange t-shirts. Today is, as I write this, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. I was out and about early, and I didn’t see many orange jerseys and…. it got me thinking. This statutory […]

EVENTS CALENDAR The annual Life Chain event will take place this Sunday. Signs are available at St. Mary Church. Participants can pick up signs from 2 p.m. on Sunday. Please meet at the corner of Armit Ave. and Scott St. at 2:30. 10th annual Steps against Stigma Glow Walk/Run will […]

Before digesting the changes coming to the Canadian Football League, I needed a conversation with my inner being, and it went something like this: “Self, make sure to take your open mind into the reading room. It’s human nature to resist change, and resistance strengthens with age. If changes can […]

By Robert Animikii Horton
Northern Reflections

My friends packed into the Canada Life Centre to see Korn this weekend. They came back buzzing – elated from the power of the show. Listening to them reminded me of another band etched into the soundtrack of my youth – one that may not carry the same global recognition […]

The town is required to mark hazards on sidewalks through the community. It is a requirement for a safe and beautiful community. The fluorescent orange is attractive even when it is hidden by the brown leaves that have fallen. The circles, straight lines, crooked lines marking every sidewalk break are […]

“The other day.” I love that expression. The other day could be a month ago or two days ago; there are no rules. The only thing “the other day” is limited to is not being today. Anyway, as I cross the line on rambling, the other day I was thinking […]

With deep love and sorrow, we announce the passing of Ian Alexander Booth of Burriss, Ontario, who departed this life peacefully with family by his side, on September 20, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on January 9, 1952, Ian was known for his quiet strength, generous spirit, and […]

July 10, 1928 – September 13, 2025 Betty met and married the love of her life, Elmer, on June 1, 1946. They then moved to Emo, Ontario, and went on to have their three children, Dorothy, Rick and Tom. Betty and Elmer made a final move to Kenora in 1967, […]