By Dave Baxter
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Winnipeg Sun

Winnipeg police (WPS) are warning would-be thieves they will beef up security and have a far more “visible presence” at malls and retail areas across the city this Holiday Season, as they look to combat retail theft and keep workers and shoppers safe. “You’re going to see a lot more […]

By Sandi Krasowski
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Chronicle-Journal

Applications are being accepted by the City of Thunder Bay for the 2025 events series. Each of these events provides opportunities for networking, making connections, creativity, and community pride. Karen Kadolph, the city’s special event developer, said that food vendors, event vendors, musicians, artists/artisans, and community groups help make these […]

By Michelle Dorey Forestell,
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

According to research gathered by Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox, and Addington (KFL&A) Public Health, food insecurity is a direct result of income disparity and the inability to afford healthy food. At the KFL&A Board of Health’s monthly meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024, Dr. Piotr Oglaza, Medical Officer of Health, presented […]

By Laura Balanko-Dickson
Staff Writer
lbalanko-dickson@fortfrances.com

Since its founding in 1999, the Borderlands Community Orchestra has sought to unite local musicians and members of the public in a mutual love of music. The ensemble has attracted a selection of uniquely talented musicians from both sides of the border, including people from Barwick, Baudette, Devlin, Emo, Fort […]

By Allan Bradbury
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com

Holly Daze has been a staple of the holiday season for many years. The annual weekend of sales and festivities is organized by the Emo Chamber of Commerce. David Goodman Sr. is the former owner of North Country Track and Wheel, he was a business owner in the earlier days […]

By Laura Balanko-Dickson
Staff Writer
lbalanko-dickson@fortfrances.com

Tompkins Hardware is a 126-year-old dynasty in business and a staple for people in and around the Township of Emo. Moreover, Eric Mosbeck, owner of the family business shares some of his secrets to success, and Deanna Maynard details offerings of all types Tompkins will have this holiday season, including […]

Staff

The Crafts Galore vendor sale and Luncheon at the Emo Legion have been fixtures at Emo Holly Daze for as long as organizer Angel Low can remember. And for good reason – it’s a place to come together for a delicious lunch, and find unique one-of a kind gifts. “We […]

By Ken Kellar
Staff writer
kkellar@fortfrances.com

If you’re still looking for a great last minute Christmas or holiday gift for your loved ones, then the Holly Daze sale event in Emo this weekend is a perfect opportunity to check out Emo Drugs and Misty River Alternatives to check out their wide selections of gifts, decor, treats […]

By Allan Bradbury
Staff Writer
abradbury@fortfrances.com

If you’re looking for an hour to shop for yourself or a bite to eat during the Holly Daze Christmas Parade, Emo Feed has you covered. Don’t forget to shop their deals too. Emo Feed is bringing back their children’s story hour again this year. Parents can either sit with […]

By Ken Kellar
Staff writer
kkellar@fortfrances.com

There’s always plenty on the go in Emo for the annual Holly Daze weekend, but be sure to make a stop in at the Emo Public Library for a bit to enjoy some crafts and activities with the kids, while also supporting the library itself. The Emo Public Library and […]

By Laura Balanko-Dickson
ad Megan Walchuk
Staff writer
lbalankodickson@fortfrances.com

A wave of anti-LGBT comments aimed at Borderland Pride has sparked a request for Emo council to denounce hate. Borderland Pride recently won a Human Rights Tribunal Hearing against the Township of Emo and Mayor Harold McQuaker, which found that the Townships’ refusal to pass a proclamation ackonowledging June as […]

The holiday season is a time of celebration, joy and togetherness. But for the many homeless and unwanted cats and kittens in the Rainy River district, it can be a time of incredible suffering and despair. No one understands this better than the small, but dedicated group of volunteers at […]