Larry Cousineau of Fort Frances was lucky this month, winning $40 twice in the Alzheimer Society of Kenora/Rainy River Districts’ cash calendar draw for November. Other winners included Linda Wood (Sioux Narrows), along with Sean Brenna, Lois Bowerman, Will Carson, Tanice Rieu, Jan Coats, Theresa Beckworth (twice), Dixie Miller, Leslie […]
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Press Release “Tbaytel for Good” is excited to announce the winners of its Fall, 2017 Good Schools and Good Community programs. Seven winners from across the region have been awarded grants totalling $16,250 for their projects that will have a real impact in building stronger and healthier Northern Ontario communities. […]
Submitted byBrittany Bowman Serenity Dobransky of Rainy River is a nine-year-old child who has congenital hip dysphasia. Due to her condition, the daughter of Benji and Amanda Dobransky has had to undergo eight surgeries, with the first one being at just three months of age. She also has the potential […]
Nicholas Donaldson The Rainy River Federation of Agriculture once again hosting its “Ag Day.” Following the well-received revival of the event back in April, the fall version will take place this Saturday (Nov. 18) at the Emo Legion. The day will begin at 9 a.m. with coffee and doughnuts, and […]
Nicholas Donaldson Rainy River District School Board trustees were treated to a look at the Indigenous Education Strategy during its Nov. 7 meeting here. A presentation was given by Indigenous Education leader Bob Kowal and FNMI Resources/Support Teacher Pam King to outline some of the work they have been doing, […]
Robin McCormickDevlin correspondent Devlin, Emo, and Barwick certainly are busy with activities in the coming weeks–a definite sign the Christmas season is fast approaching. The annual “Holly Daze” festivities take place Dec. 1-2 in Emo. The parade once again will be held on the Friday night, which is always a […]
Nicholas Donaldson The district abattoir still may be in trouble but the situation slowly is getting better, with plans in place to both boost the plant’s operations and alleviate its debt. That was the message at the Rainy River District Regional Abattoir’s annual general meeting last Wednesday at the Barwick […]
Staff The fire department’s investigation of the scene of a north-end blaze over the weekend has been completed, with the cause deemed “undetermined.” On Saturday around 5:25 a.m., 18 members of the Fort Frances Fire and Rescue Service responded to a structure fire at the former Acklands-Grainger building on Sixth […]
Staff The former Acklands-Grainger building on Sixth Street West is being guarded by a private security firm after a fire there Saturday morning. The cause of the blaze has not been released but it’s clearly apparent the damage is extensive. The building had been under renovation. It was being converted […]
Dave OgilvieEmo correspondent The Emo and District Lions’ Club’s annual “Hunters’ Dinner” was a total success despite the inclement weather. About 300 people enjoyed a fantastic meal of moose roast, deer stew, bear/apple sausage, fish, and a delicious dessert. The evening also included a penny table, a 50/50 draw, a […]
Robin McCormickDevlin correspondent On Remembrance Day this Saturday (Nov. 11), communities across the district will pay tribute to those who gave their lives in war. I encourage all who are able to come out and remember those who allow us to live with the freedom we do today. The Royal […]
Look for occasional snow and flurries tonight, with an overnight low of minus-13 C (eight F). Tomorrow will see more snow, along with a high of minus-eight (18) and low around minus-17 (one). Then mostly cloudy skies are forecast for Friday, along with a high of minus-seven (19) and low […]
