Dave Ogilvie Progress on the construction of Emo’s spray park has been slow over the last couple of weeks. Unfortunately, the number of volunteers showing up to work has been sporadic, which has left the majority of the work to a faithful few. The committee realizes most people work during […]
District News
Robin McCormick Ian Booth retired from the Fort Frances Jail earlier this summer, however, his retirement party was held just this past Saturday evening at La Place Rendez-Vous. And what a celebration it was as about 120 people attended. Many co-workers from the jail, past management, family members, and friends […]
Ken Johnston For the second time in as many years, Jason and Oliver Gibbins captured the Rainy River Walleye Tournament (RRWT) on Saturday with nearly the same weight as last year. The pair were in second place after Day 1 on Friday with 14.12 pounds—about half-a-pound behind Danny and Bryce […]
Robin McCormick A sure sign that fall is upon us is the traditional harvest supper hosted by the Guthrie United Church congregation here in Devlin. This year’s supper is planned for Sunday, Oct. 4 from 5-7 p.m. at the Devlin Hall. The cost is $12 for adults and $5 for […]
Dave Ogilvie A benefit for Shauna (Allen) Smith, who’s been diagnosed and hospitalized with cancer, will take place at the Emo Legion this Saturday (Sept. 26). Dinner is at 5 p.m., with a live auction starting at 7 p.m. Live music by local band “Centre-Line” then gets underway at 9 […]
the MNR Two area residents have been fined for illegally dumping household garbage on Crown land. Cassie Calahaisen of Kenora and Nathaniel Newell, of Keewatin, were charged under the Public Lands Act for dumping garbage on Crown land and fined $750 and $500, respectively. Court heard that on Feb. 14, […]
Jack Elliott More than 100 district farmers enjoyed an afternoon at the Stratton sales yard on Saturday to celebrate its 50th consecutive season. Operated by the Rainy River Cattlemen’s Association, the yard has been the focus of beef cattle marketing in Rainy River District since its formation. Also on hand […]
Ken Johnston While the number of entries was down this year, the weights were up at the 15th-annual Rainy River Valley Giant Pumpkin Festival. Only 16 pumpkins were entered, down from last year’s 28, but that was to be expected after the terrible growing season this year. However, last year’s […]
Staff A Fort Frances teen is facing two charges after being arrested while walking to his school bus stop yesterday morning. Following the arrest, police determined the 15-year-old male had more than 20 marijuana cigarettes and one gram of cannabis marijuana on his possession. He was charged with possession for […]
Duane Hicks With black bears not expected to go into hibernation for at least another month, they are on the prowl—filling their bellies prior to their winter-long rest. Local bylaw enforcement/animal control officer Arlene Byrnes noted yesterday said that since June, 20 nuisance bears have been reported, with the most […]
Duane Hicks A independently-conducted community satisfaction survey regarding local policing which will presented to the Police Services Board tomorrow indicates residents are very concerned about illegal substance abuse. As such, the local OPP detachment is taking extra measures to crack down on drugs. During a quarterly police activity report given […]
Robin McCormick Crossroads School here in Devlin will host its annual open house on Tuesday, Sept. 29 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. This is an evening to meet the teachers and new principal, as well as to familiarize yourself with the upcoming school year. In other news, Crossroads students will be running […]
