Dave Ogilvie More than 200 people sat down for the Royal Canadian Legion Br. #99’s annual “Good Friday” fish fry in Emo. Those in attendance enjoyed a fantastic meal of fresh fish and all the fixings, topped off with homemade pie and ice cream. As well, more than 75 take-out […]
District News
Robin McCormick All fire burning in the Municipality of La Vallee has been restricted until further notice due to the extremely dry conditions. The district also has seen high winds that only would add to the chances of grass fires. • • • Crossroads School will celebrate “Earth Day” on […]
Peggy Revell Rainy River District residents eventually will be able to dial “2-1-1” to access information on the various services available to them here. “2-1-1 is similar to 4-1-1,” Trudy McCormick, executive director of the Northwest Community Legal Clinic, said about the service, which has a “multitude of aspects.” “The […]
Robin McCormick Crossroads School here in Devlin is pleased to announce that the March 12 spaghetti supper organized to assist the Presenger family was a resounding success. Almost $3,000 has been raised to help the family who lost their uninsured home to a fire in February. A final spaghetti lunch […]
Dave Ogilvie The “Country Jam” held Friday (March 26) at the Emo Legion was, by far, the best attended to date. An extra table or two were set up and chairs were squeezed in so the dance floor remained large enough for the enthusiastic crowd. A dedicated group of musicians […]
Dave Ogilvie Effective parenting probably is one of the most difficult jobs in the world—and one which is not getting any easier. At no time in history have parents been more confused about how to raise their children. To make things even more complicated, there have been many conflicting philosophies […]
Dave Ogilvie The Emo-Devlin-Barwick Minor Hockey Association celebrated another successful season during its annual banquet and awards night this past Saturday (March 27). About 250 hockey players, parents, referees, and other volunteers gathered in the newly-renovated hall upstairs at the Emo/La Vallee Arena. Joe Bodnar welcomed everyone to the celebration […]
Dave Ogilvie The Emo & District Hospital Auxiliary held its annual Shamrock Tea on Friday, March 12, with just under 100 people attending. Those on hand enjoyed a pleasant afternoon of tea, dainties, and socializing with friends. The money raised at the tea and bake sale, which totalled $911, will […]
Robin McCormick A reminder that burning permits are required as of next Thursday (April 1). The permits cost $2, and the rules stated on them must be followed. • • • Although summer seems like a long way off, the Municipality of La Vallee does hire students every year. Just […]
Duane Hicks Community input wanted Those interested in being part of the “What Hooks You Here” rug-hooking project will get an introduction to the art form—and a chance to provide input—during a free workshop tomorrow (March 25) from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Fort Frances Museum. The workshop will be led […]
Robin McCormick If the melting snow and mild temperatures aren’t enough to make you think of spring, the annual “Crafts Galore” in Emo is sure to put you in the mood. The two-day event will be held April 16-17 in conjunction with Spring Fever Days in Emo. Call the Emo […]
Shirley Morrish On behalf of the Rainy River Rural Safety Association, I would like to remind everyone that this is Farm Safety Week (March 14-20). Safety is for all of us. The baseline in safety is attitude. There is no single cause for accidents—and no single cure. The list of […]
