Sylvia Johnston (nee Hnatiuk When I heard that the La Vallee School had been destroyed by fire on Dec. 10, 1999, I felt sorry for the family that had lost their home. But to myself and many others, we lost much more. Even now, when I drive out on Highway […]

Dave Ogilvie Members of the Fort Frances Lakers hockey team will be bagging groceries at Cloverleaf in Emo this Friday (Dec. 11) from 4-6 p.m. They also will be ringing the Salvation Army bells as well as selling tickets on a draw for free tickets to their next game, which […]

Press Release The Devlin 4-H club met on Friday at Donald Young School to participate in the “Holly Daze” parade in Emo. Five members and five leaders were in attendance. Tom and Shirley supplied the four animals that participated. Kayla led “Snowball” the sheep, Danielle led “Buck” the horse, Brianna […]

Robin McCormick For those wishing to purchase Christmas ice candles for our local services, they are available at the municipal office. Maxine Hayes has been busy making them and has several ready. Call her at 274-6049 or the municipal office at 486-3452. Maxine will deliver candles to Burriss if she […]

Dave Ogilvie It may have been the change in the weather or perhaps the sudden realization that Christmas is almost here. Whatever the reason, people from across the district turned out in great numbers last Friday and Saturday to celebrate the annual “Holly Daze” festivities in Emo. Despite the first […]

Robin McCormick Once again, the community of Emo is hosting its annual “Holly Daze” celebrations this Friday and Saturday (Dec. 4-5). A parade is slated for Friday starting at 6 p.m., with hot chocolate to be served afterwards. As well, the St. Patrick’s C.W.L. in Emo will hold a Christmas […]

Dave Ogilvie St. Patrick’s C.W.L. will be having a Christmas tea and bake sale this Saturday (Dec. 5) from 1-3 p.m. in the church hall. There will be baking, crafts, draws, religious articles, and white elephant tables, with tea, coffee, sandwiches, and dainties being served. Admission is $3 for adults […]

Press Release Upgrades to the Kehl-Domanski Road Loop in Alberton are now complete. The project involved the rehabilitation and resurfacing of 4.8 km of the loop. The gravel surface was replaced with asphalt, which significantly improves the quality and integrity of this important community transportation route. The federal and provincial […]

Dave Ogilvie At this time of the year, with shoppers looking for that special present for a family member or cherished friend, one store offers quality products that will last for generations. “Strictly Amish,” owned and operated by Dave Rempel and his family, has been in business since 1999 selling […]

Dave Ogilvie Christmas is, by tradition, a time for children and the young at heart. As such, “Holly Daze” festivities in Emo have, for many years, provided exciting activities for children from across the district. This year’s annual celebration will be no different. Despite the late arrival of snow, workers […]

Dave Ogilvie With less than a month to go until Christmas, Emo merchants are stocking their shelves with all kinds of great sales in preparation for what they hope to be another busy “Holly Daze” celebration. Although temperatures have been well above normal so far, the annual two-day event is […]

Dave Ogilvie Plans for Emo’s “Holly Daze 2009” have been finalized and by all indications, it will be an extremely busy time for residents, businesses, and shoppers alike. Scheduled for Dec. 4-5, the annual two-day festival will be an excellent opportunity for people from across the district to take part […]