The Nestor Falls Curling Club’s 50th anniversary open bonspiel over the weekend was as much a celebration of the community as it was a competitive curling event. “The bonspiel went off really well,” club board member Les Helliar remarked. “What other game do you know of where you have teenagers […]
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A Thunder Bay man has been fined $500 for illegal deer hunting. Gerald P. Gouliquer, 69, pleaded guilty to hunting white-tailed deer during the closed season. He forfeited the deer to the Crown. Court was told that on Oct. 27, the OPP called a Ministry of Natural Resources conservation officer […]
The OPP would like to remind motorists to be attentive for wildlife when travelling on area roadways. Deer and moose are foraging for food in close proximity to the roadways so motorists should pay special attention and drive accordingly. Likewise, adhering to the posted speed limits should provide drivers with […]
This Friday night (Jan. 26) will be an excellent opportunity to get rid of your winter blues—and enjoy some local talent at the same time. The Borderland Community Orchestra will be performing a “pops” concert at the Emo Legion starting at 7 p.m. Tickets cost $10 for adults and $5 […]
Grassy Narrows First Nation’s chief and community leaders last week declared a moratorium on all industrial activity within its traditional territory without community consent. The moratorium rebukes a provincial plan to increase clear-cut logging, and asserts that any development proposals must gain community consent and participation. The moratorium was issued […]
The Rainy River Cattlemen’s Association had election fever last week. A historic turnout of 65 members at its annual meeting in Stratton led to elections for just about every office for the first time in as long as anyone could remember. •Zone ‘A’ (Fort Frances/Miscampbell area) Seven people were nominated […]
If you’re tired of the snow and the cold, there’s one sure way to drive away the blues—with the annual “Pop Your Winter Blues” concert at the Emo Legion this Friday (Jan. 26) at 7 p.m. With proceeds going towards projects for the Emo Public Library and the Emo and […]
Amos Brielmann, a member of the research committee of the Rainy River Cattlemen’s Association, told area cattlemen at the RRCA’s annual meeting last Wednesday that there’s an almost 100 percent infestation rate of liver fluke among Rainy River District cattle. Last fall, Brielmann received a call from a meat inspector […]
After reviewing the year-end financial statements for water and sewer, Emo Reeve Ed Carlson has determined there are enough funds to refurbish the exterior of the water treatment plant located near the waterfront there. The project is set to take place this year, once the weather is favourable. Not only […]
With calving season right around the corner, the following is Part 1 of an article on congenital defects that can occur in cattle: Congenital defects can cause abortion or be present at time of birth. They are uncommon, but do occur in most breeds of cattle. Defects are abnormalities in […]
The Stratton sales barn is in need of some upgrades. That was the word from Barn Modification Committee member Aarne Hahkala at the annual meeting of the Rainy River Cattlemen’s Association last Wednesday evening in Stratton. Hahkala said the committee toured the facility in November and came up with a […]
Saying Northwestern Ontario is at a “crossroad,” a report issued today is urging the region to “chart its own course” as a means of controlling its own future. And one of the key action steps being proposed is the creation of a Northwestern Ontario Regional Development Authority. “Enhancing the Economy […]
