Chapple’s annual Christmas potluck supper is slated for Friday, Dec. 12 at 6 p.m. at the Barwick Hall. Santa will be there, so be sure to bring along your cameras—and wish lists. Meanwhile, a craft sale will be held in Barwick on Saturday, Dec. 13 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Come […]
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As elections go, they don’t get much closer than this one. The race for reeve of the Township of La Vallee ultimately came down to a recount late Monday night and resulted in Emily Watson defeating incumbent Ken McKinnon. The margin of victory? Six votes (145-139). “I knew it would […]
The ongoing negotiations regarding the Rainy River First Nations land claim will be back on track soon, says the band’s liaison. Albert Hunter, also the newly-elected chief of RRFN, said last week he is in the process of setting up a meeting with Native Affairs minister Michael Bryant as soon […]
Knox United Church in Emo had a successful turnout for its annual fall tea, bazaar, and bake sale last Friday (Nov. 7) in their newly-decorated church hall. Serviettes on tables read, “The future is as bright as the promises of God.” Elsie Skinner and Jill Kellar managed the bake table, […]
Two incumbent reeves lost their re-election bid in Monday’s municipal election in Rainy River District. In Alberton, challenger Mike Hammond was elected reeve, taking 153 votes compared to 90 for incumbent John Milling. Newcomers also led the way in the race for council, with Barb Cournoyer (198) and Louis G. […]
After the final ballots were tallied Monday, there definitely were some changes in store for our municipal council. This election saw Emily Watson win the reeve’s race, defeating incumbent Ken McKinnon by just six votes. Meanwhile, the four council candidates winning seats Monday were Jim Belluz, Freeda Carmody, Len McCormick, […]
The Stratton Seniors welcome all seniors (50 plus) to their annual Christmas dinner on Thursday, Dec. 11 at 1 p.m. at the Millennium Hall. Tickets cost $13 each, and entertainment/music will be provided by Highway 621. For tickets, call Juliet Smith (483-5303) or Mary Vandenbrand (483-5590) by Dec. 1. Also, […]
Alberton council will sport a new look starting in December. Gone will be Reeve John Milling and Coun. Bill Morrison, but two incumbents have been returned. Reeve Milling went down to defeat at the hands of Mike Hammond, who garnered 153 votes Monday to Milling’s 90. Coun. Morrison, who originally […]
“Wheels to Meals” held its annual wind-up carpet bowling tournament last Thursday afternoon at the Emo Legion. Six teams participated, including two from Stratton (the Golden Gals and 4-Widows) and four from Emo (the What Nots, Country Gals, We Try, and Just for Fun). After everything was said and done, […]
Nov. 11 is Remembrance Day, when we all gather to honour all those who have given their lives for our freedom. Once again, Legion Br. #99 in Emo has planned several services for next Tuesday, with the local ministerial association participating. The first service will be held at Our Lady […]
There soon will be another alternative for district car buyers in the market for something not made by the “Big Three.” Borderland Esso in Emo will be holding the grand opening of its new Kia dealership this Friday and Saturday—complete with a barbecue on Saturday and display of the newest […]
Russell and Mary Fisher celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary surrounded by the family, friends, and neighbours at a come-and-go tea held Saturday, Oct. 25 in the downstairs common room at the Golden Age Manor in Emo. The couple did not want any gifts—just people’s attendance and best wishes. And this […]
