Keith Blair weighed his options before picking a “lucky” golden pineapple at the “Spring in Hawaii Gala.” Each of the pineapples had the chance to contain the grand prize at the end of the night. Kyleigh Ossachuk won the grand prize, which was donated by Mel’s Wells Drilling in Emo. […]

Ken Kellar Natasha Elms, left, and Zoe Bowkett were dressed in their best Hawaiian garb at the “Spring in Hawaii Gala” held at the Emo Arena on Saturday. Attendees were treated to draws, raffles, auctions, food, drink and more at the event that raised money for the renovations at the […]

Wes Morriseau grabbed some drinks for his table from Sarah Pillipow, front right, and Cam Piitz of Lake of the Woods Brewery at the “Spring in Hawaii Gala” at the Emo Arena on Saturday. The brewery was on hand to pour some of their beer for attendees, while there was […]

Ken Kellar Macarthur Wilde, left, in the role of Ren McCormack, and Brianna Eldridge (Ariel) showed off their moves during a dress rehearsal for the Fort Frances High School’s production of “Footloose The Musical.” The adaptation of the 1984 classic is set to open tonight at 7:30 p.m., and will […]

Submitted The string section of the Borderland Community Orchestra prepared for their 20th anniversary and Mother’s Day concert this Sunday.

Ken Kellar Bryson DeGagne, front right, and Raelle Ducharme walked Zoe and Darla during the Voyageur Lion Club’s Walk for Dog Guides on Sunday. DeGagne raised $890 for the walk, the most for the day, and also the club record for the most money raised by an individual.

Ken Kellar Emcee Melanie Williams of Party Rock DJ Services took to the stage to direct those attending the “Spring in Hawaii Gala” at the Emo Arena to the different tables set up for the night. The gala also featured “Island Breeze,” a group from Steinbach that played familiar tunes […]

Ken Kellar Rosina Woodgate, right, collected playing cards from her parents, Maria and Shawn Woodgate, as they sharpened their number skills at the Math Night held at the Couchiching Multi-use Facility on Thursday evening. The night was held by the Northwest Catholic District School Board and Couchiching First Nation and […]

Ken Kellar George Meekis, left, Nikita Morrisseau, Darcy Whitecrow, Stephanie Legree and Jess Wilson posed for a photo at the “We Wear Red” BBQ held at the Fort Frances Tribal Area Health Services building on King’s Highway on Sunday. Whitecrow is a National Aboriginal Representative for the United Steelworkers (USW) […]

Sam Odrowski Mayor June Caul, left, Nigigoonsiminikaaning Chief Will Windigo, Mitaanjigamiing Chief Janice Henderson, Couchiching Chief Brian Perrault, and Naicatchewenin Chief Wayne Smith shared big smiles before cutting into the celebration cake following the signing of the Joint Declaration of Friendship and Intent at Point Park last Wednesday. A BBQ […]

Katelyn Brown looked to charge down the pitch with the ball while she was closely pursued by a Sioux Lookout Warriors’ opponent during the second half of the Rainy River Owl girls’ soccer team’s 3-0 win in the NorWOSSA ‘A’ regular season-opener last Wednesday afternoon at RRHS. Brown was held […]

Ken Kellar Alexis Latter performed “Protecto, Kid Hero!” from “Between Good & Evil” at the Rainy River District Festival of the Performing Arts’ “Highlights Concert.” Latter was awarded the Bertha Livingstone Award, Elementary for the Most Promising Student (Grade 5) and was also recommended to the Manitoba Provincial Festival for […]