The newly renovated Dance Community Hall will host its grand opening on August 24, 2025. To celebrate this occasion there will be a walleye fish fry. The meal is available from 4 – 6:30 p.m. with takeouts available. Advance tickets are available at Cloverleaf Grocers, Devlin’s Store and General Supply. […]
Robin McCormick – Devlin Correspondent
The LaVallee Seniors Committee organized another well attended and thoroughly enjoyed event. On Friday, July 25, 24 seniors from the district had a tour of New Gold Mine. New Gold provided bottled water and snacks for everyone, which was much appreciated on a hot day. A guide provided commentary and […]
The 125th annual Rainy River Valley District Agriculture Fair is coming soon. This year the dates of the fair are August 14-16. The fair will have all its favourite events including stock car races, midway, bingo, live entertainment, logger’s contest, parade and much more. This year there will be a […]
The annual Lake Despair Casting For Cash was another success. Both the anglers, organizers, volunteers and spectators enjoyed themselves. 44 teams participated this year. The top 3 winning teams were: Thanks to Bill and Nell Godin for once again hosting a top-notch tournament! Congratulations to Mike Badiuk and Tasha Wood […]
There have been many recent milestones to celebrate recently in our rural area. Congratulations to Terry and Linda Mann on their 50th anniversary. Terry and Linda celebrated their June 30th anniversary at their cabin, which is the place they love the most! Happy 75th birthday to Glenn Aveyard. Glenn turned […]
140 students took to the stage last night, June 24, 2025 to celebrate their graduation from Fort Frances High School. Awards and diplomas were presented, an excellent valedictorian speech was presented and all students left the Fort Frances graduation eager to head off to their next chapter. A chem-free party […]
The LaVallee Seniors committee hosted their last gathering until fall on June 10, a potluck luncheon was enjoyed by many, along with the regular coffee gathering. Coffee gatherings will start up again on September 16, 2025. There will be a Seniors picnic for all seniors and their families and friends […]
The Emo and District Auxiliary Strawberry Social takes place this Friday, June 13, from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. at the Emo Hospital. Admission is $5 at the door. Everyone is welcome to attend and enjoy the afternoon and support the Auxiliary. After a complete renovation, the Dance Hall is up […]
The LaVallee Seniors committee will end the season with a potluck meal on Tuesday, June 10, at the Devlin Hall. Everyone 55 plus are welcome to attend. Bring your favourite salad, hotdish or dessert. The meal will be served at noon, followed by an afternoon of visiting. The regular bi-weekly […]
The United Church of Canada is celebrating its 100th anniversary. The Emo-Devlin United Church will honour this anniversary with a special church ceremony at Knox United Church in Emo on June 8 at 11 a.m. All are invited to attend. Barb Miller will be conduct the service with the assistance […]
The Emo Walleye Classic is set to go May 22-24. This years classic premiere tournament has 34 teams signed up to date from both Canada and the U.S.A. The boat parade takes place Thursday, May 22, on Front Street at 6 p.m. The anglers hit the water water both Friday […]
There will be a Country Jam this Friday, May 16, at the Emo Legion. There will be no food available and no Beer and Burger in support of Rainy River First Nations fish fry. All are welcome to come out and enjoy an evening of country music and dancing. The […]
