Donald Young School students held their Remembrance Day assembly in the gymnasium last Tuesday (Nov. 11) with parents, grandparents, and friends in attendance. The simple program was in honour of our fallen comrades who served in two world wars and the Korean War, as well as peacekeeping missions since then. […]
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I am constantly reminded of the many talents local youth display during school activities. Once again, last Friday evening was no exception as I watched a Fort High production entitled “By The Numbers,” which was a musical revue that feature many country kids on the stage. The comments all agreed […]
The increase in the white-tailed deer population in Rainy River District has become a matter of some concern because of a parasite that can be fatal to moose. Parelaphostrongylus tenuis—also known as meningeal worm or brain worm—is a slender, delicate roundworm found in the cranial cavity of cervids. Due to […]
Great weather no doubt accounted for the large turnout at the annual Remembrance Day service at the Emo cenotaph last Tuesday. The Donald Young School choir, directed by Katherine Williams, led in the signing of “O Canada,” then the opening prayer was offered by Pastor Andrew Hall of Calvary Baptist […]
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 […]
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 […]
