Submitted by: Jennifer Simpson | Martyn Snell & Students of Avenue Music present “On Broadway” Songs from Broadway Musicals Sat. May 9, 2015 7:00 pm, Elks Hall (doors open at 6:30 pm) Come out and enjoy some appetizers, non-alcoholic cocktails and great entertainment!! ll proceeds from this event will go to the Swan Valley Food […]

Swan River RCMP Report | A single vehicle accident involving a Shoal River (Sapotaweyak Cree Nation) Fire truck rollover that occurred on May 05, 2015 at approximately 12:30 pm. The accident occurred on Highway 483, east of Highway 10, in the RM Mountain. 3 persons (fire crew) spent the night in the Swan River hospital […]

Submitted by: Ian Kitch | Twenty-five local basketball players attended an incredible basketball camp on May 2, 2015 at the SVRSS. Click any picture for a larger version. Coach Gil Cheung of the Brandon University Bobcat Basketball program brought players Mikaela Stanton, Keegan Robinson, Kenonte Ramsey and Earl Thompson Jr. to Swan River for a […]

RCMP Media Release | On May 5, 2015, just before 6:00 am, Winnipegosis RCMP responded to a report of a violent assault in Camperville, Manitoba. The assault was domestic in nature. Randy Sutherland, 38, of Camperville is wanted by RCMP. He is facing charges of Assault Causing Bodily Harm and Fail to Comply with Conditions […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development May 4, 2015 | Northwest Region Variable precipitation over the past week occurred, ranging from 5 to 20 mm. Soil moisture is good, although there are reports throughout the region of saturated fields and very dry soil conditions on others. Soil temperatures range […]

Submitted by: Barb Holms| Country Blend Concert May 22, 2015 – 7:30 p.m. Swan Valley Museum Sponsored by Hillsview Pastoral Charge (Bowsman & Minitonas United churches). These five seasoned musicians from southern Manitoba have been touring Canada since 2004. Their concerts are two hours of traditional country music and country gospel. Country Blend is a […]

Submitted by: Donna Burghart | The final performance of the year for the Bowsman Accomplished Musicians, held on April 30, 2015 was a success! All year the students have practiced under the instruction of Mr. Marcel Hapel. Thursday nights concert showcased all the hard work. Pictured above: Intermediate Fiddlers Kierstin Griffith & Jillian Hrycyk performed […]

Submitted by: Tanya Staniland | Lenswood Mother’s Day Dance Sat. May 9, 2015 9:00 pm -1:00 am Lenswood Community Hall Music by Ken Thompson Tickets $12 – 12 and over Midnight Lunch Info: 236-4608 or 236-4782

Submitted by: Renate Wille | The Art Show was worth the drive into the country. You opened the church doors and entered a world of colour, arts and crafts: God given talents shared to be enjoyed. Click any picture for a larger version. The food and a chance to visit with friends were a drawing […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, April 21st, 2015, at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councilor’s, Delaurier, Whyte, Sakal, Moriaux and Friesen present. Minutes: 1. RESOLVED that the Minutes of the April 7th, 2015 regular meeting of Council be adopted as received. Carried: […]

Submitted by: Jayne Leadbeater | Swan Valley Community Band Tarnished Brass Spring Concert Thurs. May 7, 2015 7:30 pm SVRSS Multipurpose Room Silver Collection Refreshments Swan Valley Community Band Since 1994

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | The Minitonas Fiddlin Program held its 9th annual Spring Concert on April 24, 2015 at the Minitonas Early Years Auditorium. Picture by Jen Zamzow – Click for a larger version. The spotlight was placed on 38 of our grade 1 to grade 8 young musicians in the program under the […]