Swan Valley Stampeders Media Release | With regret, the Board of Directors of the Swan Valley Stampeders announce that Head Coach and General Manager, Barry Wolff, has chosen not to return for the 2019-2020 season and has resigned from his position effective immediately. Wolff’s contract with the Stampeders was for the 2018-2019 and 2019-2020 seasons, […]
Monthly Archives: May 2019
Waters Edge Bible Camp Holds Annual Kickoff Event
Submitted by: Lesley Betcher | Waters Edge Bible Camp held their annual kickoff event on Sunday, April 14 with more than 75 in attendance to enjoy the loaded smokie on a bun supper. Staff introductions were made and the evening was followed up by an entertaining dessert auction. For more information about Waters Edge Bible […]
Swan Valley West – February 12, 2019
Regular Meeting of the Council of the Municipality of Swan Valley West, held in the Council Chambers at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba this 12th day of February, 2019 at 7:00 pm. Present: Reeve: William Galloway Councillors: Carrie Blosha Glen Foster Bill Gade Darryl Pierrepont Tyler Kushniryk Matt Wills Admin Assistant: Cheryle Zbirun […]
Over 400 Attend Sport Fish Annual Banquet
Submitted by: Duane Whyte | Swan Valley Sport Fishing Enhancement hosted 400 plus people for another great fish dinner and fundraiser on April 27, 2019. Darren Staples (above) won the $1,000 dollar bill and Glen Thompson won the boat. Check our website for fantastic information.
Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report – April 30, 2019
Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture April 30, 2019 | Northwest Region The growing season looks normal for this time of year in the northwest region. Temperatures ranged from the high teens during the day dropping to well below freezing overnight. There were no precipitation events this past week. Soil moisture is generally […]
Benito Skate Park Mothers Day Brunch – May 12, 2019
Submitted by: Shawna Kostiuk | Benito Skate Park Mothers Day Brunch Sun. May 12, 2019 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Benito Legion Hall Pancakes, Sausages, Eggs, Hashbrowns, Banana Bread, Coffee, Juice Adults: $10.00 Children 6-10: $5.00 Under 6: Free Silent Auction Special gift for each lady Draw to be made for the Moose Jaw Getaway […]
SVSD Provides a Ride to Education Review Workshop
Swan Valley School Division Media Release | LET’S FILL THE BUS! As part of the Provincial Government’s Kindergarten to Grade 12 Education Review, interactive workshops are going to held in various locations around the province. Here’s what you can expect. The workshops will offer an informal and interactive way for you to share your thoughts. […]
Presentation Explores Benefits of Eating the Rainbow
Submitted by: David Ogram On the afternoon of Saturday, April 27 approximately 20 people attended a presentation at the Swan River Seventh-day Adventist Church by Glenda Nischuk. Glenda is a certified Nutritionist. She and her husband, Lornen own a Business in Yorkton called The Better Living Centre. The title of Glenda’s presentation was: Colorful Foods, […]
Wellman Lake United Church Camp BBQ – May 30, 2019
Submitted by: Lucile Neufeld | Wellman Lake United Church Camp Fundraising BBQ May 30, 2019 11:00 am – 1:30 pm Sponsored by Giant Tiger 1300 Main St. Swan River Burger, Chips and Drink $5 Preorders by phone or email before May 28 204-734-2170 or eneufeld@mymts.net Proceeds towards our new modern bathroom facilities.
Swan Valley Hoedowners Dance Up a Storm in Durban
Submitted by: Lloyd Gilchrist | More than seven squares of enthusiastic square dancers descended on the Durban Hall on Saturday, April 27 to help the Swan Valley Hoedowners celebrate the conclusion of the square dance season. Caller Linda Gilchrist kept the dancers hopping to the lively music and interesting square dance moves. The afternoon festivities […]
Communities in Bloom Hosts Successful Tree Pruning Clinic
Submitted by: June McKenzie | On Saturday, April 27, Communities in Bloom hosted a successful Tree Pruning Clinic. Hugh Skinner shared his expertise with 23 home gardeners as he shared his knowledge of pruning, identifying and preserving trees and shrubs. The clinic, which included demos, took place at the town’s arboretum which has a large […]
Lutheran Church Spring Tea – May 11, 2019
Submitted by: Renate Wille | Trinity Lutheran Church Spring Tea 201 Dixie Road Saturday May 11, 2019 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Tea Tables, Bake Table $5.00, Under 12 $2.00
Talented Performances at Dolyna Dancers Concert
Submitted by: Nicole Clouson | The Dolyna Dancers held their Annual Dessert Concert on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at the SVRSS. The dancers performed to a packed house, and the crowd sure appreciated the talent that was shown through the night! The evening started with Les Rolsky and Bill Macooh playing music as guests made […]