Monthly Archives: July 2021

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report – July 27, 2021

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture July 27, 2021 | Northwest Region Temperatures moderated this past week, mostly keeping below 30°C across the region. Along with some precipitation, gave crops in the area a break from the recent intense heat and dry conditions they’ve been put through. Precipitation amounts ranged from 8 mm […]

2021/07/30Local Interest

Paws Up to CBF Grade 7/8 Class

Submitted by: Sherry Martin | The Grade 7/8 class at the CBF School did a school project, and they chose running a business. The class decided to run a canteen, and then they would donate the money they made to a charity of their choice. The children raised $182 and they chose to give their […]

2021/07/28Local Interest

Swan Valley Farmer’s Market 2021 Opening Day

Submitted by: Jena McKee | The opening day of the Swan Valley Farmers Market on July 22, 2021 was a huge success! Thank you to all of you who came out to support our local vendors, it was an excellent start to what will hopefully be a busy market season. Such a wide variety of […]

2021/07/26Local Interest

RCMP Officer Injured During Arrest of Male with Weapon

RCMP Media Release | On July 22, 2021, at approximately 8:30 pm, Swan River RCMP received a report of a suspicious male wandering in the back lane behind 12th Avenue South in Swan River, Manitoba. Officers attended and located the male near 11th Avenue South. When the officers approached the male, a large sword could […]

2021/07/23Local Interest

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report – July 20, 2021

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture July 20, 2021 | Northwest Region High temperatures continued for most of the preceding week. Smoky conditions from wildfires has led to air quality advisories. The smoke has reduced solar radiation, cooling air temperatures somewhat. Little to no precipitation across region this week. High temperatures continue to […]

2021/07/22Local Interest

Town of Swan River Minutes – June 14, 2021

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, June 14th , 2021 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Councillors Delaurier, Friesen, Moriaux, and Deputy Mayor Wintoniw, Councillor Whyte absent with permission. Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Fire Chief D. Fedorchuk, Dir. […]

2021/07/18Local Interest

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report – July 13, 2021

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture July 13, 2021 | Northwest Region A cooler start to the week followed by intense heat for a number of days continued to cause crop stress and deplete soil moisture throughout the Northwest Region. Temperatures reached the mid 30’s for multiple days last week. These high temperatures […]

2021/07/16Local Interest

Swan Valley Farmers Market Opening Day – July 22, 2021

Submitted by: Jena McKee | Swan Valley Farmers Market Every Thursday 4 – 6 pm Swan Valley Museum Starting July 22, 2021 Come check out a variety of locally produced jams, honey, candles, body care, essential oils, fresh baking and veggies and many unique homemade treasures!

2021/07/14Local Interest

ValleyBiz is on the move and looking better than ever!

ValleyBiz Story | ValleyBiz has been the online connection to the Swan Valley for over 10 years. In order to continue to provide access to ValleyBiz.ca, we have moved to a new server and upgraded some of our services and platforms with our hosting provider. Everything you love about ValleyBiz is still there, but the […]

2021/07/13Local Interest

Swan Valley School Division Minutes – June 28, 2021

Swan Valley School Division Executive Summary of the June 28, 2021 Submitted by: Jon Zilkey, Superintendent/CEO 1. The Board discussed SVRSS Graduation that was held on June 25, 2021. The Board wished all graduates the best of luck in their future. The Board also wanted to acknowledge the incredible work done by the SVRSS staff […]

2021/07/12Local Interest

RM of Mountain Minutes – June 9, 2021

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, June 9th, 2021 via video conference. Members Present: Reeve: Robert Hanson Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Steve Nadolney, Nestor Rizok, Connie Forbes, Arnie Pedersen and Brad Wyatt. CAO Paige Wozny was present and acted as secretary. Finance Officer Kim Paterson was also […]

2021/07/11Local Interest

Town of Swan River Minutes – June 1, 2021

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, June 1st , 2021 at 7:30 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Councillors Delaurier and Friesen in person and Councillor Moriaux by teleconferencing. Also Present: CAO D. Poole, CFO T. Gnida, Fire Chief D. Fedorchuk, Dir. of Works […]

2021/07/09Local Interest

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report – July 6, 2021

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture July 6, 2021 | Northwest Region Intense heat for a number of days stressed crops throughout the Northwest region. Temperatures reached highs of 36°C with overnight temperatures remaining high as well. Areas that were lacking moisture before the intense heat became more apparent as stresses started to […]

2021/07/07Local Interest

RCMP Investigate Fatal Off-road Vehicle Collision

RCMP Media Release | On July 3, 2021 at 12:30 am, Swan River RCMP received a report of an off-road vehicle collision that occurred on Roy Hamilton Road on the Sapotawayak First Nation. Officers have determined that a 22-year-old male, from the Sapotawayak First Nation, had just dropped off a passenger at a residence and […]

2021/07/05Local Interest

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report – June 29, 2021

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture June 29, 2021 | Northwest Region There were scattered isolated showers through the Northwest region last week. With the exception of pockets in the region, as well as Roblin and The Pas areas where 13mm fell, there were no significant accumulations. Daytime temperatures were over 25°C, however […]

2021/07/03Local Interest

Swan River Pfizer & Moderna Vaccine Clinics – July 2021

Prairie Mountain Health Public Service Announcement | Swan River Vaccine Clinics Mon. July 5, 2021 Tues. July 6, 2021 Fri. July 9, 2021 Tues. July 13, 2021 Tues. July 20, 2021   Veterans Hall – 119 6th Ave. N 18 yrs & Up: Moderna Clinics Call to book your appointment Call: 1-844-626-8222 Moderna Walk-ins July […]

2021/07/02Local Interest