Monthly Archives: June 2025

Swan River RCMP Make Arrest in Multiple Thefts

RCMP Media Release | On June 21, 2025, at 6:00 am, Swan River RCMP received a report of an attempted theft of vehicle in progress at a residence located in the RM of Mountain. The caller stated he was awakened by someone outside his home. When he went out to investigate, he located an unknown […]

2025/06/24Local Interest

Congratulations To The Graduating Class Of 2025

Congratulations to the Graduating Class of 2025 Swan Valley Regional Secondary School June 20, 2025 Be Like a Tree: Stay grounded. Connect with your roots. Turn over a new leaf. Bend before you break. Celebrate your unique natural beauty. Keep Growing! Swan Valley Regional Secondary School Graduating Class of 2025 Adetola, Ayooluwa Judah Baskier, Arden […]

2025/06/22Local Interest

Bargain Hunters Explore Benito Garage and Sidewalk Sale

Submitted by: Gloria Stesenko The Benito Annual Community Garage and Sidewalk Sale was held on Saturday, May 31, 2025 with a huge amount of bargain hunters and shoppers in for the day. The community was full of activity as 38 plus sites set up their tables and displays. Businesses where very active with special sales […]

2025/06/20Local Interest

Great Support for Grad 2025 Fundraising BBQ

Submitted by: Rachael Stober A Safe Grad Fundraising BBQ was held on May 23, 2025. It was a windy day, but the SVRSS Graduating Class of 2025 still had a lot of support from the Town of Swan River. Just under 600 burgers were sold and the funds will go directly to the Safe Grad […]

2025/06/19Local Interest

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report – June 17, 2025

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary June 17, 2025 Northwest Region Seeding is virtually complete across the region. Herbicide applications are ongoing in various crops as they reach the appropriate stages. Spring cereal and field pea herbicide applications are nearing completion, while herbicide applications in canola and soybeans continue. Windy conditions continue to challenge spray operations. […]

2025/06/18Local Interest

CFSV Awards Over $89,000 In Grants to Local Groups

Submitted by: Community Foundation of Swan Valley | On April 20, 2025, the Community Foundation of Swan Valley (CFSV) held their 6th Annual Spring Grant presentation and information night at the Swan Valley Museum Hall. The audience was greeted with a special guest performance by talented local vocalists Harper Dahl, and Terri Boyd. Over $89,000 […]

2025/06/17Local Interest

Church Closing Celebrations – June 21 & 22, 2025

Submitted by: Margaret McCallum | Closing Celebrations Benito and Kenville United Churches Open House at each Church Saturday June 21, 2025 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Sun. June 22, 2025 Kenville Service 10:00 am followed by Potluck Lunch Benito Service 3:00 pm Dinner at Benito Legion Hall 5:00 pm Please call: 431-363-0332 or 204-539–2805

2025/06/16Local Interest

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report – June 10, 2025

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary June 10, 2025 Northwest Region Seeding is nearing completion. The entire Northwest region welcomed precipitation over the weekend. Midweek overnight temperatures hovered just above 0°C in many areas, with Gilbert Plains recording the lowest overnight temperature of -0.6°C. Fall rye and winter wheat range from early to full head emergence. […]

2025/06/15Local Interest

RM of Mountain Minutes – May 14, 2025

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, May 14th, 2025 at the Rural Municipality of Mountain Council Chambers in Birch River, MB. Members Present: Reeve: Keith Behrmann Councillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Dan Laychuk, Nestor Rizok, Jarrett Mosiondz, and Brad Wyatt. Councillor Pedersen was absent with notice. CAO Paige […]

2025/06/15Local Interest

Town of Swan River Minutes – May 6, 2025

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, May 6th, 2025, at 7:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Moriaux and Councilors Bobick, Powell, and Whyte. Absent with notice: Also Present: CAO W. Tewnion, CFO T. Gnida, Public Works Director D. Harvey, Recreation Director […]

2025/06/14Local Interest

Barrows Gospel Jamboree 2025

Pictured above: Cindy Ghostkeeper-Whitehead from James Smith Reserve in SK. All those who were able to attend the Jamboree were blessed. The crowd was smaller than usual, but we heard some reports of people not being able to attend because of the smoke. Maybe this also kept others away that we have not heard of. […]

2025/06/13Local Interest

Services to Seniors AGM – June 17, 2025

Swan River & District Community Resource Council Inc. (Services To Seniors) Annual General Meeting June 17, 2025 AT 1:30 PM 126 – 6th Ave N Swan River, MB All are welcome to attend. PLEASE JOIN US!

2025/06/12Local Interest

Overwhelming Response at RCL Supper for Fire Evacuees

Submitted by: Glenda Foster | The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #39 hosted a supper for Fire Evacuees and Host families on June 6, 2025. We had an overwhelming response to our supper and fed approximately 260! We would like to recognize and thank the following sponsors of our event – we cannot thank our community […]

2025/06/10Local Interest

Coffee And A Chat – June 25 & 26, 2025

Submitted by: Services to Seniors Coffee & a Chat Birch River Drop In Center Closed for June and July June 25, 2025 Benito Drop In Centre June 26, 2025 Swan River Senior Citizen Centre All locations 10:00 am – 12:00 pm This Month’s Topics: In Benito Haskapp Berry Farm, the journey with Craig and Carol […]

2025/06/08Local Interest

Manitoba Agriculture Crop Report – June 3, 2025

Manitoba Agriculture Seasonal Crop Summary June 3, 2025 Northwest Region Good seeding progress was made this week, with seeding nearing completion. Fall rye and winter wheat crops range from boot stage to early head emergence. Spring wheat seeding is estimated to be 98% complete. Earlier seeded fields are starting to tiller. In crop herbicide applications […]

2025/06/06Local Interest

Evacuee Burger and Fries Night – June 6, 2025

Submitted by: Royal Canadian Legion Branch #39 Burger and Fries Night For All Evacuees and thier Hosts Fri. June 6, 2025 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm 123 – 6th Ave. North Swan River The Swan River Legion is planning a BURGER AND FRIES NIGHT (at NO cost to you). We invite you to joins us […]

2025/06/03Local Interest