Pictures submitted by: Scott Swaiko | The 2013, Rotary Radio Auction was once again a great success. On Thursday, November 7, 2013 people across the Valley tuned in to GX94 radio with phone in hand to place their bid. Click any pictures for a larger version. Rotary members manned the phones and auction board to […]

RCMP Media Release | On November 10, 2013, Winnipegosis RCMP responded to a complaint of a shooting in the community of Duck Bay, Manitoba. A 43-year-old male from Duck Bay had been shot multiple times while he stood outside his residence. The victim was transported to Dauphin Regional Health Centre, where he is being treated […]

ValleyBiz Story | On a bitter cold Remembrance Day morning, RCMP, Cadets and Veterans marched down Veterans Way in Swan River to pay tribute to those who paid the ultimate price in service to our country. Click any picture for a larger version. After making their way from the Veterans Community Hall to the Cenotaph, […]

Submitted by: Shirley Todosichuk | Grey Cup 2013 Bud, Spud & Steak November 24, 2013 Louisiana Jax Westwood Inn Game starts at 5:30 Meal served at half-time Fundraiser in support of Special Olympics – Manitoba Parkland Region! Watch the BIG game on the BIG BIG screen and enjoy a great meal with friends and family! […]

ValleyBiz.ca Story | Many shoppers made their annual stop at Calico Corners on Friday, November 1, 2013. The Craft Sale & Bazaar, hosted by the Association for Community Living was filled with friendly faces and unique hand crafted treasures. MaryAnn Friesen sold items to raise money for Destiny Rescue, an organization dedicated to rescuing children […]

Submitted by: MaryAnn Friesen Gifts of Grace Awareness & Fundraising November 16, 2013 at Fabriculous 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm Proceeds go to Destiny Rescue and Beyond Borders. Destiny Rescue is dedicated to rescuing children from human trafficking and sexual exploitation. Beyond Borders is a national volunteer organization advancing the rights of children everywhere to […]

A Special Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday November 5, 2013 in the Village Council Chambers. Present – Mayor Meadows; Deputy Mayor Scouten; Councilor Offenberger; Councilor Zebinski; Councilor Schneider Chief Administrative Officer – Pat Ellingson Mayor Meadows called the meeting to order at 7:00 […]

Submitted by: Bev Lumax The Swan River Royal Purple Lodge # 185 is once again offering Christmas Baking for sale. With some of the best cooks in the valley, you can be sure of some special treats to serve your family this holiday season. Funds raised are donated to our National Charity “Fund for Children” […]

Submitted by: Swan Valley RISE Swan Valley RISE, along with Prairie Mountain Health, would like to thank all of the community sponsors and volunteers that helped make the U of M Medical Student Rural Interest Group trip a huge success. Cash Sponsors Kinsmen Club of Swan River RBC Royal Bank Swan River Lions Club Swan […]

Submitted by: Gillian McGrath | St. Andrew’s United Church Fall Supper Veterans Hall Sun. December 1, 2013 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm Adults $12 6-12 $5 5 and under Free Take out and local delivery available. Phone Lucile Neufeld 204 734 2170 before 30th November

Submitted by: Debbie Soloway On Sunday November 3rd the Pine River United Church sponsored their annual Christmas Craft Sale, bake sale and luncheon. Click any picture for a larger version. There were 23 exhibitors that came from as far as Churchbridge & Sturgis, SK, Barrows, Swan River, Dauphin, Gilbert Plains and surrounding area. Many different […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Council of the Rural Municipality of Swan River, held in the Council Chamber at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba on Tuesday, October 22, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. Present Reeve: Lorne Henkelman Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Alex Haluschak Terry Neely, Earl Hrappstead, Brian Burick GLEN FOSTER […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 16th day of October, 2013 A.D. at 7:15 p.m. Present: Mayor, Barkowski Councillors: Bartel & Caruk CAO: Carolyn Gordon Arriving Late With Notice: Councillor Windsor Delegations: 8:00 pm Gary Thiessen re: Town Public Works 1. […]

Submitted by: Carolyn Gordon Please join us in celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Community Store & support the enhancement of the Minitonas Hall!! Sat. November 16, 2013 Supper at 6:30 p.m. $15 per person Silent Auction will be Held During Supper Time & Talent Auction will be held immediately following the Supper Click here […]

Submitted by: Jessica Lacasse Hope you had a chance to visit Swan Valley Community’s That Care Spooktober Fest Haunted House! It was a great event which offered a Halloween experience for all ages. Click any picture for a larger version. Over 1000 visitors attended Spooktoberfest over three days. The event offered a parent and tot […]

Submitted by: Lloyd Gilchrist The Valley Stage Players will be presenting: “Office Hours” at the Veterans Community Hall Sat. November 23, 2013 7:30 p.m. Sun. November 24, 2013 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $15 each Available at Home Hardware, Lloyd’s Jewellers, and at the door. Rehearsals are in full swing for the Valley Stage Players annual […]

Submitted by: Gill McGrath Festival of Trees Friday, Nov. 29, 2013 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm 6:30pm – 8:30pm Saturday, Nov. 30, 2013 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm St. Andrews United Church Auditorium Deadline for entries is November 20th 2013 Businesses, organizations, Schools, Families or Individuals are invited to enter the Christmas Tree and Ginger […]

Province of Manitoba Media Release | MANITOBANS RECOGNIZED FOR DEDICATION TO COMMUNITY, SENIORS Healthy Living and Seniors Minister Sharon Blady today acknowledged those who make exceptional contributions to the lives of older Manitobans as she joined Dave Schellenberg, Manitoba Council on Aging (MCA) acting chair, to present the MCA Recognition Awards. “These awards recognize the […]

A friendly reminder from ValleyBiz that Daylight Savings Time ends November 3, 2013 The official time to set your clocks back 1 hour is: 2:00 am Sunday, November 3, 2013 Set your clock to: 1:00 am Each year, daylight saving time begins on the second Sunday in March and ends on the first Sunday in […]

Submitted by: Judy Biech | Lenswood Harvest Wind-Up Dance Nov. 16, 2013 Lenswood Hall 9 pm – 1 am (midnight lunch) Music by Ken Thompson & Desmond Legace Tickets sold at the door $12.00 per person For more information call Lori 236-4336 or Judy 236-4260 Lic. #297/13

ValleyBiz Story | The Minitonas & District Arena held their annual Skate-A-Thon fundraising event on Sunday, October 27, 2013. Approximately 50 skaters participated, raising over $2,500 for the arena. Click any picture for a large version. The kids had a great time skating, then took some time to rest, visit and snack on the hot […]

Submitted by: Debbie Soloway The Pine River Community Centre hosted a special coffee house on October 26th, 2013 that included great entertainment and talented performers. Click any picture for a larger version. The afternoon started off with introductions, organizer Debbie Soloway introduced Honorable W. Yvon Dumont as the MC for the event (Past Lieutenant Governor […]

Submitted by: Irene Hartwig | There were Pumpkins, Mice, Spies, and Scarecrows, just to name a few of the creatures that came out to dance and visit during the Swan Valley Air Cadets’ Halloween Dance on Friday, October 25th. Click any picture for a larger version. Our DJ, Tim Kemash, who is a former Air […]

Submitted by: Patty Gattinger On Saturday, October 26th the Swan Valley Ducks Unlimited committee hosted their 32nd Annual Banquet and Auction at the War Veterans Community Hall. In 2013 we are also celebrating the 75th anniversary of Ducks Unlimited in Canada. Click any picture for a larger version. About 180 guests were greeted to a […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, October 15th, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers. Mayor McKenzie presiding, Councillors Bobick, Friesen, Jacobson, Delaurier, Sakal and Whyte present. Delegation: Swan River Fire Department Fire Chief, Darren Fedorchuk discussed the need for land to facilitate a permanent fire department training […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Rural Municipality of Minitonas, held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 9th day of October, 2013 A.D. at 8:00 am. Present: Reeve McIntosh Councillors: Pacamaniuk, Klekta, Eisner & Rinsdorf CAO: Carolyn Gordon Delegations: George Church – Minitonas Lions Club re: Veteran Recognition Daryl Chartrand – […]

Submitted by: Paull Funeral Home On Wednesday October 16th, 2013 Paull Funeral Home held their first annual “Fall Lantern Lighting Ceremony”. Click any picture for a larger version. The Lantern Lighting Ceremony was a celebration of remembrance for those who have passed away not only in the 2013 year but also for those passed away […]

SPOOKTOBER-FEST Haunted House Sun. October 27, 2013 4pm – 8pm Mon. October 28, 2013 6pm – 10pm Wed. October 30, 2013 6pm – 10 pm Located at the Old John Deere Builiding in Swan River on the Bouldvards, on Highway #10 East. Not So Scary $2 Scary $5 Pre-Tickets available at Qwik Stop and Friendship […]

Submitted Story A very successful Sorority 35th Birthday Party was held on Sunday, October 20, 2013 Approximately 25 people attended. Pictured left are the present members Preceptor Kappa Chapter Click the picture for a larger version. Diana Taylor, Susan Singh, Crystal Hart, Angie Hinchliffe, & Erin Hodgson were the door prize winners. Woman of the […]

Submitted by: Swan Valley Rotary Club | The Swan Valley Rotary Club is holding its annual radio auction on: Thursday, November 7 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm Click here for an online list of items – pictures coming soon! Through the generous contributions of both the business and professional communities much has been accomplished for […]

Submitted by: Tammy Webster The Parkland AAA Bantam’s were able to sweep their way through the Melville tournament with a perfect 4-0-0 record. Click the picture for a larger version. Parkalnd VS Estevan 10-4 WIN Parkland VS Melville 7-4 WIN Parkland VS Regina Roxes 6-4 WIN A Side Final Parkland VS Yorkton 7-3 WIN Players […]

RCMP Report | On October 21, 2013, an autopsy was completed in Winnipeg on the found human remains located near Highway 10 on October 18. The deceased was positively identified as Gordon Albert BRASS, 42, of Indian Birch River (Wuskwi Sipihk First Nation), Manitoba . The investigation continues, however, foul play is not suspected.

Prairie Mountain Health Media Release | On October 18-20th, 46 medical students that are enrolled in the University of Manitoba’s Faculty of Medicine participated in a weekend workshop-aimed at highlighting the benefits of practicing medicine in rural communities. Click any picture for a larger version. The trip was organized by the Medical School’s Rural Interest […]

Community Foundation of Swan Valley 4th Annual Fundraiser Dinner Theatre Friday, Nov. 22, 2013 6:30 pm Veteran’s Hall Valley Stage Players present: Office Hours by Norm Foster $50.00 per person Table reservation available Advance Tickets Only Available from Foundation board members Or call 734-3289 or 734-9129 Prime Rib and Chicken Dinner Catered by Diane Sims […]

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday October 8, 2013 in the Village Council Chambers. Present: Mayor Meadows; Deputy Mayor Scouten; Councilor Schneider;Councilor Offenberger; Absent with permission – Councilor Zebinski Chief Administrative Officer ~ Pat Ellingson. Mayor Meadows called the meeting to order […]

Submitted by: Lesley Henkelman | Harvest Celebration Supper and Dance at the Benito Recreation Centre Saturday, Nov. 16, 2013 6:00 pm Cocktails 7:00 pm Supper 8:00 pm Entertainment 9:00 pm Dance Tickets are $25.00 Kids $12.00 (Under 18 must be accompanied by a parent) Music by Cattle Drive Other entertainment Dauphin Sche Raz Dance Club […]

Swan River RCMP Report | On October 17, 2013, just before 2 am, emergency crews responded to a 911 call of a couch on fire. All residents were evacuated from an apartment building in the 100 block of 5th Avenue South in Swan River, MB. The couch was moved onto the front lawn. The couch […]

Christmas Craft Sale Flea Market & Bakesale Sun., Nov.3, 2013 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Pine River Community Centre Sponsored by: Pine River United Church Rainbow Auction Lunch Served ~ Silver Collection Tables are $15 Call Debbie at 263-2643 to book yours!

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives GO Teams & Crops Knowledge Centre October 15, 2013 | Northwest Region Favourable weather, with drying winds and warm temperatures, helped general harvesting operations to continue early in the week. On Friday, a weather system brought 23 to 45 mm of rainfall across […]

Swan Valley Air Cadet Squadron Invites You To A Halloween Dance Friday, October 25, 2013 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Swan Valley Museum Hall Tickets $10 per person at the door. Come in Costume!!! Dry Dance – Chaperoned Ages 11 & Up — Parents Welcome Snacks Provided – Pop Available for Sale For More Information: […]

Special Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 4th day of October, 2013 A.D. at 5:20 p.m. The purpose of this Special Meeting of Council is to discuss the purchase of a new mower/snow thrower, the Favel River Bridge, the break-in at the […]

Submitted by: Corinna Wood A fundraiser was held on October 12th to raise money to help pay the fees for the adoption of a special needs boy from Eastern Europe. The Janzen sisters entertained us with fiddle music throughout the day and raised over $30 that way, which they then donated. The event was very […]

Pine River Community Centre Coffee House Special Saturday, October 26, 2013 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm. $10.00 Potluck Supper following the show. EVERYONE WELCOME Special Guest & Entertainers MC – Honourable Yvon Dumont The ST. Laurent Gaudry Boys Kevin Chief & The Norman Chief Square Dancers Music by Bellsite Band Live Entertainment, if you play […]

RCMP Media Release | Update: October 18, 2013 Late this afternoon civilian searchers located the body of a male between Indian Birch FN and Birch River along Highway 10. The identity of the deceased has not been confirmed. The investigation continues and no additional information is available at the present time. Updates will be provided […]

Swan River RCMP Monthly Report September 2013 Swan River Valley: In the month of September, 2013 Police investigated 348 incidents. Town of Swan River: Criminal Code offenses were slightly above average as were property offenses for this month. Persons crimes were also slightly above normal levels for this month. Persons crimes had thirteen Assaults, one […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, October 1st, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers. Mayor McKenzie presiding, Councillors Bobick, Friesen, Jacobson, Delaurier, Sakal and Whyte present. Minutes 1. RESOLVED that the Agenda for the October 1st, 2013 regular meeting of Council be received. Carried: 2. RESOLVED that […]

ValleyBiz Story | The 10th Annual Bowsman Bullarama put on by the Bowsman and District Lions Club was an awesome event. Watch some of the highlights in the videos below. The Wild West Shootout is a must see – even if you saw it in person. Videos Submitted by: Kevin Penner. Wild West Shootout Main […]

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Council of the Rural Municipality of Swan River, held in the Council Chamber at 216 Main Street West, Swan River, Manitoba on Tuesday, October 8, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. Present Reeve: Lorne Henkelman Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Alex Haluschak Terry Neely, Earl Hrappstead, Brian Burick DON MACHAN […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 2nd day of October, 2013 A.D. at 7:30 p.m. Present: Mayor, Barkowski Councillors: Robb, Windsor, Bartel & Caruk CAO: Carolyn Gordon Delegations: 8:30 pm Gary Thiessen re: Town Public Works 1. W. Robb – S. […]

Submitted by: Town of Minitonas The East Favel River Bridge has been reopened to public. The Minitonas Town Council would like to thank the residents, local business owners, and general public for their patience during the last 3 1/2 weeks since vandals set fire to the Favel River Bridge on 2nd Avenue in the Town […]