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 […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 18th day of September, 2013 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor, Barkowski Councillors: Robb, Windsor, Bartel & Caruk CAO: Carolyn Gordon Delegations: 9:00 pm Lonnie Armistead re: Waste Management 1. W. Robb – S. Windsor […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives GO Teams & Crops Knowledge Centre October 7, 2013 | Northwest Region Cool seasonal temperatures, cloudy conditions with scattered light rain showers and occasional strong winds, hampered harvest operations in the southern areas of the Northwest Region early in the week. Killing frosts […]

Submitted by: Elaine McGimpsey | Swan River Preceptor Kappa XP3075 is celebrating 35 years of Beta Sigma Phi in Swan River. Past and present Sorority Sisters are invited to meet for cake and refreshments Date: Sunday, October 20 2013. Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Where: Meeting Room – Super 8 Motel

RCMP Media Release | On Monday, October 7, 2013 just before 4:00 pm, Winnipegosis RCMP received a report of an armed robbery at the VLT Center in Pine Creek First Nation, Manitoba. Investigation revealed the three suspects, fully disguised entered the office of the gaming center, one of the suspects was carrying a long barrel […]

Submitted by: Lion Corey Hurren | Despite rumours of wanted outlaw “Bad Bart” coming there to cause trouble, well over four hundred people took their chances and came to the Bowsman Curling Rink to enjoy the Old Western Family BBQ on Saturday, October 5, 2013. Click any picture for a larger version. The Wild West […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Bowsman and District Lions Club hosted an Old Western Family Steak BBQ and Saloon on Saturday, October 5, 2013. The event included wagon rides, live music and dancing, a saloon and a wild west show. Click any picture for a larger version. Kids played cowboy on a rocking horse and poeple […]

Submitted by: Parkland Family Medicine Unit | The Parkland Family Medicine Unit, based in Dauphin, is a training site of the University of Manitoba, Department of Family Medicine. The Parkland unit hosts residents in their first and second years of family medicine residency training, alongside medical students and physician assistant trainees. The academic year starts […]

Submitted by: Jocelyn Beehler A small committee started with a vision (last fall) to install a disc golf course in Benito. That vision is now a reality. The grand opening for the Shaker City Disc Golf Course was July 20th and the sport has caught attention of Benito residents. At the grand opening there were […]

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday September 24, 2013 in the Village Council Chambers. Present: Mayor Meadows; Deputy Mayor Scouten; Councilor Schneider; Councilor Offenberger; Councilor Zebinski Chief Administrative Officer ~ Pat Ellingson. Mayor Meadows called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm […]

Manitoba Conservation and Water Stewardship reports the following enforcement activities. Moose Poaching in Swan River Area On the evening of Sept. 30, a bull moose was shot in Game Hunting Area 13A south of Birch River, approximately two kilometres east of PTH 10. This area is temporarily closed to moose hunting to ensure sustainable moose […]

Submitted by: Lloyd Gilchrist | The Swan Valley Hoedowners Square Dance club got the new season rolling on Wednesday by welcoming several new dancers to their weekly dance. Click any picture for a larger version. Caller Linda Gilchrist began the evening by putting all the dancers in a large circle and explaining and practicing some […]

ValleyBiz Story | On September 28, 2013, members of the Swan River Trap Club held their Annual Turkey Shoot which raises funds for the club. The annual trap shoot provides the opportunity for people to come out and take a shot at winning a turkey or a ham. Click any picture for a larger version. […]

Submitted by: Patty Gattinger Swan Valley Ducks Unlimited Annual Banquet & Auction Sat. October 26, 2013 5:30 pm Cocktails & viewing auction items 7:00 pm Supper This is the 75th Anniversary of Ducks in Canada and Swan Valley’s 32nd Annual Banquet. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased from Riddell’s Plumbing and Heating, Spruce Products […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives GO Teams & Crops Knowledge Centre September 30, 2013 | Northwest Region Throughout the Northwest Region, harvest operations were delayed by rainfall accumulations ranging from 15 to 80 mm. The highest amounts were reported in the area north of Ethelbert and Swan Valley, […]

Submitted by: Sherry Martin | Swan Valley Animal Protection League’s second annual Banquet and Fundraiser was once again a huge success, with a large crowd in attendance for a great dinner catered by Verneece Eggie and her hardworking crew. Click any picture for a larger version. Special guest speaker Doug Speirs, humour columnist for the […]

Valley Biz Story | On Friday, September 28, 2013 many friends and Minitonas residents stopped by Robb Motors for coffee, donuts and conversation, and to fill up one last time before the current owner retires. Click any picture at a larger version. For Bill Robb Jr. retirement is bittersweet. While he looks forward to having […]

Submitted by: Erin Hodgson | The Wonderbra Barbies is a group of local girls (Caitlynd Sutherland, Kristy Ashcroft, Erin Hodgson, Saree Parker, Taryn Cords, Kiera Floyde) who participate in the Run for the Cure in Brandon each year. Click any picture for a larger view. On Thursday, September 26, the Wonderbra Barbies hosted Shake It […]

Submitted by: Holly Kolodichuk | Fundraiser Trade Show Sat. October 12, 2013 Elks Hall 112 – 5th Ave. S. 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Face Painter, Door Prizes Chili and a Bun $5 11:00 am – 2:00 pm “You Are Worth More than Many Sparrows” An adoption in process bringing a special needs boy home […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, September 17th, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers. Councillor Friesen chaired the meeting in the absence of the Mayor and Deputy Mayor. Councillors Bobick, Jacobson, and Whyte present. Mayor McKenzie, Deputy Mayor Delaurier and Councillor Sakal were absent. Rezoning Hearing: The […]

Submitted by: Isabelle Lyons The CNIB tea and bake sale was held on Sat, Sept in Benito Legion hall sponsored by the Benito Legion Aux. $760.00 was raised with all the proceeds going to CNIB. Click any picture for a larger version. The door prize was won by Elaine Josephson of Benito. The first Food […]

Submitted by: Christine Marek-Matejka | Home Routes is proud to present an eclectic mix of superb professional musicians from across our great country and beyond. Left: Acoustic blues artists, Hills and Lemelin, throw it down on Sunday afternoon at the Matejka’s. Click picture for a larger version. With the fall season upon us, community volunteers […]

ValleyBiz Story | On Friday, September 20, grandmothers, teachers, family and friends joined students from the Swan Valley Regional Secondary school on a walk to raise awareness about the exploitation of children. Click any picture for a larger version. The walk also served as show support for the students in the Swan Valley. “Many students […]

Submitted by: Angela Mullin Swan Valley Co-op, Swan Valley Stampeders Booster Club & The Swan Valley Stampeders hosted a successful season opener tailgate party. Click any picture for a larger version. The Stamps season opened with a tailgate party at the Centennial arena parking lot, sponsored by Swan Valley Co-op. Hot Dogs & Drinks were […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives GO Teams & Crops Knowledge Centre September 23, 2013 | Northwest Region Good harvest conditions continued early in the week in the Northwest Region. However, a widespread weather system throughout the region resulted in 10 to 25 mm of rain and stopped harvest […]

ValleyBiz Story | Franchise owners Lance Jacobson and Coralie Gaudet-Jacobson held the grand opening of The Brick in Swan River on Friday, September 20, 2013. Following the ribbon cutting ceremony, eager customers got their first look inside the new store. Click any picture for a larger version. Inside, the showroom features a bedroom suite and […]

Submitted by: Tanya Powell | Thursday, September 19th Powell Motors celebrated with a tail gate party showcasing the new 2014 GMC and CHEVY trucks. We kicked off the sale with the Swan River Tigers Junior football team having a hot dog and drink sale. It was well attended throughout the afternoon. We would like to […]

Swan River RCMP Monthly Report August 2013 Swan River Valley: In the month of August, 2013 Police investigated 331 incidents. Town of Swan River: Criminal Code offenses were slightly above average as were property offenses for this month. Persons crimes were at normal levels for this month. Persons crimes had ten Assaults, three Assault with […]

Submitted by: Lloyd Gilchrist The Swan Valley Hoedowners square dance club is ready to begin another fun season of square dancing beginning Wednesday, October 2, 2013 at the Swan River Seniors’ Centre at 7 p.m. This is an opportune time to come out and try square dancing for your first time. Dancing continues weekly and […]

ValleyBiz Story| Sunday, September 15, 2013 marked the 33rd Annual Terry Fox run. In Swan River, 62 registered participants and 10 volunteers joined others across Canada and across the world. Over $7200 was raised locally in support of cancer research. Click any picture for a larger view. Terry Fox’s legacy was honoured by those who […]

Submitted by: Bowsman and District Lions Club | The Bowsman and District Lions Club would like to invite you to the 10th Anniversary of their annual Bull-A-Rama at the Bowsman Arena on Saturday, October 5, 2013. 3:30 pm Old Western Family Steak BBQ and Saloon 7:00 pm Bull-A-Rama Rough Stock Rodeo 9:00 pm All Ages […]

RCMP Media Release | On September 14, 2013, at approximately 4:30 pm, Swan River RCMP and Minitonas Fire Department were dispatched to a bridge fire on 2nd Avenue in Minitonas. No injuries were sustained. The fire caused considerable damage to the bridge, which is now closed to ensure public safety. The investigation showed the cause […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Grand Opening of the Pine River Memorial Park was held on Sunday, September 15, 2013. Originally a hay field, the park was established by the Pine River Local Urban Distruct (LUD) and dedicated to the Pioneers who founded Pine River. Click any picture for a larger version. The vision for the […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives GO Teams & Crops Knowledge Centre September 16, 2013 | Northwest Region Warm daytime temperatures and light to moderate winds dominated harvest conditions across the Northwest Region. Cooling overnight temperatures and higher humidity occasionally delayed early morning combining until dew dried off. Isolated […]

Submitted by: Tanya Powell | Join us for a Tail Gate Party Thurs. Sept. 19, 2013 Powell Motors Ltd. Lot 12:00 Noon -8:00 pm Enjoy a Hot Dog and a Drink Proceeds going to the SVRSS Tigers Junior Football Team We’re launching the ALL NEW 2014 GMC & CHEVY TRUCKS Take one for a test […]

Submitted by: Linda Bird | Wonderbra Barbies along with AdrenaLynne Fitness and Aurora Mobile DJ Services Invite you to help them Shake it for a Cure! Who: YOU! And all of your friends. No experience necessary. What: An hour long Zumba class led by Lynne Menard of AdrenaLynne Fitness When: Thursday, September 26, 2013 at […]

ValleyBiz Story | Many people are having to plan an alternate route to get to work, school, or just through town after the bridge on 2nd Avenue, one of the main roads through Minitonas, was damaged by a fire on Saturday afternoon, September 14, 2013. Click any picture for a larger version. No official reports […]

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, September 10, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. Present Reeve: Lorne Henkelman Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Alex Haluschak Earl Hrappstead, Brian Burick Absent: Terry Neely ALEX […]

Submitted by: Angela Mullin | Swan Valley Co-op and Stampeders / Swan Valley Stampeders Booster Club Invite you to the Kickoff Tailgate Party Sat. September 21, 2013 Centennial Arena Parking Lot 4pm til game time Let’s kick this season off right! Bring your noisemakers & have a good time! Come Meet the Board Members, Staff […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 4th day of September, 2013 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor, Barkowski Councillors: Robb, Windsor & Caruk CAO: Carolyn Gordon Absent With Notice: Councillor Bartel Delegations: 8:00 pm B. Waito re: Community Store’s 50th Anniversary […]

Submitted by: Michelle Buck | Sunday, September 8, 2013 saw 40 teams participating in the annual fall Blue Sky Team Cattle Penning Jackpot just south of Benito, MB. Click any picture for a larger version. The weather was perfect for cows, horses, and riders, and the slightly lower than usual turnout for teams meant there […]

Submitted by: James Wigley On September 10, 2013 at the Temple Baptist Church community members came together to participate in the Community Awareness Walk which was to bring awareness about suicide and fight the stigma that comes with suicide. Planning committee pictued above – click for a larger version. Back L-R: Susan May, Rob TerHorst, […]

Submitted by: Isabelle Lyons CNIB Tea and Bake Sale Sat. September 21, 2013 Benito Legion Hall 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Sponsored by the Benito Ladies Auxiliary to the Royal Canadian Branch#228

Swan River RCMP Report | On the 5th of September 2013 the Swan River RCMP received a complaint of a theft of a boat, motor and trailer that had occurred from a business in the community of Minitonas Manitoba. The theft had occurred between 6:00 p.m. on the 4th of September and 7:45 a.m. on […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives GO Teams & Crops Knowledge Centre September 9, 2013 | Northwest Region Favorable weather conditions allowed for general harvest operations through the Northwest Region for most of the week. Some isolated light showers over Thursday night delayed harvest for a short time around […]

ValleyBiz Story | Formo Motors held a sod turning ceremony on Thursday, September 5, 2013 to mark the start of their new construction project. The customer focused expansion is part of Ford of Canada’s Millennium Facility Program. Click any picture for a larger version. Formo Motors first opened their doors in Preeceville, SK in 1964 […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, September 3rd, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Bobick, Sakal, Friesen, Whyte and Delaurier present. Councillor Jacobson was absent. Minutes 1. RESOLVED that the minutes of the August 20th, 2013 regular meeting of Council be […]

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, August 27, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. Present Reeve: Lorne Henkelman Councillors: Don Machan, Alex Haluschak, Earl Hrappstead, Brian Burick Absent: Glen Foster, Terry Neely EARL […]

Submitted by: Stephen Tanner | Local resident, Logan Tanner, along with design partner Jon Wilzon (Winnipeg), where chosen as finalists for their print ad entered in the 2013 Big Rock Eddies advertising competition. Click any picture for a larger version. Big Rock Brewery holds an annual advertizing competition inviting Canadians to submit video and print […]