A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, June 11, 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 […]

RCMP Media Release | On June 1, 2013 at about 11:30 pm, a 24 year old Swan River man had fallen from the 2nd story of the Valley Hotel in Swan River, Manitoba. Swan River RCMP was conducting regular patrols when they came upon a group of people in front of the Valley Hotel. A […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 5th day of June, 2013 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor Barkowski Councillors: Robb, Bartel & Caruk CAO: Carolyn Gordon Delegations: 7:30 pm B. Martin, Swan River Assessment Branch – re: Tax Impact, 2014 Assessment […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, June 4th at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Deputy Mayor Jason Delaurier presiding and Councillors Bobick, Jacobson, Friesen, Whyte and Sakal present. Mayor Glen McKenzie absent. Delegations: Joe Mante, Manager of the Richardson & Recreation Wellness Center was introduced to Council. […]

Swan River RCMP Monthly Report May 2013 Swan River Valley: In the month of May, 2013 Police investigated 303 incidents. Town of Swan River: Criminal Code offenses were slightly above average while property offenses were at normal levels this month. Persons crimes were also higher than normal levels for this month. Persons crimes had fourteen […]

The Grand Prize Winner of the Health Sciences Foundation Home Lottery was announced Thursday, June 13, 2013. The $1.4 Million show home in Winnipeg’s Tuxedo neighborhood, along with $50,000 in cash was won by Irwin Steen of Kenville, MB. The 4 bedroom bungalow features nearly 5,000 square feet of living space, two-level courtyard with outdoor […]

RCMP Media Release | On June 3, 2013, at about 3:50 am, Swan River RCMP responded to a commercial alarm regarding a Break-In to the Swan River Golf and Country Club, Swan River, Manitoba. Police investigation connected several occurrences relating to the same culprit(s). Rocky BIGHEAD , age 18, a resident of Swan River, Manitoba […]

RCMP Media Release | On June 7, 2013 Swan River RCMP laid 2 charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. Charged are Travis John BELL (23 years) of Swan River (5 charges, re: Possession of a Controlled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking […]

June 12, 2013, Robert Sopuck, Member of Parliament for Dauphin—Swan River—Marquette, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced support for the Northern Neighbours Recreation Centre under the Harper Government’s Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIF). “Our Government is committed to creating jobs, growth and long-term prosperity in communities […]

Submitted by: Stephen Tanner | An 18+ social has been organized to help raise money for the Chen family to cover some of their loses from the fire at their home and business. Veteran’s Community Hall Saturday, June 22, 2013 9:00 pm to 2:00 am The Chen Family’s restaurant and their home above the restaurant […]

Prairie Mountain Health News Release Swan River residents and those in the surrounding areas now have access at home to an important specialized medical procedure that can help confirm the diagnosis of cancer. Today, Health Minister Theresa Oswald announced the Manitoba government is investing in new endoscopy equipment for the Swan Valley Health Centre. “When […]

Submitted by: Karla Weir Bowsman Community Skating Arena Family Fun Day Sat. June 22, 2013 Lots and lots of activities to enjoy. A full day and night of celebration!! Pancake Breakfast 9:00 am -11:00 am Kids Activities 11:00 am Games 12:30 pm face painting, dunk tank, Lions Train, Fire Truck Rides 3:00 pm Horse Drawn […]

Submitted by, Kathy Highmoor | “Dear God, I didn’t think orange went with purple until I saw the sunset you made on Tuesday night. That was really cool.” – Thomas (From Theology…child style) Click any picture for a larger version. Pictures submitted by Courtney Densen and Jocelyn Marchuk For one Sunday each year the Hillsview […]

Submitted by: Candice Jesmer Swan Valley Funeral Services will be hosting a Complimentary BBQ Lunch Wed. June 12, 2013 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Swan Valley Funeral Services Meet the new owners! Door prizes Silver collection for the Swan Valley Health Facilities Foundation.

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives GO Teams & Crops Knowledge Centre June 10, 2013 | Northwest Region The Northwest Region received rainfall over the week, with Ste. Rose receiving 38 mm, Roblin 20 mm, The Pas 11 mm and similar amounts were recorded in Dauphin. Seeding is complete […]

ValleyBiz Story | The 2013 Relay for Life took place at the Ag Society Fairgrounds on Friday, June 7, 2013. 12 Teams and other supporters joined together to walk through the night to raise money for the Canadian Cancer Society. Click any picture for a larger version. The evening started by acknowledging the participating Cancer […]

Photos submitted by: Marg Terry Although the season was off to a slow start, we are finally seeing signs that spring is actually here and summer is just around the corner. Marg Terry submitted these blossom pictures that she took this week. Click any picture for a larger version.

Submitted by: Tanya Chernyk Swan Valley Stock Car Club Season Opener Rained Out June 8, 2013 RESCHEDULED June 15, 2013 – 5:00 pm Mud Bog to Follow Come and See How Dirty You Can Get! Directions from Swan River: 2 miles east on Highway #10 5 miles south on Road #488 1/4 mile east on […]

Submitted by: Jocelyn Beehler | CBF Christian School is pleased to say that we have been blessed abundantly with Campbell’s Soup Labels. There are numerous organizations that grant us their labels. click any picture for a larger version Campbell’s has a program called “Label’s for Education,” where organizations can collect labels, which turn intopoints that […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, May 21st at 7:30 pm. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Bobick, Jacobson, Friesen, Whyte, Delaurier and Sakai present. Variation Order Hearing: The Variation Order Hearing was called to order by Mayor McKenzie who advised that the purpose of […]

Submitted by: Shirley Yaschyshyn | On Thursday, May 30, 2013, a Zumbathon was held at the Louisiana Jax (Westwood Inn) from 6:30-9:30pm to raise money for Relay for Life Swan River. Click any picture for a larger picture. Twenty three ladies along with Zumba Instructors Lynne Menard and Shirley Yaschyshyn attended and raised $375.50! The […]

Submitted by: Swan Valley Rec | The Swan Valley District Recreation Commission presents: 2013 Summer Playground Program July 2 – August 9, 2013 Monday to Friday 1:00 am to 4:00 pm Plenty of fun for ages 5 – 12 A lot of games, crafts, snacks and some field trips planned for the upcoming summer. $90 […]

ValleyBiz Story | Taylor School held their annual Fun Festival on Friday, June 1, 2013 at the Swan River Centennial Arena. The Fun Festival is the school’s annual fundraising event that includes games, prizes, activities, draws and more. Click any picture for a larger version. There were many old carnival standbys such as tossing games […]

Submitted by: Swan Valley Rec | The Swan Valley District Recreation Commission presents: Explore Sports Camp! August 12-16, 2013 9:00 am – 4:00 pm $100 for full week Ages 9-12 Limited Spaces Register at the Rec Office by June 28, 2013 Confirmed Sports: Basketball, Cycling, Disc Sports, Golf, Lacrosse, Volleyball, Water Polo Potential Sports: Wrestling, […]

Submitted by: Wade Dale | Bowsman United Church Prayer Quilt Group 3th Annual quilt Show “Joy” was held at the Bowsman Legion on Saturday June 1, 2013. Click any picture for a larger version. It takes a lot of work to set up such a large quilt show. Luckily the quilters spouse, children and friends […]

Submitted by: Melodie Smith | Skateboard Union presents … First Annual Community Family Dance June 14, 2013 Time 6:30 pm – 10:30pm Swan Valley Museum Cost – $5.00 per family Canteen will be available All money raised will help build a shaded seating area at Skateboard Park.

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives GO Teams & Crops Knowledge Centre June 3, 2013 | Northwest Region General rains on May 27 and 28 in the Northwest Region resulted in amounts of 25 to 35 mm, with localized reports up to 60 mm. However, field conditions improved through […]

Submitted by: Sherry Martin | People were lining up by 8:30 a.m. at the Museum Hall for the second annual Swan Valley Animal Protection League’s garage sale on June 1, 2013. Click any picture for a larger version. Thanks to generous donors, there was a huge variety of items to shop for; including furniture, household […]

Submitted by: Kathy Highmoor The Hillsview Pastoral Charge will have a Pancake Breakfast at the Wellman Lake United Church Camp. All are invited! June 9, 2013 9:15 am Breakfast will begin at 9:15am and continue to 10:30am. No charge but donations would be accepted. The Breakfast will be followed by a Service of Praise and […]

With spring finally here and the arrival of warmer weather there have been increased reports of theft and Vandalism in the Swan Valley. Swan River RCMP provide these theft prevention tips. Swan River RCMP Report: Theft and vandalism On the perimeter Make sure there aren’t any objects lying around that could be used to break […]

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, May 28, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. Present Reeve: Lorne Henkelman Councillors: Glen Foster Don Machan Alex Haluschak Earl Hrappstead Brian Burick Absent: Terry Neely GLEN […]

RCMP Media Release | On May 30, 2013 at about 4:30 am Swan River RCMP received a dispatch to an alarm at a business on Main street in Swan River, Manitoba. Swan River’s 83 North Computers had a rock thrown through their front window by an unknown person. Entry into the business was not gained. […]

A Special Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 in the Village Council Chambers. Present – Mayor Meadows; Deputy Mayor Scouten; Councilor Zebinski; Chief Administrative Officer – Pat Ellingson Absent – Councilor Offenberger Delegation – Valley Lion’s Recycling – C. Koostra & […]

Submitted by: Shasta Scott The Swan Valley Chapter of the Compassionate Friends will be holding a Balloon Release June 23, 2013 3:00 pm Legion Park There will be a short program starting at 3:00 pm followed by the balloon release in memory of our children. Refreshments and fellowship will take place afterwards. The Compassionate Friends […]

Submitted by: Angela Mullin | May 25 & 26, 2013 were busy days at the Swan Valley Agriculture Rodeo grounds. Sheena Dunham gave a great barrel racing clinic both days with a MBRA sanctioned race each day. Click any picture for a larger version. Barrel racers came from all over the Parkland to participate. People […]

Submitted by: Tanya Chernyk Swan Valley Stock Car Club Season Opener June 8, 2013 – 5:00 pm Mud Bog to Follow Come and See How Dirty You Can Get! Directions from Swan River: 2 miles east on Highway #10 5 miles south on Road #488 1/4 mile east on Road #485 2013 RACE SCHEDULE June […]

Submitted by: Gillian McGrath On Saturday May 25, 2013 Swan Valley Settlement and Immigration Services hosted a pot luck supper to welcome all our newcomers – both old and new to the valley. Click any picture for a larger version. The event was well attended with over 70 people turning out.

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives GO Teams & Crops Knowledge Centre May 27, 2013 | Northwest Region Weather conditions remain favourable for seeding to continue rapidly throughout the Northwest Region. Temperatures were below seasonal later in the week with some light frost reported on May 23. Heavy cloud […]

Swan River RCMP received the following calls regarding Minitonas vandalism: 1) That sometime overnight, unknown person(s) cracked the Minitonas Community Store’s window with an unknown object. 2) The Minitonas Post Office had the their south window broken over the weekend. 3) Mischief/vandalism occurred to a work truck (2006 white Hino (Weston Bakeries truck). It appears […]

Submitted by: Beverley Polon, Swan Valley Communities That Care Coordinator | On Friday May 24th, 2013 Swan Valley Communities That Care (SVCTC) hosted Dr. Karen Rempel from Brandon University at a luncheon meeting at the Super 8 Motel. Over 40 community members attended her very informative session explaining the Vital Outcomes Indicators for Community Engagement […]

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, May 14, 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 […]

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF THE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MOUNTAIN HELD WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2013 IN THE R.M. OF MOUNTAIN COUNCIL CHAMBERS IN BIRCH RIVER, MANITOBA. Members Present: Reeve: Robert Hanson Councillors: 1 – Debbie Soloway, 2 – Steve Nadolney, 3 – Dane Guignion, 4 – Nelson Rusk, 5 – Wayne Stockford, 6 […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives GO Teams & Crops Knowledge Centre May 21, 2013 | Northwest Region Drying weather conditions occurred across most of the Northwest Region over the past week. Soil moisture is excessive in a few small localized spots within the region but mostly adequate moisture […]

Swan River RCMP Report | The Swan River RCMP Detachment set up checkstops and increased traffic enforcement activities during Canada Road Safety Week: May 13th – 20th, 2013 Swan Valley stats/charges: Impaired (Operation of a Motor Vehicle) by Drugs – 1 Speed/Aggressive Driving – 8 Intersections – 1 Drive Prohibited/Suspended – 1 Other Highway Traffic […]

Submitted by: Mary-Louise Davis | École Swan River South School hosted the celebration for the 30th anniversary of the French Immersion Program in the Swan Valley on Thursday May 16, 2013. The event included student performances, speeches from teachers and administrators past and present and messages from Canadian Parents for French. Guests were welcomed into […]

Submitted by: Beverley Polon Swan Valley Communities That Care is hosting an informational session Fri. May 24, 2013 12:00 noon Super 8 Boardroom Light lunch provided. PLEASE REGISTER BY Tues. May 22, 2013 Dr. Karen Rempel from Brandon University will present her research information on Vital Outcomes Indicators for Community Engagement (VOICE) which focuses on […]

ValleyBiz Story | Ladies & gentlemen, boys and girls, children of all ages … the Swan Valley Stampeders proudly presents the Khartum Shrine Circus. The circus came town on Thursday, May 16, 2013 for two shows at the Swan River Centennial Arena. Click any picture for a larger version. The magic of the circus transformed […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Thursday, May 9th, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Bobick, Jacobson, Friesen, Whyte and Delaurier present. Councillor Sakal was absent. Conditional Use Hearing: Conditional Use Hearing was called to order by Mayor McKenzie who advised that […]

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF THE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MOUNTAIN HELD WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, 2013 IN THE R.M. OF MOUNTAIN COUNCIL CHAMBERS IN BIRCH RIVER, MANITOBA. Members Present: Reeve: Robert Hanson Councillors: 1 – Debbie Soloway, 2 – Steve Nadolney, 3 – Dane Guignion, 4 – Nelson Rusk, 5 – Wayne Stockford, 6 […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Rural Municipality of Minitonas, held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 8th day of May, 2013 A.D. at 8:00 am. Present: Reeve McIntosh Councillors: Pacamaniuk, Klekta, Eisner & Rinsdorf CAO: Carolyn Gordon Delegations: Blair Martin re: 2014 Assessments Kristin Brading re: 2012 Audit Daryl Chartrand […]