On October 14, 2012 just before 9 pm, the Swan River RCMP and the Swan River Fire Dept were dispatched to multiple fires in the town of Swan River, Manitoba. Three (3) garbage dumpster fires (located behind Windsor’s Service, Hair Mechanics, and Chen’s Restaurant / Sports Lounge), and a 4th fire (pallets/boxes) against the rear […]

Submitted by: Micheline Carstairs The Home Routes House Concerts have entered their fifth season in The Valley, and the variety of shows has the audience enchanted. Click any picture for a larger version. “We have begun to attract artists from different regions, and different genres,” said Tim Osmund, artistic director of Home Routes, “and the […]

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 9, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. Present: Reeve Lorne Henkelman Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Alex Haluschak, Terry Neely, Earl Hrappstead, Brian Burick GLEN FOSTER […]

ValleyBiz Story | Swan Valley resident Fred Sigurdson was recently awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal. The medal was presented October 10, 2012 in Swan River by Dauphin-Swan River-Marquette MP Robert Sopuck. Click picture for a larger version. The Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal honours significant contributions and achievements by Canadians. To […]

Submitted by: Karla Weir Dr. Cindi Corbett is from Birch River and she is literally off saving the world. Picture from Global News Footage ValleyBiz Summary: Dr. Corbett along with 2 other scientists from the National Microbiology Laboratory in Winnipeg have deployed to the town of Isiro in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The team […]

UCN Media Release | October 10, 2012 University College of the North (UCN) President and Vice Chancellor Konrad Jonasson officially opened the new regional centre located in Swan River, Manitoba, adjacent to Swan Valley Secondary School. ValleyBiz Photo / Click for a larger version Cutting the Ribbon from left to right are: Robert Sopuck, Member […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, October 2nd, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Bobick, Jacobson, Friesen, Whyte, Delaurier and Sakal present. Minutes: 1. RESOLVED that the Agenda for the October 2nd, 2012 regular meeting of Council be received. Carried: 2. […]

Submitted by: The Bowsman and District Lions Club invite you to the 9th annual Bull-A-Rama. Friday, October 12th 7:00 pm Bowsman Arena Help support the Lions purchase of the Swan Valley Cataract Equipment. Come for an action packed night of Rough Stock Rodeo events! This is the second year for Bull-A-Rama as a Rough Stock […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives GO Teams & Crops Knowledge Centre October 9, 2012 | Northwest Region Below average temperatures and variable rains are reported in the Northwest Region. With a prolonged fall period of dry and favourable seasonal conditions, harvest is complete in all areas. Average yield […]

ValleyBiz Story | Swan Valley Stampeders Junior A Hockey team members stopped by to help local Lions members load a truck with recycling that had been sorted by the Association for Community Living (ACL). Pictures submitted by Alex Haluschak Click a picture for a larger version. The Local Lions club organized the initiative with the […]

Submitted by: Darlene Hardy On Wednesday, October 3rd Living Word Bible College was pleased to host Christian recording artist, Dan Bremnes and Band in concert. Click any picture for a larger version. This was the third time that Dan was able to perform in the Swan River area. Dan has some special connections here, being […]

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF THE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MOUNTAIN HELD WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2012 IN THE R.M. OF MOUNTAIN COUNCIL CHAMBERS IN BIRCH RIVER, MANITOBA. Members Present: Reeve: Robert Hanson Councillors: Debbie Soloway, Nelson Rusk, Stephen Nadolney, Bert Fedoriw Councillor Guignion was absent with notice. Councillor Stockford was absent with notice. CAO […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, September 18th, 2012 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. Public Hearing: Variation Hearing No. 6/2012 was called to order by Mayor McKenzie who advised that […]

RCMP Media Release | UPDATE Late on October 3, 2012, the 26-year-old driver from Swan River succumbed to his injuries. __________ September 30, 2012: At about 1:40 a.m., Sunday morning, September 30th, Swan River RCMP attended the scene of a single vehicle collision at the corner of Main Street and Highway 83 in Swan River. […]

Minutes of Council meeting held in Bowsman Council Chambers on September 19, 2012 at 7:45 p.m. Present were Mayor Leanne Hutman and Councillors Daphne Currie, Joyce Readman and Courtney Densen. DELEGATIONS 8:00 Stan Giles – Maintenance Dept. 8:40 Bowsman Legion Hall (Ken Darbyshire, Kevin Silverthorne) CALL TO ORDER ADOPTION OF AGENDA Courtney Densen, Daphne Currie; […]

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 25, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. Present: Reeve Lorne Henkelman Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Alex Haluschak Terry Neely, Earl Hrappstead, Brian Burick GLEN FOSTER […]

Submitted by: Wendy van der Walt From the time the doors opened in the morning, until late into the evening, Fabriculous was full of excitement this past Saturday. Pictures courtesy of Gordon Hornbeck. Click for a larger version. Eager shoppers came from Flin Flon, Dauphin, Kamsack and beyond to check out what our local quilt […]

Submitted by: Urban Tree Development Committee The Swan River Urban Tree Development Committee hosted a tree giveaway event at the Town of Swan River tree nursery on September 26, 2012. Click any picture for a larger version. Several people took the opportunity to walk through the nursery to select and tag trees for removal. If […]

RCMP Media Release | On October 2, 2012 at about 7:00 am, the Swan River RCMP, Swan River Fire Dept, and Parkland EMS were dispatched to a call of a two vehicle motor vehicle collision on Hwy 83 & PR 486, near Swan River, Manitoba. It appears that a 2007 GMC Sierra pickup truck driven […]

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday September 25, 2012 in the Village Council Chambers. Present – Mayor Meadows; Deputy Mayor Scouten; Councilor Offenberger; Councilor Zebinski; Councilor Schneider Chief Administrative Officer – Pat Ellingson Delegations – Maintenance Report – Rick Kinaschuk, Maintenance Supervisor […]

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives GO Teams & Crops Knowledge Centre October 1, 2012 | Northwest Region Harvest is nearing completion across the Northwest Region as dry harvest conditions continue. The silage corn harvest continues with average to above average yield and quality. The hemp seed harvest is […]

This Public Hearing is being held for the purpose of allowing an opportunity for any person who wishes to do so, to make a presentation or express concerns regarding the Variation Application for the Minitonas Community Store as follows; – The reduction of the separation distances between buildings from 6 feet apart to 3 feet […]

Submitted by: Darlene Hardy Just 4 Kids club at Living Word Tabernacle began with registration night on Thursday, September 20th. Kids club meets every Thursday evening from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Click any picture for a larger version. The evening begins with a variety of games such as modified soccer, relays and races. It […]

RCMP Media Release | On Saturday afternoon, September 29, 2012, around 4:25 p.m., officers from the Dauphin Municipal RCMP detachment received a report of a possible impaired driver at a business in the south end of Dauphin. As officers were en route, they observed the suspect car turn onto Main Street in front of them. […]

Submitted by: Bev Leach | Dr. Michelle Marshall O.D. FCOVD, and Tammie Clemenson, office manager of Be Seeing You Vision Centre prior to the Low Vision Care Clinic held on Thursday, September 27 at St. James Anglican Church. Click any picture for a larger view. The audience of forty listened attentively as Dr. Marshall explained […]

RCMP Media Release | At about 1:40 a.m., Sunday morning, September 30th, Swan River RCMP attended the scene of a single vehicle collision at the corner of Main Street and Highway 83 in Swan River. It appears the driver and lone occupant was northbound into Swan River at a high rate of speed and failed […]

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF THE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MOUNTAIN HELD WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2012 IN THE R.M. OF MOUNTAIN COUNCIL CHAMBERS IN BIRCH RIVER, MANITOBA. Members Present: Reeve: Robert Hanson Councillors: Debbie Soloway, Nelson Rusk, Stephen Nadolney, Wayne Stockford, Bert Fedoriw Councillor Guignion was absent with notice. Councillor Soloway left the meeting […]

Swan Valley RISE has become the driving force behind local efforts to improve medical services in the Swan Valley. Earlier this year RISE organized a joint effort between local municipalities, service clubs, organizations, businesses and individuals and through a coordinated and planned approach, the stakeholders have become a strong and effective voice for healthcare in […]

Submitted by: Wendy van der Walt Fabriculous opens its doors at a brand new location. 10:00 am Saturday September 29, 2012 203 Centennial Dr. S. – Highway 83 (Formerly the Living Word Church) Live Music from 7-9

Submitted by: Living Word Ministries & Bible College Night of worship with Dan Bremnes Wednesday, October 3rd 7:00pm Living Word Bible College 319 Centennial Drive S. Swan River. Free-will offering will be taken. Everyone welcome. Official Music Video for hit single ‘Beautiful’ from the album ‘Your Strength’

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives GO Teams & Crops Knowledge Centre September 24, 2012 | Northwest Region Seasonal daytime temperatures and dry conditions allowed for completion of harvest of many of the shorter season annual crops throughout the Northwest Region. The exception is some remaining canola in The […]

Submitted by: Leone Sigurdson The annual Legion Week ran from Sept. 16-22. Veterans of WW2, Associate and Affiliate Members enjoyed a variety of entertainment throughout the week. Click any picture for a larger version. Bingo on Tuesday. Wednesday was Veterans Night with many enjoying Ron Crone on the piano with WW1 and WW2 songs. Thursday […]

Submitted by: Sherry Martin Swan Valley Animal Protection League will be holding it’s 25th Anniversary Banquet Fundraiser at the Museum Hall: October 20, 2012 6 pm Cocktails 7 pm Dinner There will be a silent auction, live entertainment, and we will be drawing the winning name for the 50/50 tickets on sale now! You can […]

Submitted by: Melodie Smith Skateboarders and BMX bike riders demonstrated why they love the Swan River Lions Skate Plaza with a local talent show on Friday, September 21, 2012. Click any picture for a larger view. To all of our local talent that came out to show their stuff – well done – it was […]

ValleyBiz Story | Grandmothers, children and other supporters walked side by side through the streets of Swan River on Friday, September 21, 2012 to raise awareness about the abuse and sexual exploitation of children. Click any Picture for a larger view. The walk began at the Swan Valley Regional Secondary School, continued on to Taylor […]

RCMP Media Release | On September 20, 2012 at about 6:00 pm, the Swan River RCMP were dispatched to a call of an erratic driver near the Provincial Building in Swan River, Manitoba. Through investigation it was found that a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado had struck a flag pole and a hydro pole (at the Provincial […]

Submitted by: Beverley Leach Low Vision Presentation: What is Low Vision? How Common is it? Services to Seniors will host a presentation on common eye diseases, symptoms, causes and treatments. Dr. Michelle Marshall, OD, FCOVD will present an introduction to eyes, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma and cataracts. Thursday, September 27, 2012 1:30 p.m. St. […]

Submitted by: Mike Yablonski The Monster Garage Sale on Sept 22 at the Friendship Centre was a great success. Thank you to all those who donated their unwanted garage sale items. Click a picture for a larger view. The sale ran from 4-8 pm and although there were not many big items, the quarters and […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Rural Municipality of Minitonas, held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 12th day of September, 2012 A.D. at 8:00 am. Present: Reeve McIntosh, Councillors: Pacamaniuk, Klekta, Rinsdorf & Eisner CAO: Carolyn Gordon Delegations: 8:30 am Terry Betcher re: Drainage Issues 9:00 am Daryl Chartrand re: […]

Submitted by: Urban Tree Development Committee The Town of Swan River tree nursery is giving away large trees(12’-20’height). Meet us September 26 between 5pm-7pm at the town nursery on 3rd Ave. S behind the Co-op bulk station to tag your tree(s). Removal from nursery and installation of tree is recipients responsibility. If interested please visit […]

Province of Manitoba Media Release | Education Minister Nancy Allan was on hand September 20, 2012 at the official groundbreaking for the new heavy duty mechanic shop at Swan Valley Regional Secondary School, which will serve students from this community, the surrounding area and adults taking programs offered by the University College of the North. […]

Western Regional Health Authority Media Release | Senior staff from the Western RHA met with community stakeholders in Swan River yesterday (September 19, 2012) to discuss plans for a more robust, sustainable surgical program in Swan River which will serve as the foundation for the return of a full time obstetrical (maternity) program at Swan […]

Submitted by: Melodie Smith Local Talent Show Friday September 21st 5pm – 10 pm Skateboarders and BMX bike riders will demonstrate why they love the Swan River Lions Skate Plaza. We are inviting everyone form the community to come out and see how good our youth are in the Valley. There will be canteen available […]

Submitted by: Darlene Hardy The Living Word Bible College, Opening 2012-2013 was held on September 16th, 2012. Approximately 90 people attended the morning worship service at 10 AM. Click any picture for a larger version. Those in attendance received words of encouragement from the book of James (chapter 3) which warns us to guard our […]

Submitted by: Mike Yablonski | MONSTER GARAGE SALE Thurs, September 20th 4 – 8pm Swan River Friendship Centre All proceeds to upcoming French Immersion Cultural Trips Grades 7/8/9/10. Thousands of items!! Come out and support these students. Donations of items greatly appreciated. Call Mike at 734-3916

Northwest Region Crop Report Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives GO Teams & Crops Knowledge Centre September 17, 2012 | Northwest Region Above seasonal daytime temperatures and dry conditions allowed for completion of harvest of cereals and canola throughout most of the Northwest Region. Occasional periods of high winds in the Swan River […]

ValleyBiz Story | On September 16, 2012, the Swan Valley Gun Club held their Annual Turkey Shoot. The Turkey shoot helps raise money for the operation of the club and provides an opportunity for people to experience trap shooting either as participant or a spectator. Click any picture for a larger version. Live targets are […]

Submitted by: Living Word Tabernacle Just 4 Kids Club Starting: September 20, 2012 Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:00 pm Kids ages 5-12. Games, singing, Bible Story, & Crafts. Call Darlene at 204-734-3836 for more information.

Submitted by: Leone Sigurdson September 16-22 is Legion Week. Everyone is welcome to attend the activities each day at the Club Room. Games Night 7:00 pm Monday, September 17 Bingo Night 7:00 pm Tuesday, September 18 Veterans Night – Piano Man with WWII songs 7:00 pm Wednesday, September 19 Movie ” The Devil’s Brigade” with […]

ValleyBiz Story | Sunday afternoon, on September 16, 2012, the date of the 32nd Annual Terry Fox Run, the legacy of Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope could be seen in the enthusiasm of even the youngest participants. Click any picture for a larger version. In Swan River, 55 people registered to run, walk, bike and […]