Submitted by: Nelly Mills: The Harley House certainly has grown into a hub of our community. “Yah,” said Moe Bowles, one of the volunteers central to there birth of the town’s classic heritage house on Veterans Way. “We have a couple of organizations in here, and people use it for meetings, and art classes. It’s […]

A friendly reminder from ValleyBiz that Daylight Savings Time ends tonight The official time to set your clocks back 1 hour is: 2:00 am Sunday, November 4, 2012 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 November.

Submitted by: Bev Leach The Services to Seniors Board hosted two anniversary teas to celebrate twenty-five years of Congregate Meal Programs being offered in two locations in Swan River. Click any picture for a larger version. Meal Coordinator Betty Bresky delighted the assembled guests in her Halloween dress at the Fairhaven Anniversary tea. Musical witches […]

Submitted by: Chris Reimer Shawn Reimer, formerly from Birch River, recently took a one year leave from his teaching position in Winnipeg. He and his wife Amy, who is a social worker, relocated to Nairobi, Kenya. Click any picture for a larger version. Shawn is teaching math at a school in Nairobi while Amy volunteers […]

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF THE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MOUNTAIN HELD WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24TH, 2012 IN THE R.M. OF MOUNTAIN COUNCIL CHAMBERS IN BIRCH RIVER, MANITOBA. Members Present: Reeve: Robert Hanson Councillors: 1 – Debbie Soloway 2 – Stephen Nadolney 3 – Dane Guignion 4 – Nelson Rusk 5 – Wayne Stockford 6 […]

Submitted by: Minitonas Early Years School | The noon hour soccer program at Minitonas Early Years School has been completed. Congratulations to the Fire Ringers who defeated the White Cap team in an exciting final game. Good job to all the teams!! You all played very well!

ValleyBiz Story | Zombies, ghouls, vampires, witches and all things dead, un-dead and generally scary haunted the Minitonas & District Arena during a fundraising Skate-A-Thon on Sunday, October 28, 2012. Click any picture for a larger version. The spooky group included over 70 participants ranging from the very scary to this frighteningly cute pair of […]

Submitted by: Irene Hartwig | They came in cars, trucks and even buses for the Swan Valley Air Cadets’ Open House and Light Show & Dance on Friday night at the Swan Valley Museum. The event began at 4:00 p.m. with an Open House in which young people ages 11 – 18, along with their […]

Submitted by: Nelly Mills: Harley House will host Toronto musician, David Baxter and his brother Michael Baxter of Porcupine Plain for a lively show. Friday November 2, 2012 Doors open: 7:30 pm Showtime: 8:00 pm David Baxter has been a record producer and a session musician for almost three decades while his brother chose our […]

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 23, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. Present: Reeve Lorne Henkelman Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Alex Haluschak, Terry Neely, Earl Hrappstead, Brian Burick ALEX HALUSCHAK […]

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday October 23, 2012 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 […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Rural Municipality of Minitonas, held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 10th day of October, 2012 A.D. at 8:00 am. Present: Reeve McIntosh, Councillors: Pacamaniuk, Klekta, Rinsdorf & Eisner CAO: Carolyn Gordon Delegations: 9:00 am Daryl Chartrand re: Public Works Report 10:00 am Liske Variation […]

Submitted by: Donna Burghart | We had a wonderful evening starting out with The Bowsman Accomplished Musicians concert group. Jade Graham, Leah Graham, Maclyn Burghart, Haley Ferriss, J.J. Burghart, Hadley Stinson, Seanna Stinson, Riley Roberts & Layna Burghart performed some lively fiddle tunes. Then the crowd was wowed by the great Calvin Vollrath, along with […]

Submitted by: Lesley Henkelman Benito Recreation Centre Saturday, Nov. 3, 2012 6:00 pm Doors Open 7:00 pm Supper Dance Midnight Lunch Chinese Auction Adults only unless accompanied by a parent. $25 per person; 12 years old and under $12 Perogies, Cabbage Rolls, Meatballs, Roast Pork … and More! Music by: Zuchkan Band from Foam Lake, […]

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday October 9, 2012 in the Village Council Chambers. Present – Deputy Mayor Scouten; Councilor Offenberger; Councilor Zebinski; Councilor Schneider Chief Administrative Officer – Pat Ellingson Absent with permission – Mayor Meadows Deputy Mayor Scouten called the […]

Submitted by: Amber Friesen Motherhood can be a challenging job. Inspire is an opportunity for moms to network and share practical ideas with one another. Tricia Reed, the guest speaker, will share her “Confessions of a Mother Looking for Simplicity and Community”. Workshops will be offered on photography, healthier eating, women’s health and parenting strategies. […]

RCMP Media Release |On October 25, 2012 at about 8 am the Swan River RCMP and the Parkland EMS were dispatched to a motor vehicle collision with a cyclist at Main street and 5th Avenue, in Swan River, Manitoba. A 2003 Chevrolet Impala was southbound on 5th avenue, when a westbound cyclist cut across the […]

Submitted by: Wade Dale FOOD! What an equalizer. No matter your age, sex, race, creed, color or religion, FOOD, nourishes not only our physical body but also ones soul and spirit. Click any picture for a larger version. A chance to gather at the table is an opportunity to discuss the coming and going of […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 3rd day of October, 2012 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor Barkowski Councillors: Robb, Bartel, Caruk & Windsor CAO: Carolyn Gordon 1. W. Robb – S. Windsor RESOLVED THAT the Agenda be adopted as presented. […]

Submitted by: Sherry Martin and Micheline Carstairs The SVAPL 25th Anniversary banquet and fundraiser was held on October 20, 2012 at the Museum Hall. The sold out event exceeded our wildest expectations. Click any picture for a larger version. Everything from the wine, bottled and labeled with our own beautiful anniversary labels, to the unique […]

Submitted by: Irene Hartwig Swan Valley Air Cadets are hosting an Open House Friday, October 26, 2012 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Swan Valley Museum Hall Young people (ages 11 and up) and their parents are invited to come to the Swan Valley Museum Hall (on Highway 10 North beside the River) to learn more […]

Submitted by: Trevor Barkman Manitoba Agriculture, Food & Rural Initiatives Myrna Scott presents a cheque in the amount of $249 on behalf of the Veterans Community Hall to Ursula Taylor of the Swan Valley Food Bank. The funds were raised through ticket sales at the Parkland Food Challenge Ticket to Taste event on October 11, […]

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF THE RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MOUNTAIN HELD WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10TH, 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, Dane Guignion, Bert Fedoriw Councillor Stockford was absent with notice. CAO Robin Wiebe was present […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, October 16th, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Bobick, Jacobson, Friesen, Whyte and Sakal present. Councillor Delaurier was absent. Minutes: 1. RESOLVED that the minutes of the October 2nd, 2012 regular meeting of Council be […]

On October 15, 2012 at about 3 pm the Swan River RCMP, Parkland EMS and the Swan River Fire Dept were dispatched to a 2 vehicle motor vehicle collision/rollover at Hwy # 10 & Main street (near the Subway store), in Swan River, Manitoba. A 2005 Ford Escape (sport utility vehicle) was westbound on Hwy […]

RCMP Media Release | Investigation has revealed that two vehicles were street racing at the time of the collision. The second vehicle, a 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, was not involved in the collision. The driver of the second vehicle, 25-year-old Dallas Joseph GENAILLE of Minitonas, Manitoba has been charged with Dangerous Operation of a Motor […]

PROVINCE ANNOUNCES DISASTER FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR SWAN RIVER, DUCK MOUNTAIN AREAS AFFECTED BY HEAVY RAIN, FLOODING IN JUNE Property Owners Encouraged to File Reports Following Mid-June Rainstorms: Ashton Up to $790,000 in disaster financial assistance will be made available for infrastructure and private property damage caused by heavy rains throughout the Swan River and […]

On October 16, 2012 just before 7 pm, the Swan River RCMP were dispatched to a break & enter of a business in the town of Swan River, Manitoba. Police attended the H & R Block at 102 – 6th avenue north to find that the main door to the business had been broken. Entry […]

Submitted by: Lion Corey Hurren The Bowsman and District Lions Club held their 9th annual Bull-A-Rama at the Bowsman Arena on Friday, October 12. 2012. Click any picture for a larger view. The action packed event was another success to help support the three Swan Valley Lions Clubs purchase of the Swan Valley Cataract Equipment. […]

Submitted by: Donna Burghart Calvin Vollrath in Concert with Patti Lamoureux Jeremy Rusu Rhea Labrie Tuesday, October 23, 2012 Bowsman Legion Hall 7:00 pm Opening Act: Bowsman Accomplished Musicians $20 for Adults $10 for 16 & Under Tickets Available At: The Bowsman Community Store 238-4251 Freedom Sound, Swan River 734-2383 Fabriculous, Swan River 734-5662 For […]

ValleyBiz Story | On Thursday, October 11, 2012 the Veterans Community Hall Food Processing Centre, hosted a challenge for producers and entrepreneurs wanting to promote their locally-made food products. Here is a closer look at the contestants, their products and the winners. Click any picture for a larger view. Diane Holinaty – Minitonas, MB – […]

Submitted by: Wade Dale Bowsman United Church Fall “Beef” Supper Sunday October 21, 2012 4:30—6:30 p.m. Bowsman Legion Hall $12.00 per person Help support “A Port in the Storm” Quilt Draw Pattern “Ohio Star” 60″ x 60″ Tickets—$2.00 each or 3 for $5.00 Tickets ONLY sold at the Fall Beef Supper Draw at 6:30 p.m. […]

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 […]