Submitted by: Louise Schabert | On Friday, May 11, the Benito Rec Centre was the scene of AbracaDazzle, an entertaining magic show. The show was enjoyed by about 400 people young and old. John Kaplan and his crew preformed magic tricks and illusions including an Acupuncture Illusion on Will Moncrief. Maria Schneider’s key opened the […]

Gordeans in Swan River has accepted the 2012 Swan Valley Host Society challenge to support Games Wear Day of the Week by purchasing Games Wear uniforms for their staff and having their staff dress in Games Wear each Friday. Photo Courtesy: 2012 Swan Valley Host Society Click for a larger version. Games wear may be […]

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday May 8, 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 […]

On May 11, 2012 Automotive Service Technician, Christopher Orton of Minitonas and employer Valley 1-Stop Auto Service were among 39 top apprentice graduates and their employers honoured at a special awards ceremony. Province of Manitoba Media Release: May 11, 2012 | The province’s top 2011 apprenticeship graduates and their employers are being honoured today at […]

Co-op in Swan River has accepted the 2012 Swan Valley Host Society challenge to support Games Wear Day of the Week by purchasing Games Wear uniforms for their staff and having their staff dress in Games Wear each Friday. Photo Courtesy: 2012 Swan Valley Host Society Click for a larger version. Games wear may be […]

ValleyBiz Story | On Friday, May 11, 2012 the Swan Valley Regional Secondary School Drama Club presented their first of 3 performances of the musical Grease. The two remaining performances are: Saturday, May 12 at 7pm Sunday, May 13 at 2pm Click any picture for a larger version. The students acted, sang, danced and Rama […]

RCMP Media Release | At about 6:30 am on May 12, 2012 Swan River RCMP, Parkland EMS and Benito Fire Department responded to a single vehicle rollover on Hwy #83. A Chevrolet Aveo was traveling west bound on Hwy #83 (just prior to entering a highway curve), approximately 2 miles north of Benito, Manitoba when […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 2nd day of May, 2012 A.D. at 6:45 p.m. Present: Mayor Barkowski Councillors: Robb, Caruk, Bartel & Windsor CAO: Carolyn Gordon 1. W. Robb – S. Windsor RESOLVED THAT the Agenda be adopted as presented. […]

ValleyBiz Story | On Wednesday, May 9, 2012 plans for the new Swan River Town Office were on display at the Veterans Community Hall in Swan River. Click any picture for a larger version. View from 4th Street South View from Main Street The estimated cost to build the new 6,716 square foot Town Office […]

ValleyBiz Story | Ecole Swan River South School Students Who Care have embarked on a unique fund raising activity to raise money for the Canadian Cancer Society. Click a picture to see a larger version. Students began by Flocking their Principal’s yard on Monday, May 7 who then paid $15 to choose the next location […]

Submitted by: Wayne Grier The Thompson Trade Show 2012 was attended again this year by a delegation organized by the Swan Valley Chamber of Commerce. Thanks goes out to the Valley Municipal Governments that finacially sponsored this annual journey. Click the picture for a larger version. The delegation consisted of Chamber President, Wayne Grier and […]

Bee Gees in Swan River has accepted the 2012 Swan Valley Host Society challenge to support Games Wear Day of the Week by purchasing Games Wear uniforms for their staff and having their staff dress in Games Wear each Friday. Photo Courtesy: 2012 Swan Valley Host Society Click for a larger version. Games wear may […]

Submitted by: Beth Gust | Wet weather did not dampen the plans for the Wellman Lake Bible Camp Open House held at the museum on May 6. There were smiles and laughter as people of all ages enjoyed the carnival type activities! Click the picture for a larger view. Informative displays and the opportunity to […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Rural Municipality of Minitonas, held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 25th day of April, 2012 A.D. at 6:30 pm. Present: Reeve McIntosh Councillors: Pacamaniuk, Klekta, Eisner & Rinsdorf Assistant CAO: Kasey Chartrand Delegations: 7:30 pm Minitonas Curling Club Additions to Agenda: 3.6 Summer Student […]

Dear Editor, CJ97 Radio news about Neepawa Town Council is B— S—! Sorry about the use of slang terms, for those of you more sensitive to colourful language, but there is no other way to describe the crap being reported on CJ 97 radio. Republished with permission from The Neepawa Press Original print date May […]

By Mayor Ken Waddell Town of Neepawa | Republished with permission from The Neepawa Press Original print date May 9, 2012 Over the past several months, the Town of Neepawa has been dealing with a difficult legal situation. In 2011, radio station CJ97, which is operated by Mr. Bill Gade of Swan River, Man., began […]

ValleyBiz Story | What do you call 600 people, 475 pounds of walleye fillets, piles of hors d’oeuvres, raffles, games and a 290 pound pig? The 26th Annual Swan Valley Sport Fishing Enhancement Banquet! Click any picture for a larger version. Warning: This story may make you hungry. The banquet took place on Saturday, May […]

ValleyBiz Story | When she heard that the Brunel’s home had been destroyed by fire amid their young son’s fight against leukemia, Brittaney Vandepoele’s response to her mother was, “We have to do something.” Click any picture for a larger version. The next day when she returned from school, she showed her mother a poster […]

PRHA Media Release | The Parkland Regional Health Authority (PRHA) continues to make strides in ongoing physician recruitment efforts. The PRHA has successfully recruited another International Medical Graduate (IMG) to the community of Swan River. The new physician, Dr. Sam Mikhaiel, is just finalizing his provincial assessment and medical licensure requirements and should be in […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Little Woody Art Group held their annual end of season art show on Saturday, May 5, 2012. Over 70 people enjoyed the opportunity to appreciate some local artwork and share a cup of tea with the artists. Artists Renate Wille and Naomi Nemez Click any picture for a larger version. Members […]

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

Submitted by: Kathleen Markle | On April 12, 2012 the Royal Bank and Swan River Lifeline organized and hosted a Volunteer Day at the Anglican Church. Florence Gray participates in a distress demo. The 85 people in attendance received information and saw demonstrations of the Swan River Lifeline Program and then enjoyed visiting over lunch. […]

RCMP Media Release | Swan River RCMP have noted an increase in motor vehicle thefts, and an increase in thefts from motor vehicles. The Swan River RCMP is asking the public to ensure that all vehicles are locked, keys are not left in vehicles (or an easily accessible location), and that valuables are not left […]

Submitted by: Evelyn Bredin | On Thursday, April 26th, several Grade 5 & 6 students from the Swan River Valley met in the St. Andrews United Church to participate in the annual Spelling Bee, hosted by the Swan Valley Fine Arts Festival Association. The Grade 6 students participating in the Spelling Bee. Grade 5 spellers […]

Submitted by: Marilyn Atkinson On Saturday, April 28, 2012 Chris Delaurier and Carlie Rondeau started their pre-wedding fun during their social that night. The hall was filled with friends and family from all over Manitoba as well as supporting friends from the valley. Thank you to everyone who helped with the shower & the social. […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, April 17th, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Bobick, Jacobson, and Friesen, Whyte and Delaurier and Sakal present. 1. RESOLVED that the Agenda for the April 17th, 2012 meeting of Council be received. Carried: 2. […]

Submitted by: Nancy McLennan The finale of the 2011-2012 Home Routes House Concert series went well. Attendance was thirty, precisely the size of crowd Home Routes hopes we will achieve, enough so the artists can pay their expenses and earn a bit on this tour. Harley House was the perfect venue, as always. It can […]

Submitted by: Beth Gust Wellman Lake Bible Camp Invites You to a Come & Go Open House Join the fun at the Swan Valley Museum: May 6, 2012 at 4-6 pm. Free admission. There will be games, food, and friends! Everyone welcome!

Submitted by: Jocelyn Beehler | Students and staff at CBFCS were blessed with musical expertise from several local, valley musicians on April 24th and 25th. Rita Thiessen (new to the valley) and Heidi Honke (Geloa) worked specifically with our JK to Gr.4 students. Martin Snell and Kendra Thiessen (new to the valley) worked with the […]

ValleyBiz Story | On the morning of April 1, 2012 Bill Gade, owner and radio personality of CJSB / CJ104 radio put the lives of Swan Valley residents at risk with a news update that broadcast inaccurate information on air multiple times throughout the morning. Gade reported that the Swan River Hospital would only be […]

Province of Manitoba Media Release: April 27, 2012, SWAN RIVER The province will invest in more upgrades and repairs to key roads and bridges in the Swan River region this year while continuing to repair flood-damaged infrastructure, Premier Greg Selinger announced here today. “Over the last several years, our Highway Renewal Plan has produced record […]

The Parkland Regional Health Authority advises that due to qualified physician resource shortages at the Swan Valley Health Centre there will be no maternity services available during the following time period: Effective Friday, April 27th until Friday, June 1st at 7 a.m. Patients requiring obstetrical services during this period of time will be referred to […]

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, April 24, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. Present: Reeve Lorne Henkelman Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Terry Neely, Earl Hrappstead, Brian Burick GLEN FOSTER EARL HRAPPSTEAD […]

Submitted by: Shasta Scott The Swan Valley Chapter of The Compassionate Friends held a public information session on April 19, 2012 Pictured here are: Bob Lewis – Advisory Board member, Tara Fahrenschon – Chapter Leader, Shasta Scott – Treasurer, Kathy Highmoor (back) – Advisory Board member and Erin Clouson. The Compassionate Friends is an international, […]

Submitted by: Marilyn A. Atkinson A Wedding Shower will be held for Carlie Rondeau at the Legion Room, Veterans Community Hall Saturday, April 28, 2012 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Carlie is registered at the Sears Wedding Registry A Social Evening In honor of Carlie Rondeau & Chris Delaurier will be held on Saturday April […]

Sears in Swan River has accepted the 2012 Swan Valley Host Society challenge to support Games Wear Day of the Week by purchasing Games Wear uniforms for their staff and having their staff dress in Games Wear each Friday. Photo Courtesy: 2012 Swan Valley Host Society Click for a larger version. Games wear may be […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Swan Valley Cheetahs Gymnastics held their annual demo night April 19, 2012 giving the gymnasts the opportunity to demonstrate their skills for parents, grandparents, family and friends. Click any picture for a larger version. At the Kindergym level basic skills are taught as class dynamics are learned. The display highlighted the […]

Submitted by: Nancy McLennan The finale for the 2011-12 Home Routes house concert series will be electifying. Harley House is hosting A fiddle show beyond compare. Old Time, Métis, and Celtic fiddler, internationally known Anne Lederman (Manitoba/Toronto) is touring with young creative improvisor Emilyn Stam. Vocals Piano and more. This is going to be a […]

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday April 17, 2012 in the Village Council Chambers. Present – Mayor Meadows; Deputy Mayor Scouten; Councilor Offenberger; Councilor Zebinski; Councilor Schneider & Chief Administrative Officer – Pat Ellingson Delegation – Maintenance Report – Rick Kinaschuk, Maintenance […]

Minutes of Special Council meeting held in Bowsman Council Chambers on April 10, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. Present were Mayor Leanne Hutman and Councillors Daphne Currie, Courtney Densen and Joyce Readman. Councillor Garry McFadyen was absent. CALL TO ORDER 7:30 pm ADOPTION OF AGENDA 56. Joyce Readman, Daphne Currie; RESOLVED THAT the agenda for the […]

Minutes of Council meeting held in Bowsman Council Chambers on March 21, 2012 at 7:45 p.m. Present were Mayor Leanne Hutman and Councillors Daphne Currie, Joyce Readman and Courtney Densen. Councillor Garry McFadyen was absent with notice. DELEGATIONS 9:00 Stan Giles – Maintenance Report, Fire Department CALL TO ORDER ADOPTION OF AGENDA 45. Daphne Currie, […]

Submitted by: Louise Schabert Dazzling Magic Show May 11, 2012 at 7:00 pm Benito Rec Centre Doors and concession open at 6:00 pm. Benito School Parent Council Fundraiser For more information call: Benito School: 539-2466, Scott: 539-2667 or Faith: 539-2409. Advance Tickets: 12 & under $6.00 Over 12 $10.00

Submitted by: Willetta Hoffman | The Lutheran Collegiate Bible Institute from Outlook Saskatchewan presented a concert at Trinity Lutheran Church on Friday, April 13. The concert was made up of a mixture of classical and modern songs, and included a mini-miracle based on Jonah and the Whale. The audience appreciated the music and the quality […]

Merv’s Audiotronic in Swan River has accepted the 2012 Swan Valley Host Society challenge to support Games Wear Day of the Week by purchasing Games Wear uniforms for their staff and having their staff dress in Games Wear each Friday. Photo Courtesy: 2012 Swan Valley Host Society Click for a larger version. Games wear may […]

Submitted by: Shasta Scott Have You or Someone You Know Suffered the Unimaginable – the Death of a Child? There is a non-profit organization ready to help during the natural grieving process: The Compassionate Friends Public Awareness and Information Meeting April 19, 2012 at 7:30 pm Harley House 512 – 2nd Street North Bereaved Families; […]

Province of Manitoba Media Release April 12, 2012 | A new food-processing centre is part of a one‑year pilot project that will provide entrepreneurs from northern communities with the opportunity to test and develop food products for commercial markets, Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives Minister Ron Kostyshyn announced at the opening of the facility here […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Rural Municipality of Minitonas, held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 10th day of April, 2012 A.D. at 8:00 am. Present: Reeve McIntosh, Councillors: Pacamaniuk, Klekta, Eisner & Rinsdorf CAO: Carolyn Gordon Delegations: 10:00 am J. Caruk – Minitonas Town Council re: Wood Chipper 1. […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 4th day of April, 2012 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor Barkowski Councillors: Robb, Caruk, Bartel & Windsor CAO: Carolyn Gordon 1. J. Caruk – S. Windsor RESOLVED THAT the Agenda be adopted as presented. […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Rural Municipality of Minitonas, held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 28th day of March, 2012 A.D. at 8:15pm. Present: Reeve McIntosh, Councillors: Pacamaniuk, Klekta, Eisner & Rinsdorf Assistant CAO: Kasey Chartrand Additions to the Agenda: 3.6 Grader Operator Position 3.7 Public Works Position Additional […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Bobick, Jacobson, and Friesen, Whyte and Delaurier present. Absent was, Councillor Sakal. Conditional Use Hearing and Variation Hearing: Conditional Use Hearing and the Variation Hearing were called […]