Minutes of Council meeting held in Bowsman Council Chambers on December 21, 2011 at 7:45 p.m. Present were Deputy Mayor Daphne Currie and Councillors Joyce Readman, Courtney Densen and Garry McFadyen. Mayor Leanne Hutman was absent with permission. Deputy Mayor Daphne Currie chaired the meeting. DELEGATIONS 8:15 Fred Coulter – Maintenance Dept. 9:10 Stan Giles […]

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RCMP Media Release | On December 23, 2011 at about 8:30 p.m. Swan River RCMP and the Pine River Fire Department were dispatched to a Fire involving a business in Cowan, Manitoba. Nash’s Cool Treats Restaurant was found to be fully engulfed in flames. The structure succumbed to the fire. There were no injuries. Total […]

Submitted by: Florence Gray We had a very good Christmas dinner at St. James Anglican Church on Dec.25. Very well attended with 51 people taking part in the meal. It’s amazing how many people volunteered with food and helping put the meal on the table. Without this help it just wouldn’t happen and the opportunity […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Bowsman Lions Santa Party took place on Thursday, December 22 at the local arena. Santa was on hand to make sure his list was complete and to hear any last minute wishes. Click any picture for a larger view. Family and friends honed their skills and enjoyed good company on the […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, December 20th, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Bobick, Friesen, Jacobson, Delaurier, Sakal and Whyte present. Conditional Use Hearing: Conditional Use Hearing No. 2/2011 was called to order by Mayor McKenzie who advised that the […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 7th day of December, 2011 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor Barkowski Councillors: Caruk, Bartel, Robb & Windsor C.A.O.: Carolyn Gordon Delegations: 9:00 pm Merv Leslie RE: Town Operations Additions to the Agenda 13.1 Age […]

Submitted by: Florence Gray | Christmas Dinner for people who are alone. St James Anglican Church Christmas Day December 25, 2011 5:00 pm Pre-Regester for the dinner up to December 23, 2011 by calling Florence at 734-5689.

Submitted by: MaryAnn Friesen and Scott Tibble Several valley churches worked together to put on a Live Nativity at Scott and Cindy Tibble’s farm near Benito. There were approximately 90 volunteers and more than 350 people that attended. Click a picture for a larger version. Cars were parked at the parking lot with the help […]

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday December 13, 2011 in the Village Council Chambers. Present – Mayor Meadows; Deputy Mayor Scouten; Councilor Schneider; Councilor Offenberger; Councilor Zebinski Chief Administrative Officer – Pat Ellingson Delegation: Maintenance Supervisor – Rick Kinaschuk Assistant Maintenance Supervisor […]

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, December 13, 2011 at 9:30 a.m.. Present: Reeve Lorne Henkelman Deputy Reeve Brian Burick Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Richard Barteski Terry Neely, Earl Hrappstead […]

RCMP Media Release | Swan River RCMP report that a few rural farm break and enters have been reported in the past three weeks. Police are reminding property owners to ensure their property is secured at all times. Police are also asking the public to be vigilant of suspicious persons/vehicles traveling in the area and […]

ValleyBiz Story | Mr. & Mrs. Claus made a special appearance in Minitonas during the Downtown Christmas Party on December 16th. Click a picture for a larger version. Hot dogs and hot chocolate were ready at 6pm as people started to arrive. The warmth of the bonfire welcomed young and old to gather round. Santa […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Rural Municipality of Minitonas, held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 6th day of December, 2011 A.D. at 8:00 am. Present: Reeve McIntosh, Councillors: Pacamaniuk, Klekta & Eisner C.A.O.: Carolyn Gordon Absent with Notice: Councillor Rinsdorf Delegations: 8:15 am Chad Haluschak Grader Operator 8:30 am […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, December 6th, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Bobick, Friesen, Jacobson, Delaurier, Sakal and Whyte present. Volunteer of the Year Award – Kyle Mahan was recognized by the Swan Valley District Recreation Commission for his […]

Submitted by: MaryAnn Friesen | Experience the Live Nativity Sunday, Dec. 18, 2011 4:00- 7:00 p.m. Tours run continuously throughout that time. Scott and Cindy Tibble’s Swan Hills Ranch Take a trip to Bethlehem from Swan River South on Hwy 83, West on Road 204 until the dead end. Live nativity, market place, sleigh ride, […]

On December 12, 2011 at about 5:00 a.m. Winnipegosis RCMP as well as local Emergency Services were dispatched to a fire at the Community Hall in Duck Bay, Manitoba. Initial reports indicate the building was a total loss. The cause of the fire has yet to be determined. No damage estimates are available at this […]

ValleyBiz Story | It was an afternoon of skating, fun, friends and Santa at the Minitonas Arena on Sunday, December 11. Santa stopped by to hear the kids’ requests and the Lions Club handed out Christmas treat bags. Click any of the pictures for a larger version

Submitted by: Torey Werbicki | The Dolyna Ukrainian Dancers hosted a Christmas Concert on Thursday, December 8, 2011. It was well attended and enjoyed by all. Click any of the pictures for a larger version.

Submitted by: Micheline Carstairs | On Tuesday December 6, the Harley House proved to be a perfect setting for the sounds of old-time and bluegrass music performed by musicians, Chris Coole & John Showman of the Foggy Hogtown Boys from Toronto. Click any of the pictures for a larger version. These performers are part of […]

Submitted by: Micheline Carstairs & Sharron Carpenter On Sunday evening, Dec. 4th.,the Temple Baptist Church in Swan River was the venue for the 48th. Carol Festival sponsored by the Swan Valley Fine Arts Festival Association. Click any picture for a larger version. This was the second year the Carol Festival was held in the evening […]

Submitted by: Doug and Doreen Windsor On a bright sunny afternoon, Saturday, December 3rd, St James Anglican Church parking lot was filled with vehicles by those attending the annual Christmas Tea & Bake Sale. Click any picture for a larger version. The church hall was filled to capacity by young and old as they enjoyed […]

RCMP Media Release | The Christmas Check stop program will begin at noon on Friday December 2nd, 2011 and will continue to midnight on January 1st, 2012. As we approach the holiday season Swan River RCMP will through visibility, education and enforcement get the message out to the motoring public of the Swan Valley in […]

Submitted Story: Christmas Tea & Bake Sale St. James Anglican Church 1201 – 1st St.S Saturday December 3 2pm to 4pm Here are some pictures taken by Doug Windsor at last year’s event. Click a picture for a larger version.

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, November 29, 2011 at 9:30 a.m.. Present: Reeve Lorne Henkelman Deputy Reeve Brian Burick Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Richard Barteski, Terry Neely, Earl Hrappstead […]

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday November 29, 2011 in the Village Council Chambers. Present – Mayor Meadows; Deputy Mayor Scouten; Councilor Schneider; Councilor Offenberger; Councilor Zebinski Chief Administrative Officer – Pat Ellingson Delegation: RCMP District Commander Glen Siegersma; Detachment Commander, Cliff […]

Submitted Story: Community Bible Fellowship Christian School would like to thank Jessica Brady, from Agriculture in the Classroom, for coming to our school and providing our students and staff with breakfast from the Made in Manitoba Breakfast Program on Nov. 24th. Click on a picture for a larger version. The program expanded this year to […]

Submitted by: Micheline Carstairs | This past weekend, the Community Foundation of Swan Valley put on a very successful dinner theatre fundraiser along with The Valley Stage Players who performed for a large audience of approximately 235 people on Friday night, and to a smaller audience with a wine and cheese on Saturday night. The […]

Pictures by: Wayne Grier and ValleyBiz | There was a great turnout for the Kickoff to Midnight Madness on Saturday, November 26. While the event marked the start of one of the busiest nights for local retailers it was also a great way to get into the holiday spirit. Click any of the pictures for […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Home Based Business Show has become an annual event, being scheduled each year to coincide with Midnight Madness. “The show is a good way of promoting people who have their own home based businesses.” explains Louise Oberton, who has organized the event for the past 2 years. Click any of the […]

Submitted by: Doug and Doreen Windsor The third annual “Cookie Walk” sponsored by Swan River & District Community Resource Council, was filled with action on November 26th at the St James Anglican Church hall. Click any of the pictures to see a larger version. Christmas shoppers had a great deal of fun as they chose […]

Submitted by: Torey Werbicki The Dolyna Ukrainian Dancers are hosting an Old-Fashioned Christmas Concert. Thursday, December 8,2011 7:00 pm Veteran’s Hall Dainites and Coffee will be offered. Silver Collection at the door. Invite your family and friends for an entertaining old-fashioned Christmas!

Submitted by: Doreen Windsor | Service to Seniors will be holding their 3rd Annual Cookie Walk Saturday, November 26 10:00 am at the St. James Anglican Church 1201 – 1st Street South A box will be provided for you to fill with an assortment of cookies for $6. Plan to get there early as cookies […]

ValleyBiz Story | Valley resident, Karen Peters wanted to make a difference at Christmas time and that is why she decided to bring Ten Thousand Villages to the Valley by hosting a sale back in 1998. Ten Thousand Villages is a nonprofit program of Mennonite Central Committee that promotes fair trade for Third World artisans […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, November 15th, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Bobick, Friesen, Jacobson, Delaurier, Sakal and Whyte present. The newly elected Councillor Whyte took his Oath of Office just prior to the Council meeting. Minutes: 1. RESOLVED […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 16th day of November, 2011 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor Barkowski Councillors: Caruk, Bartel, Robb & Windsor C.A.O.: Carolyn Gordon Additional Correspondence: 4.3 Tax Sale – Agreements for Payment 1. W. Robb – D. […]

Swan Valley Chamber of Commerce & The Town of Swan River present the Kick-Off to Midnight Madness Saturday, November 26, 2011 Coop Parking Lot 5:00 pm Hot Dogs & Hot Chocolate $1.00 Santa with Candies & Oranges Christmas Caroler, Taylor School Choir & United Church Choir 6:00 pm Lighting of the Christmas Tree by Mayor […]

Submitted by: Nancy Yakielashek CAROL FESTIVAL Sunday, December 4th 7:00 p.m. Temple Baptist Church Sponsored by: Swan Valley Fine Arts Festival Association There is a Silver Collection at the door Interested participants may call Nancy @ 734-4620

RCMP Media Release | On November 19, 2011 at about 1:00 p.m. Swan River RCMP, along with the West District Special Operations Team executed a CDSA (Controlled Drugs and Substances Act) search warrant at a residence on Indian Birch River Reserve, located about 60 km north of Swan River, Manitoba. Investigators discovered approximately one and […]

Submitted by: Shelley Cotten The first Human Library orientation was held at the Swan River Northwest Regional Library on Saturday, November 19th. There were six Human Books in attendance. They learned more about the project, what to expect at the event and spent some time getting to know one another. Would you like more information? […]

ValleyBiz Story | A public presentation of two Automated External Defibrillators (AED)s donated by Clarence & Winnie Russenholt’s Family was held at the Minitonas Town Hall on Friday, November 18, 2011. Click any of the pictures for a larger version. Kirk Russenholt explained that it was last Christmas when thinking about what gifts to give […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Swan Valley Farmers’ Market held a Christmas sale on Friday, November 18, 2011. The event featured many locally produced items including woodworking, crafts, jewellery, sewing, soaps, baking, jams & jellies, honey, garlic and more. The sale provided the opportunity to pick up some unique Christmas gifts as well as a chance […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Rural Municipality of Minitonas, held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 9th day of November, 2011 A.D. at 8:00 am. Present: Reeve McIntosh, Councillors: Pacamaniuk, Klekta & Eisner C.A.O.: Carolyn Gordon Delegations: 11:30 am Roy Vandeboncoeur – Brandt Tractor Additions to the Agenda: 4.8 Employee […]

Submitted by: Lesley Henkelman | The Community Foundation of Swan Valley along with The Valley Stage Players present the Norm Foster play, Mending Fences. There will be two performances of the play at the Veterans Community Hall. Dinner Theatre and Local Art Auction November 25, 2011 at 6:30 pm $50 per person A Cheesy Night […]

Submitted by: Lyle Sagert | The Swan Valley Pee Wee Girls Hockey Team has entered into the Timbrtube Video Challenge: November 13 – 27th!! They could use all the help they can get with your votes. Click the picture for a larger version. How to Vote 1. Vote by Texting v82 to 33255 five times […]

The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, November 1st, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Bobick, Friesen, Jacobson, Delaurier and Sakal present. Minutes: 1. RESOLVED that the Agenda for the November 1st, 2011 meeting of Council be received. Carried: 2. RESOLVED that […]

A Regular Meeting of Council of the Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday November 8, 2011 in the Village Council Chambers. Present ~ Mayor Meadows; Deputy Mayor Scouten; Councilor Schneider; Councilor Offenberger; Councilor Zebinski Chief Administrative Officer ~ Pat Ellingson Delegation: Maintenance Supervisor Mayor Meadows called the meeting to […]

ValleyBiz Story | The Swan Valley Historical Museum held their annual turkey shoot on Saturday, November 12, 2011. The turkey shoot is held each year on the first Saturday after Remembrance Day to raise money in support of the operations of the Museum. Click any of the pictures for a larger version. The event started […]

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them. Click the picture for a larger version. Remembrance Day observances began in Swan River at 10:25 on the morning […]

The Town of Swan River held a by-election on November 9, 2011 to replace Councillor Brent Scales. There was a 34% turn out at the Poll. The new Councillor will be Duane Whyte. Detailed results are listed below. 462 Duane Whyte 277 Louise Oberton 353 Wayne Grier