The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, May 17th, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor McKenzie presiding and Councillors Bobick, Friesen, Scales, Jacobson, Delaurier and Sakal present. Variation Hearing: Variation Hearing was called to order by Mayor McKenzie who advised that the purpose of the hearing […]

SVRWC Media Release | The Swan Valley Co-op has taken a generous approach to help their staff join the Swan Valley Recreation and Wellness Centre 2740 Club. The goal of the 2740 Club is to raise $1 Million by 2740 members donating $1 per day for 1 year. Co-op has issued a challenge to all […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 1st day of June, 2011 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor Barkowski Councillors: Robb, Caruk, Bartel & Windsor C.A.O.: Carolyn Gordon Delegations: 8:00 pm Blair Martin re: 2012 Assessment Changes/Tax Impact 8:30 pm Tammie Clemenson […]

Crop Repot Prepared by: Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives GO Teams & Crops Knowledge Centre June 6, 2011 | Northwest Region Cool temperatures dominated most of the week. Monday and Tuesday had high winds and rain up to 60 mm in areas around Dauphin. Roblin had 25 mm rain while Swan River had 25 […]

PRHA Media Release | Obstetrician/Gynecologist recruited to Region The Parkland Regional Health Authority (PRHA) is pleased to announce that it has successfully recruited a Royal College-eligible Obstetrician/Gynecologist. Dr. Yusuf Mohammed Kasim, who is currently working in Ireland, is set to start in Parkland Region in early July 2011. Dr. Kasim will be providing specialist services […]

Submitted by: Margaret Romak | Swan Valley Animal Protection League is having its Annual General Meeting Wednesday, June 8th, 7:00 p.m. Anglican Church Swan River We are a very small group, and are in desperate need of new members to join. We cannot keep this organization running without more support. Any Questions, call: 734-9173

Submitted by: Leila Richard There was a great turnout at the BBQ and bake sale hosted by Safe Grad 2011 in conjunction with Phatboy’s Autobody on June 3, 2011. Click any of the above pictures for a larger version.

Submitted by: Tracy Boychuk | Taylor School held their annual Fun Festival at the Swan River Centennial Arena on Friday, June 3. It was a great evening of Food, Fun, Games and Prizes with proceeds raised going to the Taylor School Playground Enhancement Project. Click any of the above pictures for a larger version.

Submitted by: Marlene Hohne | Florence May (Walker) McLean celebrates her 102nd birthday on June 1, 2011, at the Swan Valley Lodge with approxamatly that numbers of friends and visitor. Florence has lived in the Valley most of her life. Click the picture for a larger version. She married a farmer Harold McLean. When a […]

Submitted by: Crystal Nepinak | Swan Valley Tigers Girls Rugby just won GOLD in Winnipeg at the Provincial Championship tournament earlier this afternoon. Way to go TIGERS! Click the picture for a larger version.

Province of Manitoba Media Release | New Services Closer to Home Will Enhance Patient Care: Oswald New dental surgery services will soon be offered in Swan River to reduce travel times for area residents, Health Minister Theresa Oswald announced today. “In the past, patients have had to travel to Brandon or Winnipeg for dental surgery,” […]

ValleyBiz Story | The RCMP Musical Ride stopped over in Swan River last night on their way to perform at the Village of Pelly’s 100th Birthday Celebration. The RCMP Musical ride tours with 46 personnel and 36 horses. The horses of the Musical Ride were stabled at the Swan River Valley Agricultural Society Fair Grounds […]

Submited by: Susan Cowan | From bratwurst and beer, perogies and cabbage rolls, vegemite pies, English tea and scones, vinarterta and chicken paprika and open-faced sandwiches, participants can sample food and drink from the world over all under one roof. Swan River Curling Rink 10am to 10pm Friday, June 10th 11am to 11pm Saturday, June […]

A Regular Meeting of Council of The Village of Benito was called to order at 7:00 pm on Tuesday May 24, 2011 in the Village Council Chambers. Present: Mayor Meadows; Deputy Mayor Scouten; Councilor Schneider; Councilor Zebinski; Councilor Offenberger; Chief Administrative Officer ~ Pat Ellingson Mayor Meadows called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm […]

Swan Valley Recreation and Wellness Centre Media Release | The Swan Valley Recreation and Wellness Centre has reviewed the questionnaires received at the public meeting on March 21, 2011 and has compiled answers to some of the most frequently asked questions. Regarding Phase 1, the Aquatic Centre, various questions were raised regarding whether or not […]

Submitted by: Leila Richard | Safe Grad 2011 in conjunction with Phatboy’s Autobody is hosting a BBQ June 3, 2011 11:00am to 2:00pm Phatboys Autobody 1941 Dubreuil St . Burger and Drink $3.00 There will also be a bake table and door prize draw. All proceeds will go to Safe Grad.

Submitted by: Tracy Boychuk | Taylor School is holding their annual Fun Festival Friday, June 3, 2011 6:00pm to 9:00pm at the Swan River Centennial Arena. Everyone across the Valley is invited for an evening of Food, Fun, Bingo, Games, Raffles and Prizes. Hamburgers, Hotdogs, Pizza and snacks will be available. Proceeds raised at the […]

Pictures Submitted by: Shannon Barthelette | ValleyBiz has received reports that Mafeking experienced a flash flood on the weekend after a beaver dam let go. The resulting flow of water carried debris along the Mafeking Creek which became jammed under the bridge and caused a flood of water and debris through town. Equipment was brought […]

ValleyBiz Story | Main Street repaving got underway on Thursday, May 26 but was unfortunately delayed by the rain that began on Friday and continued throughout Saturday. The north side of Main Street has been completed from Highway 10 to 9th Avenue. The north parking lane along the rest of Main Street and the entire […]

Province of Maniotba Media Release | 2011 LICENSED MOOSE HUNTING SEASONS CANCELLED IN SEVERAL AREAS Moose Hunting Restrictions Give Populations Time to Recover, Stabilize: Blaikie Moose hunting seasons have been cancelled in the Porcupine Mountains (Game Hunting Areas 13 and 13A) for 2011, Conservation Minister Bill Blaikie announced today. “Appropriate management of our wildlife resources […]

ValleyBiz Story | With the drier, warmer weather this past week, seeding in the Valley saw some significant progress. According to the May 24 Crop Report prepared by Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives: Swan River has approximately 30% wheat seeded. Seeding in the Roblin area has progressed to 70% wheat and 45% canola acres […]

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 24th, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. Present: Reeve Lorne Henkelman, Deputy Reeve Brian Burick Councillors: Glen Foster, Don Machan, Richard Barteski, Terry Neely, Earl Hrappstead […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Rural Municipality of Minitonas, held in Council Chambers, in Minitonas, Manitoba this 11th day of May, 2011 A.D. at 8:00 am. Present: Reeve McIntosh, Councillors: Pacamaniuk, Klekta, Eisner & Rinsdorf C.A.O.: Carolyn Gordon Delegations: 10:00 am Swan River RCMP – 2010 Review 10:30 am Swan River […]

Regular Meeting of the members of Council of the Town of Minitonas, held in the Council Chambers, Minitonas, Manitoba this 4th day of May, 2011 A.D. at 7:00 p.m. Present: Mayor Barkowski Councillors: Robb, Caruk & Bartel C.A.O.: Carolyn Gordon Delegations: 8:40 pm Brent Scales re: Recreation & Wellness Committee 9:00 pm Merv Leslie re: […]

ValleyBiz Story | Come one, Come All! Ringmaster Timothy Tegge introduces the 3 Ring Circus. After a 9 year absence, the Shrine Circus rolled into Swan River for 2 shows at the Swan River Centennial Arena on Wednesday evening. The first show drew a crowd of 850 people who quickly filled the bleachers. Chairs provided […]

RCMP Media Release | On May 24th, at about 6:00 p.m. Swan River RCMP and Swan Valley EMS (ambulance) responded to an Assault with a Weapon near the Taylor School in Swan River, Manitoba. A physical altercation between two male youths escalated where one youth produced a knife and caused non-life threatening injuries to the […]

RCMP Media Release | On May 17th, 2011 at 8:15 a.m. Swan River RCMP responded to a complaint of Mischief outside of a residence in Swan River, Manitoba. Police patrols located the lone male suspect, who was arrested & released for Provincial Court in Swan River on June 27, 2011. A Search Warrant obtained later […]

Submitted by: Sharon Glasscock | The 2011 Preschool Wellness Fair was huge success with 213 children, 105 families attending. It was a one stop shopping event for parents to find any and all information that they wanted to help raise their children to be happy, healthy and ready for school. There were over 25 different […]

RCMP Media Release | On May 19th, 2011 Swan River RCMP executed a Search Warrant on a residence in Benito, Manitoba. As a result of a police investigation relating to an unauthorized possession of a firearm and failing to comply with an undertaking, an arrest occurred with the subsequent execution of a Search Warrant in […]

ValleyBiz Story | On Thursday, May 19 students from schools around the Valley attended Emergency Services Day at the Swan River Centennial Arena. Emergency Services personnel from the Swan River Fire Department, Swan Valley EMS, RCMP and Manitoba Conservation were in attendance along with their Emergency Service vehicles and equipment. The workers did an excellent […]

ValleyBiz Story | Work progressed quickly this week as the resurfacing project got underway on Main Street. The milling of the existing asphalt began on Wednesday and went quickly as the top 2″ were removed. The project is estimated to take 1 – 2 weeks and if the weather cooperates, crews could begin installing the […]

Submitted by: SVRWC | On Thursday, May 19, The Swan Valley Recreation and Wellness Centre held a Pancake Brunch. Over 200 people dined on pancakes and sausages in support of the project. The Brunch also resulted in a number of new 2740 Club Members. Click a picture to see a larger version.

Submitted by: SVRWC | The Swan Valley Recreation and Wellness Centre will be holding a Pancake and Sausage Brunch Fundraiser Thursday, May 19 10:00am to 1:30pm Veterans Community Hall Cost $5 Proceeds to Swan Valley Rec and Wellness Centre Inc.

Submitted by: Melissa Gray | The Benito Rec Centre held a dance on Saturday, May 14. Here are the pictures of Tangle Box from the dance. We had a good turn out and everyone had a great time, Tangle Box was awesome! Click the pictures for a larger version.

Submitted by:  Jayne Leadbeater | The United Church held a Variety Concert and Dessert Party on Sunday, May 15 with a free will offering taken to support missions. Here are some pictures and highlights from the evening. “Duelling Piano” Carolle Cowan/Shirley Thompson Duet Tarnished Brass Quintet: Herb Radke/Trumpet; Jamie Ayers/Tuba; Jayne Leadbeater/Trombone; Julie Kooistra/French Horn; […]

Submitted by:  Sharon Glasscock | Parents and children 5 years and under are invited to attend a FREE Wellness Fair. Tuesday, May 17, 2011 10:00am to 6:00pm Swan River Curling Rink Fun Interactive Stations Car Seat Safety Checks Screening & Display Booths Speech & Language, Hearing Dental, Health & Nutrition Childcare, Triple P, Early Learning […]

Submitted by: Melissa Lausman | Four choirs and the Improv team from Neelin High School in Brandon will be stopping in Swan River to perform an evening concert. Tuesday, May 17, 2011 7:30 pm Temple Baptist Church Admission by Donation Join us for a night of music and drama as we celebrate our Parkland tour!

Parkland Regional Health Authority Media Release | What Parents Need to Know about Car Seats  Car crashes kill more children than any other injury, but when children use car seats, they are well protected and less likely to be severely injured. Parents and caregivers can choose the right car seat or booster seat for their […]

Submitted by: SVRSS | On Thursday, the Swan Valley Regional Secondary School (SVRSS) Drama Club had a dress rehearsal for their musical production of The Little Mermaid and are set for the first performance on Friday evening. Here is a sneak peak of what to expect. Come out and enjoy this underwater adventure for the […]

Submitted by:  Peter Fleming | The Minitonas Fiddlin’ Program celebrated its 5th Anniversary on May 9, 2011 in Minitonas. The day was filled with Bass workshops by Daniel Koulack, and Fiddle workshops with Alex Lamoureax. It was capped off with an evening concert to which approximately 200 attended.Mr. David Chartrand – President of the Manitoba […]

RCMP Media Release | On May 11th, 2011 Swan River RCMP laid four charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. Charged are Donna Evelyn FLEURY (47 years) of Swan River (2 charges, re: Cannabis & Oxycodone) and Wesley Randall FLEURY (50 years) of […]

Submitted by: Shawn Klekta | The last few days of rainy weather have left some areas of the Swan River Valley experiencing flooding for the third time this spring causing some creeks and rivers to overflow their banks in the Minitonas and Pretty Valley area.  A clogged culvert causes water from the West Favel River […]

Swan Valley Recreation and Wellness Centre Media Release | People throughout Manitoba will soon be receiving a cheque in the mail from Manitoba Public Insurance.  The average Autopac rebate cheque will be about $450. The Swan Valley Rec and Wellness Centre is challenging Swan Valley residents to invest $365 of their refund in the future […]

Submitted by: Wayne Grier | For their thoughtfulness and sense of Community Pride, the Swan Valley Chamber of Commerce has awarded Volunteers of the Month, April 2011, to the Hero Club. Entirely on their own initiative(since 2006), the Hero Club has walked Main Street in Swan River in late April (in conjunction with Earth Day) […]

Submitted by: SVRSS | The Swan Valley Regional Secondary School (SVRSS) Drama Club presents a musical treat for the entire family – The Little Mermaid. The musical, based on Hans Christian Anderson’s classic tale, will feature familiar musical numbers, dance, drama and excitement following the fun and friendship of the characters under the sea. 3 […]

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 10th, 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     […]

Submitted by: Lynn Williamson | Picture of Sylvia’s Angels giving a cheque for $5,782.30 for the Chemo Unit at the Swan Valley Hospital from our talent show on April 9, 2011.  We want to thank all the people in the valley from the bottom of our hearts who sponsored us, volunteered and participated in this wonderful […]

Submitted by:  Shawn Klekta, Your PC Guy | Several people in the Swan River Valley have reported to Your PC Guy they have received phone calls indicating their computer may be infected.  This is a scam!  This scam is an attempt to access to your computer, install malware, steal personal information and convince you to pay […]

Submitted by:  Lynn Williamson | The Kenville Hall Board would like to thank everyone who had a table for our fundraiser and to the people who came out and supported us. We nearly sold out of our Kenville burgers so know they must be famous. What a great Valley we live in — Thank-you, Thank-you!

Submitted by: Holly Urban & Melissa Johnson | The Swan Valley Sport Fishing Enhancement Annual Banquet was a tremendous success with 600 people attending this year for the 25th Anniversary. The evening included Displays, Games of Chance, Exhibits, Fish Races, Bid Auctions, Silent Auctions, Door Prizes, Project Updates, Boat Draws, Fishing Stories, Good Times and […]