Swan Valley Star and Times
Tuesday, 11 February 2025 08:14
Home Ice Advantage
The SVRSS Tigers Boys’, Girls’ and Mixed Doubles Curling Teams hosted their Zone Championships this past week (Feb. 4) at the Swan River Curling Rink. The girls’ team won all of their games to move to the Provincial Championship, along with the mixed doubles team...
Tuesday, 11 February 2025 08:11
Running for Leadership
The Westwood Inn and Conference Centre was home to PC Party leadership candidate Obby Khan this past weekend (Feb. 8), learning and connecting with Khan about Manitoba...
Tuesday, 04 February 2025 09:11
Hobby turned business celebrates fifth anniversary
What started as a hobby and a love for sewing has led to the creation of a successful business, which is now celebrating a milestone anniversary. Empty Bobbin Quilt and Fabric Shop is celebrating five successful years in business in Swan River.“I’ve always been involved in sewing, whether it was…
Tuesday, 04 February 2025 09:09
Supporting Special Olympics
Swan River’s Tim Hortons began their support of Special Olympics Canada this past weekend (Jan. 31), joining all Tim Hortons restaurants from all over Canada. Special donuts were made to commemorate the program.
Tuesday, 04 February 2025 09:03
My Vision 4 My Education
Grade 4 students from the Swan Valley and area converged at the SVRSS on Wednesday (Jan. 29) for My Vision 4 My Education, where the elementary-level students get a sneak peek at the opportunities that await them at the secondary regional school where they are projected to attend in less…
Tuesday, 28 January 2025 08:29
Poole well accomplished during time in Town of Swan River
The Town of Swan River is in another period of transition as CAO Derek Poole stepped out of his role and away from the Town of Swan River this week, making way for the incoming CAO that is scheduled to begin his duties in March.Mayor Lance Jacobson announced the hiring…
Tuesday, 28 January 2025 08:26
Competitive Nature
The Swan Valley Axemen hosted the Cote Selects this past weekend (Jan. 24) at the Minitonas and District Arena, prevailing 6-2 on home ice...
Tuesday, 28 January 2025 08:25
The Classic Tunes
The Swan Valley Historical Museum held their Winter Warm-Up event this past weekend (Jan. 24), welcoming the band, The Pugs, featuring Steve (Left), Ken(Middle), and Claude. The Swan Valley Co-op provided appetizers and along with some craft beer sampling courtesy of Black Wheat Brewing
Tuesday, 21 January 2025 08:18
Fun Time at the Library
The North-West Regional Library held a Storytime Winter Session on Thursday (Jan. 16) for children ages 3-5, where they listened to stories, made some crafts, sang songs and more. Pictured here, facilitator Sheila Assoignon helps the children show off the snowman craft they made.
Tuesday, 21 January 2025 08:16
Home Ice Advantage
The U9 Swan Valley Broncos, Colts and Mustangs hosted their home tournament this past weekend (Jan. 17-19) at the Swan River Centennial Arena. The Colts took home the A-side championship, with a 10-6 win over the Roblin Stars...
Tuesday, 21 January 2025 08:15
Tearing up the Snow
With the frosty temperatures going down to a blistering -35 degrees, some snowmobilers took advantage of the cold day. Tucker Thompson pops a wheelie.