Swan Valley Star and Times
Tuesday, 12 August 2025 08:05
Zylo and Bloom brings interior design and installation to the Valley
There are those folks who have an eye for design and a talent for making it happen when it comes to home renovations. Cheryl and Derek Gorski are just those two. They took their love of renovating and decorating, and turned it into a business here in the Valley.“My husband,…
Tuesday, 12 August 2025 08:04
Playing Against the Rain
The Swan River Golf and Country Club hosted the Kal Tire mixed Steak Night this past Friday (Aug. 8). Numerous golfers battled as much against the weather while enjoying a round of golf. Here, Ashton Cochrane takes a huge backswing on his drive.
Tuesday, 12 August 2025 08:02
A Great Honour
Last week (Aug. 8), Dr. Gene Theodore was awarded a King Charles III’s Coronation Medal, presented by Swan River MLA Rick Wowchuk on behalf of the King’s representative. Theodore served as a medical doctor in the Swan Valley for 52 years, finally retiring in 2018...
Tuesday, 05 August 2025 08:44
Two Valley students come back to work locally in the medical field
Some former Valley residents are taking advantage of a summer student opportunity that allows them to work in their home community and gain experience in their field of study. Discover Health Careers Manitoba offers term positions to students in the healthcare field to provide a hands-on experience in clinical, hospital…
Tuesday, 05 August 2025 08:36
Showing off their Metal
The Swan Valley Stock Car Club held their Invitational race this past weekend (Aug. 2-3) with racers from Manitoba and Saskatchewan competing in the highly competitive races. Here, Mark Maga (Right) tries to gain ground on leader, and SVSCC President, Brandon Kalechyn (Left).
Tuesday, 05 August 2025 08:32
Great Day for the Lake
Hot weather on the August long weekend sounds like the perfect time for people to enjoy nature in lake country, which is exactly what plenty of people did in and on the countless water bodies that are within a relatively short drive from the Swan Valley. Pictured here, Nick Gowler…
Tuesday, 29 July 2025 08:46
The race is on
The third annual Western Canadian Chuckwagon and Junior Chariot Championship took place during the four days of the NorthWest Round-up and Exhibition, with 112 heats of races around the half-mile track on the Swan River Agricultural Society Grounds...
Tuesday, 29 July 2025 08:45
SVPCH provides residents with another scenic view
Residents at the Swan Valley Personal Care Home (SVPCH) have another beautiful view to enjoy thanks to the talents of local artist Melanie Bird and the financial donation from the Swan Valley Credit Union. This is the second mural that Bird has painted at the care home, with the first…
Tuesday, 29 July 2025 08:38
Another one in the books
The Swan River Valley Agricultural Society Grounds were once again bustling with activity as the NorthWest Round-up and Exhibition (NWRE) drew crowds from near and far. Whether it was the shows and races in front of the grandstand, the tastes of the food booths, the entertainment of the midway, or…
Tuesday, 22 July 2025 08:08
Benito Splash Park has been breaking ground
The Benito Splash Park seems to have taken off with some full-force momentum. The project started as an idea, to raising almost half a million dollars, and now breaking ground for construction. There are still opportunities for people to donate or for local businesses to purchase naming rights.“We broke ground…
Tuesday, 22 July 2025 08:07
Home pool advantage
The Swan Valley Rapids Swim Club held their home swim meet this past weekend (July 20), with many local family and friends coming out to support the home club. Local swimmers competed against a handful of other clubs from around Manitoba. Here, Madeline Buchanan gets set to dive into the…