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Tuesday, 03 March 2026 09:18
The Swan Valley’s own musical Memory Lane
There’s something nostalgic about taking a trip down memory lane. Ray’s Strings and Things is giving people that opportunity to reminisce about the good ol’ days when it comes to music from the Valley with their Memory Lane. The project started as an idea and has now led to a…
Tuesday, 24 February 2026 08:49
Carrying on the family legacy of music
Musical talent is a gift that can run deep in a family and can be the roots of the family tree. This is the case for Metis singer and songwriter Joe H. Henry. Henry is no stranger to the area or to music in Manitoba. His father was a well-known…
Tuesday, 17 February 2026 08:48
Shaelyn Carr recruited to present at TEDx
A former student from the Valley is putting her education to the test and has been asked to be a presenter for the famous TEDx series. TEDx is considered a grassroots initiative to research and discover ideas worth spreading. Shaelyn Carr, who is currently studying at the University of Regina,…
Tuesday, 10 February 2026 08:49
Sunshine Flowers N Gifts celebrates fifth anniversary
Putting a smile on someone’s face is a big part of what a florist does and local Sunshine Flowers N Gifts Florist Cindy Genaille is celebrating her fifth year in business and of bringing smiles to customers. Genaille had been working in the floral industry for many years before she…
Tuesday, 03 February 2026 08:56
LP Swan Valley celebrates 30th Anniversary
It seems hard to believe that 30 years ago, Louisiana Pacific (LP) Building Solutions made the strategic move to build and open a mill in the Swan Valley. It was a huge economic driving force for the area that brought employment and new opportunities. Over the years. LP Swan Valley…
Tuesday, 27 January 2026 09:09
Completed Cultural Arts Centre opens its doors to the public
At long last, the SVRSS Cultural Arts Centre is officially open for use, with the grand opening being celebrated on Saturday (Jan. 24).Among those in attendance were Swan Valley School Division staff and students, alongside council and band members of Wuskwi Sipihk First Nation (WSFN) and Sapotaweyak Cree Nation (SCN),…
Tuesday, 20 January 2026 09:09
Municipality to reopen Benito municipal office
The community of Benito has had an excellent start to the new year. While most small town rural municipalities are struggling with infrastructure, dwindling population, services and businesses, Benito seems to be an inspiration. Earlier this month, the Municipality of Swan Valley West (MSVW) announced it would be reopening the…
Tuesday, 13 January 2026 08:52
Linnick presented Firefighter of the Year Award
Every year, a local firefighter is recognized for their efforts in serving the community by being presented with the Firefighter of the Year Award. This year’s recipient was Matthew Linnick. Linick is one of the Swan Valley Fire Department (SVFD) instructors and a firefighter who demonstrated active volunteerism in the…
Tuesday, 23 December 2025 09:42
Addressing Roundabout Concerns
Representatives from Dillon Consulting and the Province of Manitoba visited Swan River on Tuesday (Dec. 16) to present information on the roundabout design that is currently being planned for the intersection of Hwy. No. 10 and Hwy. No. 83, as well as collect feedback from residents and businesspeople and address…
Tuesday, 16 December 2025 08:51
Thunderhill Courts Celebrate 50 years
Thunderhill Courts in Benito celebrated 50 years with a Christmas gathering last Tuesday night (Dec. 9). Residents, family members, invited guests and volunteers came together to celebrate the milestone anniversary. The common room was overfilled as everyone enjoyed welcoming addresses from Municipality of Swan Valley West Reeve Bill Gade, Swan…
Monday, 08 December 2025 18:32
A winter wonderland
The annual Mistletoe Magic kick-off event was in full effect this past weekend (Dec. 6) with hotdogs and hot chocolate available, a meeting with Santa, and checking out the beautiful lights at the Swan Valley Historical Museum...
Tuesday, 02 December 2025 10:24
Homemade Goods
The Veterans Community Hall in Swan River was home to a Christmas Farmers Market this past Friday (Nov. 28) with many vendors opened up for community members to start Black Friday shopping.Gylfa (left), Anna (second from left), Jack (second from right) and Rodimus (right) Machan have their sweet treat station…
Tuesday, 25 November 2025 09:01
Amara’s Amigos dedicate five years to fundraising and creating awareness
The long-lasting memory of Amara Campbell has created a ripple effect that has touched the Swan Valley and created a movement to help fight cancer. The creation of Amara’s Amigos, a group of dedicated volunteers who help raise funds in the fight against cancer, was formed five years ago and…
Tuesday, 18 November 2025 09:18
A Day to Remember
Swan River’s Royal Canadian Legion Br. 39 facilitated one of countless Remembrance Day services on the morning of Nov. 11, honouring those who have fought in Canada’s Armed Forces since World War One. (TOP LEFT) Swan River’s oldest surviving veteran, Max Dick (centre), attends the service, representing the Korean War...
Monday, 10 November 2025 09:25
Symbiotic business-vendor relationship a win-win for both entrepreneurs and customers
Business has gotten a little more hairy in downtown Swan River this year, but actually in a good way!If you haven’t checked out their new storefront 520 Main Street, Roaring River Fur has established themself in a new permanent location this year, giving opportunity to their client base to reliably…