Swan Valley Star and Times News
Tuesday, 24 October 2023 08:23
Exploring Our Fire Service
On Oct. 19, local residents were invited to the first open house of the newly renamed Swan Valley Fire Department (SVFD), formed through the amalgamation of the Swan River Fire Department and the Thunder West Fire Department. Here, SVFD firefighter Joel Fedorchuk (left) assists Grant Rewerts (right) with the fire…
Tuesday, 17 October 2023 05:58
Noon Moon
The majority of North and South America experienced at least a partial glimpse of the annular solar eclipse that occurred on Saturday morning (Oct. 14). An annulareclipse describes when the moon orbits in front of the sun, but does not block the full circle, leaving a ‘ring of fire’ at…
Tuesday, 10 October 2023 07:42
The Great Swan River Chili Cookoff
The Mental Wellness and Suicide Prevention Committee held a chili cookoff at the Veterans Community Hall on Friday (Oct. 6), allowing groups to promote their organizations as well as promote Mental Health Awareness Week. Patrons arrived to sample five different recipes of chili, with the opportunity to select the best…
Tuesday, 03 October 2023 08:25
Truth and Reconciliation
The Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre held the annual Truth Walk for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation this past Saturday (Sept. 30), to recognize all the children that endured or didn’t come home from the residential schools...
Tuesday, 26 September 2023 08:29
25th Season Begins
The Swan Valley Junior A Stampeders kicked off their 25th Season last week with their season home opener happening on Saturday (Sept. 23). Rebounding from a loss in Dauphin the night before, the Stampeders picked up a 6-3 win in front of an enthusiastic crowd...
Tuesday, 19 September 2023 08:23
Terry Fox Run
The citizens of Swan River all gathered on Sunday (Sept. 17), to recognize and support Canadian icon Terry Fox and the legacy of his foundation by taking part in the annual Terry Fox Run to raise money for cancer research. Here, Laurie Evans (left) and Paula Jones (right) make the…
Tuesday, 12 September 2023 08:31
Walking for Life
Members of the community joined with the Mental Wellness and Suicide Prevention Committee for a community walk on Friday (Sept. 8) to raise awareness about suicide prevention and recognize World Suicide Prevention Day on Sept. 10. Participants also received information and materials to help them engage in personal awareness activities.…
Tuesday, 05 September 2023 09:05
Taking off the Crop
Much of the Swan Valley’s crops have been harvested already as weather has permitted area farmers to take their combines out into the field...
Tuesday, 29 August 2023 08:23
Celebrating the Harvest
The Swan Valley Historical Museum held their 2023 Harvest Festival this past Sunday (Aug. 27), with a great showing of support from visitors. Here, William Piwish (left) and Rae-lene Piwish toss sheaves of wheat into the old threshing machine...
Tuesday, 22 August 2023 08:23
Beautify the Neighbourhood
The storage container outside of the Royal Canadian Legion Br. 39 Swan River club room is getting an aesthetic upgrade, with the Legion hiring local artist Jenna Smith to beautify the space with a scene of poppies, topped off with the words ‘Lest We Forget’. Smith has already spent many…
Tuesday, 15 August 2023 08:23
DEER DÉJEUNER
As summer gets closer to the end and crops come in, plant life is abundant for wildlife, and this deer is living life to the fullest with nature’s buffet in front of her, unbothered by passing traffic.
Tuesday, 08 August 2023 08:26
SVRSS Expansion
Representatives of the various contributors, stakeholders and consultants “break ground” on the new $15-million+ multi-purpose room and performing arts centre at the SVRSS, which has already commenced construction behind them...
Tuesday, 01 August 2023 08:03
Rodeo Action
Visitors to the NorthWest Round-up and Exhibition were entertained with an exciting rodeo event on Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons (July 28-30). The grandstand was standing room only and the weather couln’t have been more perfect.
Tuesday, 25 July 2023 08:03
Summer Nights
Summer is the time to take advantage of the many beautiful lakes the Swan River Valley - swimming, boating, fishing or just enjoying the beach. Here, a lone fisherman sits on the dock at East Blue Lake, looking to reel in a catch.
Tuesday, 18 July 2023 08:12
Takin' it Down
Halverson Hauling has commenced the demolition of the former Conrad Apartments at 124 Fifth Avenue South in Swan River. The multi-family residence was evacuated in 2020 after multiple fires destroyed the building and approximately two dozen residents were displaced. The building has since been in legal limbo as invested parties …