Swan Valley Star and Times Community
Tuesday, 29 August 2023 08:40
Restoring a part of history: Rescuing and resurrecting an old Crescent Creamery delivery truck
Owning a piece of Swan River’s history can be an amazing and rare find. This is the case for Valley-born Jason Beasley of J-Ride Customs. Beasley acquired the old milk truck from Crescent Creamery that was used in the Valley to deliver milk and cream to people. It was a…
Tuesday, 22 August 2023 08:29
Adult and Teen Challenge making a difference in Swan River
It’s been some time since Adult and Teen Challenge of Central Canada (ATC) set up a community office in Swan River, with the intent to reach out to people with addictions in the area and help them overcome the challenges in their life, whether that be by being a place…
Tuesday, 15 August 2023 08:25
Former Valley resident publishes series of books
Writing and publishing a novel is something that a few people dream of, but sometimes never find the actual time to do. A former Valley resident, despite his extremely intense schedule and career, has found an opportunity to achieve that very thing he has dreamed of. Dale Fedorchuk has a…
Tuesday, 08 August 2023 08:30
First SVRSS graduating class celebrates their 50-year high school reunion
A milestone class reunion was held at the Swan Valley Regional Secondary School (SVRSS) the week of the Northwest Round-up Fair and Rodeo. The SVRSS Class of 1973 was the first class to graduate from the newly formed regional secondary school and celebrated their 50-year high school reunion.“1973 was the…
Tuesday, 01 August 2023 08:20
Main Street Parade
Seemingly thousands of people gathered along the streets of Swan River on Friday morning (July 28) to watch approximately 80 float entries amble down Main Street in the Swan Valley Chamber of Commerce Parade, with this year’s theme celebrating Diversity in the Valley.
Tuesday, 25 July 2023 08:08
Touring History
The Swan Valley Immigrant Services Day Camp group toured the Swan Valley Historical Museum this past Thursday (July 20), teaching the youth all about the history of the Swan Valley.
Tuesday, 18 July 2023 08:15
From Farm to You
The Swan Valley Farmers’ Market is now underway, with the first one of the year taking place on Thursday afternoon (July 13). Markets will continue to take place weekly from 4-6 p.m. at the Swan Valley Historical Museum, until the end of September, with vendors selling items such as fresh…
Tuesday, 11 July 2023 08:03
Bringing back memories of Birch Wood Cabins
Summertime is here and many people are making plans to go camping at the lake or travelling to other communities for a visit. Back in the day, the Valley had a series of cabins known as the Birch Wood Cabins that brought many tourists and visitors to the area. The…
Tuesday, 04 July 2023 08:18
Schoolyard Carnival
The Kindergarten to Grade 6 classes at ESRSS headed outside on Monday afternoon for their Carnival, with students playing games around the yard in order to win tickets they can use to purchase prizes or experiences, such as dropping Mrs. Allan-Fuchs in the dunk tank, or getting decorated with a…
Tuesday, 27 June 2023 08:15
New life in the membership at the Swan River Senior Citizens’ Centre
There’s a good time to be had by all at the Swan River Senior Citizens’ Centre (SRSCC), which has seen an influx of members join in the last year.The SRSCC has been operating their facility nearly continuously since 1978 when they were incorporated, save for a couple of years when…
Tuesday, 27 June 2023 08:14
Festival De Spikageur
Munro Smashball held their second of four tournaments this season, this time it was Festival De Spikageur that took place on Sunday (June. 25) at the Swan River Legion Park.
Tuesday, 20 June 2023 08:31
Raising money for cancer research with crocheted cloths
Never forget that sometimes individual effort can inspire a community and make a difference in the world.Such is the case with local crafter Linda Daviduik, who crocheted a total of 205 prayer cloths and cards to benefit breast cancer research in Manitoba and those suffering from it.Each package that Daviduik…
Tuesday, 13 June 2023 08:17
Exploring the World of Lights and Sirens
Emergency and enforcement services around the Swan Valley came together with their vehicles and equipment for EMS Day at the Swan River Centennial Arena, allowing Swan Valley students to explore the world of front-line services. Represented services included RCMP, municipal and provincial fire departments, emergency medical services, Manitoba Hydro and…
Tuesday, 06 June 2023 08:34
Find food for the Soul at Maggie’s BBQ
The Valley can take in some really diverse and authentic barbecue cuisine this summer at a new food truck that has set up shop. Maggie’s BBQ not only makes food for the soul but is also about giving back to the community. The creation of Maggie’s BBQ - and its…
Tuesday, 30 May 2023 08:26
Supporting the Graduating Class
The SVRSS 2023 graduate class worked together with the Swan Valley Consumers Co-op to fundraise for their upcoming Safe Grad celebration, with a barbecue lunch held on Thursday (May 25).