Swan Valley Star and Times News
Tuesday, 17 March 2026 08:29
Best Shelter From the Best Lookout
The North Mountain Riders welcomed guests to the famous Bellsite Lookout in the Porcupine Provincial Forest on Saturday (March 14), accessible by their groomed Snoman trails. The day included the official grand opening of the Dawson Inn Shelter, named in memory of club founder Brian Dawson who sadly passed away…
Tuesday, 10 March 2026 08:45
Something Fishy in Swan River
Local artist Derryl May showcased his talents again with a snow sculpture located at the entrance of Highway 83 South. The sculpture features a favourite pastime in the Valley and it’s a tribute to the upcoming Billy Beal Ice Fishing Derby
Tuesday, 03 March 2026 09:13
Sledding to Break Addictions
The Sled for Eternity Northern Manitoba run took place this past Saturday (Feb. 28), with registration taking place at the Swan Valley Historical Museum. A total of 32 riders pre-registered for the event with more showing up that morning. The Adult and Teen Challenge program helps people with life controlling…
Tuesday, 24 February 2026 08:43
Mid-Morning Collision
The Swan Valley Fire Department, alongside Swan River RCMP and Shared Health EMS, responded to a call of a two-vehicle collision on Monday morning (Feb. 23) at 9:22 a.m., on the Hwy. No. 83 bypass south of Swan River. It appeared that a van had crossed the centre line, close…
Tuesday, 17 February 2026 08:45
In the Name of Love
Love was in the air last weekend, as people celebrated a special Saturday edition of St. Valentine’s Day (Feb. 14). Following the bundles of Valentine’s Day cards that schoolchildren likely brought home the day before, restaurants and retail stores brought out their best specials and decked out their facilities to…
Tuesday, 10 February 2026 08:43
Snow Wanderer
Local artist Derryl May has completed his annual snow sculpture in his front yard at 410 10th Avenue North in Swan River. This year’s piece, called ‘Adventurer’, features a hiker flanked by two dogs and a bird-of-prey on his shoulder.
Tuesday, 03 February 2026 08:51
On A Magic Carpet Ride
The Thunderhill Ski Area held the grand opening, ribbon cutting ceremony of the Co-op Community Magic Carpet ride trail this past Saturday (Jan. 31). This exciting addition to the ski hill makes learning to ski easier, and more fun for their youngest riders and beginners. Pictured here, the first users…
Tuesday, 27 January 2026 09:05
Carving Start
Local snow sculptor Derryl May continued his work on his latest front-yard piece on a frigid Saturday afternoon (Jan. 24). In about a week’s time, he expects the final piece to be revealed.
Tuesday, 20 January 2026 09:01
Sapotaweyak school bus rolls over, 15 sent to hospital
Submitted photo - Skilled Truckers Canada The Swan Valley community was at the centre of a major provincial news event last Tuesday (Jan. 13), when a Sapotaweyak Education Authority school bus carrying 14 teenage students rolled over on Hwy. No. 10 on the way to the SVRSS in the morning,…
Tuesday, 13 January 2026 08:48
Red Sky in Morning
Whether or not we in a prairie province need to be concerned about a sailor’s warning of an early morning red sky, a painted sky first thing in the morning is a welcome sight as we settle into 2026.
Tuesday, 06 January 2026 09:36
LOOKING BACK AT 2025 - HAPPY BRR YEAR
WEEK 1 | JANUARY 7 - The New Year has arrived, with the early days of 2025 welcoming the Swan River Valley with one of winter’s cold snaps. Temperatures reached their coldest this year on Jan. 4 with a reported -38.7C low. Forecasts indicate temperatures to return to single digits…
Tuesday, 30 December 2025 16:20
Sunset on 2025
The sun sets on the Swan Valley – pictured here on the edge of the Saskatchewan border – just as the year sets on 2025, promising a new and hopefully better day in 2026.
Tuesday, 23 December 2025 09:38
Animal Cracker Farm
The SVRSS Student Body engaged in friendly competition during their last week of school before Christmas with their annual Gingerbread House Contest. SVRSS Student Council provided some building materials to every classroom, who used them in their own unique interpretation...
Tuesday, 16 December 2025 08:49
Correcting the record on a roundabout
Normally, when Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure (MTI) plans on spending millions of dollars in your area, there usually is appreciation that the provincial department is spending part of their capital budget in your area.In the case of a major improvement to the intersection of Hwy. No. 83 and Hwy. No.…
Tuesday, 16 December 2025 08:44
Oh little town of... Swan River
The North-West Regional Library in Swan River once again hosted their Festival of Trees from Dec. 2-13, inviting individuals, businesses and community groups to put their own flair on a Christmas tree inside the library. Pictured here, one of many custom ornate decorations on the tree representing Valley Dental Studio...