The College of the Rockies will once again be hosting Grade 9 students from throughout the region with the project YES 2 IT (Youth Exploring…
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We failed Earth Hour, but what about Earth day?
Perceptions by Gerry Warner Last Saturday night was ‘Earth Hour’ around the world when everyone was supposed to turn off the lights for an hour…
Seeking to grow leadership in the Kootenays
A Cranbrook author, negotiation expert and leadership consultant believes the Kootenays are ripe for the creation of the Kootenay Leadership Institute (KLI). David B. Savage,…
Premier speaks about Vimy Ridge
Letter to the Editor On Easter weekend in April 1917 on Vimy Ridge, four divisions of Canadians – over 100,000 men – drew together to…
Wings flying from May 7 to 13
In addition to bird watching expeditions, the Wings over the Rockies schedule, May 7 to 13, includes a wide range of informative luncheon, afternoon and…
Volleyballers to serve for Mammography
The East Kootenay Foundation for Health is encouraging the public to come out and support members of the East Kootenay Volley Ball Club (EKVC) at…
Sani-dump opens again
The City of Cranbrook sani-dump location is now open for the season. The sani-dump location is located behind the Chamber of Commerce office on 22nd…
Government fails Kimberley: MLA Macdonald
Changes to employment service provision in British Columbia have once again left Kimberley without service despite promises to the contrary, says Columbia River – Revelstoke…
Rally around Jumbo April 11 in Invermere
The Jumbo Creek Conservation Society is hosting a rally at the Invermere Community Hall on Wednesday, April 11 at 6:30 p.m. The purpose behind the…
Cranbrook welcomes new wildlife awareness program
By 2009, communities across B.C. recognized the effects deer were having on residents and properties. A report undertaken by the Province of B.C. to look…