It is that time of year again when potholes begin their annual appearance on the streets of Cranbrook and become the hot topic of discussion…
Further Elkford/Sparwood health care centre closures
Residents are advised of the following changes and updates to emergency department hours at the health centres in Elkford and Sparwood due to physician availability….
Dialysis closure odyssey continues for Kirt Sellers
He approaches Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays with the same small sigh and the determination of a mountain climber. He climbs into his compact sedan, acquired…
Current snow survey and water supply bulletin
Please find below the March 1 snow survey by the BC River Forecast Centre. Data from 136 snow courses and 53 snow pillows around the…
Castlegar/Golden conferences to focus on CRT
The province is hosting two free conferences that will explore the future of the Columbia River Treaty (CRT) and secure input on alternative future scenarios…
Finning promo sees $5,833 for Intensive Care
When Finning (Canada), the world’s largest Caterpillar equipment dealer put out a corporate sales challenge, Region 1 branches Surrey, Kamloops, Vancouver Island, Vernon, Williams Lake,…
Sparwood Council Facts
Elk Valley RCMP suggest bylaw for false alarm calls Cst. Chris Mahoney of the Elk Valley RCMP made a March 4 presentation to District of…
RDEK 5-Year Financial Plan holds small tax levy increase
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) has adopted its Financial Plan for the years 2013 – 2017. The 2013 budget is $24.7 million, which…
City seeking sustainable community builders
Do you know an individual, group, club, agency or society who has made Cranbrook a better, stronger community? If so, the City of Cranbrook would…
Valley resident and coastal group outraged by wolf snaring
A Columbia Valley resident who has discovered 18 wolf snares near his home believes the provincial government is acting on behalf of a private ranching…