The ancestors of today’s Elk Valley Métis Nation members were the children of the unions between North American First Nations mothers and European fathers. The…
Legion out in force again; seeking support
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 24 Cranbrook will once again be asking for the public to support our Veterans by sponsoring a wreath or purchasing poppies during…
Ghost Train arriving at Fort Steele
The East Kootenay’s largest and best known heritage site is going to be visited by a Ghost Train in time for Halloween. The Ghost Train…
Have road concerns? Air them to chamber
The Kimberley Chamber of Commerce was contacted by the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure this morning regarding their 10-year Transportation Plan and a presentation they…
October Mayor’s Message
By Mayor Ute Juras, Village of Canal Flats Here we are and it is already well into October. I hope everyone is enjoying the beautiful…
Bat BioBlitz detects endangered species
Conservation groups have answered a request from the B.C. government to help study a group of species soon to face devastating population die-offs – bats…
United Way changes name to reflect coverage area
The United Way came to the East Kootenay approximately 65 years ago when a United Appeal was formed in Kimberley and then 45 years ago,…
Mosquitoes to be discussed at community meeting
The results of a preliminary assessment into mosquito populations and breeding grounds in the Wardner, Mayook, Bull River and Fort Steele area will be unveiled…
Kootenay corporate community gets kids outside
This summer the Columbia Basin Environmental Education Network (CBEEN) launched a Kootenay-wide Corporate Challenge with the goal of attracting 10 Kootenay-based businesses to sponsor the…
Obituary for Pearl Annie Rutter
Pearl Annie Rutter August 19, 1924 – October 15, 2014 Dementia is cruel and heartbreaking. Pearl became a fading picture of the strong, independent woman…