MLA Minute By Doug Clovechok It has been a stressful time in our region during this ferocious wildfire season. We want to ensure that our…
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Area restriction for the St. Mary’s River wildfire rescinded
Effective immediately on Friday, August 4, the Area Restriction that was established around the St. Mary’s River wildfire (N11805) will be rescinded. As the fire…
Stay aware and plan ahead for the long weekend
With over 350 wildfires burning across B.C., including a number of Fires of Note in the East Kootenay, the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK)…
Area restriction in effect for Jubilee Mountain
The BC Wildfire Service has implemented an Area Restriction Order for the vicinity of the Jubilee Mountain wildfire (N22370), which originated approximately 18 kilometres southeast…
Area restriction in effect for Mia Creek wildfire
The BC Wildfire Service has implemented an Area Restriction Order for the vicinity of the Mia Creek wildfire (N22240), which originated approximately 15 kilometres east…
Obituary of Garrett Donald Benjamin
Garrett Donald Benjamin 1996 – 2023 With broken hearts we announce the passing of Garrett Donald Benjamin on July 20, 2023. Garrett was born in…
Weekly update with Cranbrook RCMP
Cranbrook RCMP responded to 251 calls for service over the past week. Of the 251 calls, 34 were mental health/check well being calls, 27 suspicious…
Watering restrictions lifted in Radium
Stage 2 watering restrictions have been lifted in the Village of Radium Hot Springs. Residents should now abide by the Stage 1 restrictions. Bylaw No….
Evacuation Alert added to Lladnar wildfire
An Evacuation Alert has been issued by the District of Sparwood and the Regional District of East Kootenay at the Regional Emergency Operations Centre (REOC)…
Obituary of Sylvia George
Sylvia GEORGE January 20, 1942 ~ July 24, 2023 (age 81) It is with heavy hearts we announce that Myrna Sylvia George passed away peacefully at home in…