Letter to the Editor On behalf of the people of British Columbia, I would like to extend my congratulations to president-elect Joe Biden and vice…
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Obituary for Leo John WEISGERBER
Leo John WEISGERBER April 8, 1930 ~ October 27, 2020 (age 90) It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Leo John Weisgerber on October…
Obituary of Richard Wayne Lobban
Richard Wayne Lobban 1963 – 2020 It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that the family of Richard Lobban announces his passing after a…
Obituary of Mary Marika Smith
Mary Marika Smith February 16, 1925 – October 26, 2020 Mary was born to Ukrainian immigrants on February 16, 1925 in Smoky Lake, Alberta, next…
Liam Thompson earns scholarship from CFKR
The Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies is thrilled to announce that Liam Thompson is the recipient of the Pidoca Construction Group Memorial Scholarship for…
B.C.’s COVID-19 response and latest updates for Nov. 4
Dr. Bonnie Henry, B.C.’s provincial health officer and Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, today (Nov. 4) issued the following joint statement regarding updates on the…
At the Library
By Mike Selby Cranbrook Public Library Exciting news! The Cranbrook Public Library is now open with extended hours (with some restrictions and reduced services.) We…
The Trust releases new strategic plan
Plan sets priorities based on input from Basin residents Based on input from people and communities in the region, Columbia Basin Trust has finalized a strategic…
Opening Doors for Youth
Submitted by Kootenay Employment Services Unemployment continues to plague our younger generation. The current spike in the youth jobless rate triggered by COVID-19, only compounded…
Heroic journey saves lives and brings hope to community
By Erin Knutson The Starlite Campaign kicked off this year with the extraordinary vision of one local man and a team of supporters willing to…