Backcountry winter access in the snow-capped Southeastern Rockies has been part of the culture in the Elk Valley almost as long as coal mining. Over…
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Spring Honda Fun Run an absolute success
By Rhiannon Chippett This year marked the seventh annual Spring Honda Fun Run for ALS, and over 25 years since the original race was founded (then…
IH releases state of drinking water systems report
Interior Health (IH) today released a comprehensive report regarding the state of the region’s drinking water systems that identified risks to public health, and made…
Strongman returns to Sam Steele Days for 14th year
The 2017 Strongman Classic will be held June 17 from 11:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 17th Ave. North. This year’s event features 16 male…
Don’t leave pets in hot vehicles
With the return of the hot weather, City of Cranbrook Bylaw Services has regularly been getting phone calls of dogs being left in hot vehicles….
Columbia Valley RCMP Report
By Sgt. Bob Vatamaniuck During the past week Columbia Valley RCMP responded to about 70 calls for service. The following is a small but interesting sample…
Please report wildlife issues to province: City
City of Cranbrook residents are reminded that if you see or have issues with any wildlife, please call the Provincial RAPP line to report it…
Celebrate Valley style June 30
Letter to the Editor The Kinsmen Club of Windermere Valley has hosted the Columbia Valley’s annual Canada Day fireworks for over 20 years and folks…
College celebrates annual Convocation
College of the Rockies President and CEO David Walls, presided over the college’s 41st convocation ceremony on Friday, June 2. Student representative, Seamus Damstrom, addressed…
Beloved astronaut coming as keynote speaker
Canadian astronaut Colonel Chris Hadfield thrives in change. He became an astronaut in 1992 and went on to become the first Canadian to walk in…