Those driving through Kootenay National Park on Highway 93 will be aware of a new wildfire that is being reported by the BC Wildfire Service…
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Obituary for Leno VOLPATTI
Leno VOLPATTI February 3, 1922 – June 28, 2017 Leno “Guchy” Volpatti passed away peacefully at Rocky Mountain Village on June 28th, 2017 at the…
How to donate to B.C. wildfire recovery efforts
Letter to the Editor The B.C. government recognizes the overwhelming generosity of British Columbians and the various organizations who are pulling together to help those…
Alpine Photography Workshop at Boulder Hut
Boulder Hut is one of British Columbia’s original backcountry lodges. Nestled at tree line (2,000m, 6,500’) with soaring peaks overhead, the Boulder Hut is home to striking vistas, a clear night…
PM undermined peoples’ trust in government
Submitted by Fair Vote Canada Justin Trudeau says: “I wasn’t going to use my majority” but that’s exactly what he did! Voters understand that changing…
Seniors, EKCCU fund junior golf
The East Kootenay Credit Union recently made a donation to the Tony Servello Seniors Open Golf Tournament, which helps fund junior golf programs in Fernie….
Local making the most of a second chance at life
Competing on a world stage never crossed her mind but for Cranbrook resident Heather Hockley that is exactly what happened. While most Canadians enjoyed fireworks…
Council urged to consider smoke-free community
What happened at Invermere council this week? By Carol Gordon The regular meeting of the District of Invermere Council was held on July 11 at…
Commendations for Spring Honda Fun Run
On July 11, ALS Society of BC Executive Director Wendy Toyer recognized local ALS fundraiser – the Spring Honda Fun Run. Local volunteers of the Spring…
COTR students raise pavilion at Idlewild
Students from the College of the Rockies’ carpentry program begin raising the new timber frame pavilion at Idlewild Park. The structure was built by the…