The East Kootenay Regional Hospital (EKRH) is Interior Health’s fourth and newest clinical research site thanks in part to the efforts of Dr. Denise Jaworsky,…
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BC Hydro preparing for impacts of drought
After a multi-year drought in in B.C., BC Hydro is encouraging customers to be prepared for weather-related power outages caused by drought-weakened trees and other…
The Art of Healing and Transformation
You’re warmly invited to an inspiring celebration of Creston-based ceramic artist Andrea Revoy and the healing power of creativity. In her small but mighty exhibit,…
CFKR’s Fernie Community Fund boosted
The Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies (CFKR) gratefully acknowledges the generous donation of $2,894.92 from Ryan Frazer, Re/Max Elk Valley Realty, to CFKR’s Fernie…
Fall’s arrival leads to Oct. 1 winter tire requirement
Whether driving for work or pleasure, crash risk increases as season changes Even though we’re only a week into fall, it’s not too early to…
When is tax not a dirty word?
Letter to the Editor I can always tell when a provincial or federal election is pending. We begin to hear political parties promising new policies that…
EVlution directive moves forward with Fernie’s approval
By Erin Knutson At a recent council meeting, the City of Fernie agreed to move forward with a letter supporting a lease and service agreement…
Empowering cultural safety and working to transform end-of-life care
Jared Basil, a Yaqan Nukiy community member of the Ktunaxa Nation, is a leader in cultural safety education and healthcare transformation. As a steering committee…
Rockies cool Heat and rake Leafs to keep rolling
By Stephanie Stevens The Heat were lukewarm and the Leafs were left blowing in the wind. The Columbia Valley Rockies tallied another four points last…
JCI Kootenay hosting All Candidates Forum October 7
JCI Kootenay is inviting residents of the City of Cranbrook to come out and attend an all-candidates forum for the upcoming municipal election. Proudly hosted…