Letter to the Editor As the holiday season begins, I want to extend warm wishes on behalf of our government to everyone across British Columbia….
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SD5 Board Notes
The following is a summary of motions carried by the School District No. 5 (SD5) School Board of Trustees during their December 9 meeting. Motions…
Golf tourney raises $20k for hospice home
This year’s Opa Jack Carter Northstar GM Charity Golf Tournament on July 18 raised $20,110 in support of building a hospice home for the East…
Fuel reduction work coming to Wasa area
The Provincial Wildfire Risk Reduction Program (WRR) will soon be starting a new section of its fuel reduction project in the Wasa area. The work…
CVSAR recruiting new members
Columbia Valley Search and Rescue (CVSAR) is now taking applications for new members! If you are interested in joining the team and want to give…
Youngster donates allowance to EKFH
Thank you to Maya for donating her allowance to the East Kootenay Foundation for Health (EKFH) in support of her mom who works as a…
How to deal with old electronics
Electronics are always a big hit during the holidays! If your old devices still work, consider donating them to a local thrift store where they…
Pipe Band hosting Robbie Burns Night
Join the Kimberley Pipe Band for an unforgettable evening celebrating the life and spirit of Scotland’s beloved poet, Robert Burns on January 24 (2026) at…
Urging adventurers to stay avalanche aware
Avalanche Canada offers forecasts, training, tools to help people stay safe People planning to explore the backcountry this winter are encouraged to be mindful of…
Fernie and Kimberley stick in KIJHL Power Rankings
The Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) is pleased to announce its Power Rankings for Week 14. The Kamloops Storm defeated the Chase Heat 4-1…