The Cranbrook History Centre has seen a dramatic increase in break-ins targeting our historic rail collection. Between 2022 and 2025, we experienced four break-ins. In…
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MLA disappointed with school replacement timeline
Don’t hold your breath expecting an Amy Woodland Elementary School replacement coming sometime soon. Kootenay Rockies MLA Pete Davis recently shared a response to his…
Fare and service change coming for Kimberley transit
Kimberley BC Transit riders, a fare and service change is beginning June 29. Single rides will increase from $3 to $3.50, and a 10-ride ticket…
Selkirk Secondary students parade to graduation
Selkirk Secondary School Grade 12 students paraded to graduation through The Platzl Friday, June 12. Several hundred people – families, friends and community members –…
Lynnette Wray launches mayoral campaign
City of Cranbrook Councillor Lynnette Wray officially launched her 2026 mayoral campaign last night at the Ground Floor Coworking Space, with more than 50 city…
Sand Creek Lions recognized for wildfire mitigation efforts
The East Kootenay FireSmart Program is recognizing the Sand Creek Lions Club in Jaffray for its outstanding volunteer efforts to support FireSmart activities in the…
Woman arrested in Fernie for multiple offences
On June 12, Elk Valley RCMP frontline officers received a report from a community agency that a woman in Fernie was potentially in possession of…
Jaffray-Baynes Lake Farmer’s Market begins June 20
Yet another sign that summer is here! The Jaffray-Baynes Lake Farmers’ Market is gearing up for its 35th season! We invite you to come enjoy…
Battle of the Bravest proceeds delivered
Outside of the Sparwood Coal Miner Days activities this weekend, the Sparwood Fire Department was proud to present the cheques from the 2026 Battle of…
School bus laws reminder from Elk Valley RCMP
wants to remind motorists that you are required by law to stop for any school bus displaying flashing red lights and the stop sign. Drivers…