Five years after virtual bail hearings began as a pilot project in northern B.C., they are now used throughout the province. Before virtual bail, people…
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FIFA World Cup June 27 Cranbrook event details
The FIFA World Cup 2026 hits Cranbrook, Saturday, 27 June, as Canada Celebrates brings a high-energy, one-day event to the grounds of Balment Park. Hosted…
Ground broken for Everwild Fernie Resort
Fernie’s tourism picture is shining brighter following a groundbreaking ceremony Monday, June 22 for Everwild Fernie Resort, a riverfront Nordic spa and boutique hotel set…
Canada Day celebrations set for Cranbrook
Come and celebrate Canada Day 2026 with us – Wednesday, July 1 from noon to 6 p.m. at Rotary Park! It promises to be an…
Stage 2 water restrictions coming to Kimberley
To help conserve our water supply during the summer months, Stage 2 water restrictions will come into effect on July 2. These restrictions include limits…
New CDFL capability helps rescue injured skier
On Sunday, June 21, Columbia Valley Search and Rescue (CVSAR) was called to provide mutual aid to Kimberley Search & Rescue to assist with the…
Fun Field Festival in Wardner July 3 to 5
The Fun Field Festival is taking place during the July 3–5 weekend in Wardner. And organizers are looking for some volunteers. Volunteers help create a…
Public Produce Garden stand opening June 26
We’re excited to officially open the new farm stand at the Cranbrook Public Produce Garden! Come celebrate this exciting addition to our community garden, explore…
City a hub for chronic and repeat offender initiatives
The B.C. government is providing additional support to the City of Cranbrook to combat repetitive crime, with an announcement that the city is now included…
Emerging at ease from the spell
Kootenay Crust by Ian Cobb Op-Ed Commentary It’s been a little over one month since we received our occupancy permit from the Regional District of…