On July 25, Elk Valley RCMP frontline officers responded to a report of a drowning on Lake Koocanusa. Initial information indicated that a 63-year-old man from Alberta…
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Input sought on natural resource tribunal improvements
People in British Columbia are invited to provide feedback on proposed improvements to the province’s natural resource appeals process. The province has launched public engagement…
Applications open for EVFS rental units in Sparwood
The Elk Valley Family Society (EVFS) is now accepting applications for Timber’s Landing Phase 2, a new rental housing development located at 441 Pine Avenue…
Elk Valley RCMP warn of current ticket scam
Elk Valley RCMP want to advise our communities about scams occurring recently to people living in the Elk Valley area. Scammers are sending out messages…
Sparwood Council Facts
The following is a synopsis of what occurred during the July 21 District of Sparwood council meeting. BYLAW Fire Services Amendment Bylaw No. 1375, 2026…
Terry Fox Community Run to be hosted in Fernie
By Erin Knutson The Terry Fox Community Run is slated to arrive in Fernie on Sept. 20, with the unanimous support of city council. The…
Brett Brett Baltac Boat Concert August 1
A truly unique Columbia Valley annual event returns August 1 – the Brett Brett Baltac Boat Concert. Hosted by W. Brett Wilson, this on-the-water concert…
July has been busy for CVSAR
July has been an active month for Columbia Valley Search and Rescue, with our volunteers responding to a number of incidents throughout the region. July…
EVR helps FSAR enhance helicopter rescue capability
Elk Valley Resources (EVR) and Fernie Search and Rescue (FSAR) July 28 announced a $100,000 donation by EVR to support the replacement of FSAR’s Class-D…
At the Library
By Mike Selby Cranbrook Public Library The Summer Reading Club has begun! You can register anytime over the summer—just visit the Library to get started. …