Environment Canada this afternoon issued a (yellow watch) severe thunderstorm alert for most of East Kootenay. “Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms…
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Funding approved for emergency repair at WFP
City of Cranbrook council July 13 approved an emergency repair to Compressor 1 in Western Financial Place (WFP), with costs not to exceed $145,000. Compressor…
Still time to register for 11th annual Gran Fondo
On Saturday, September 12, riders from across the region and beyond will come together for the 11th annual Kootenay Rockies Gran Fondo, and the start…
B.C. urges focus on water conservation
Early action needed as drought, water-scarcity risks increase throughout B.C. The B.C. government is urging people across the province to conserve water over the coming…
Wardner frolics during third Fun Field Festival
By Andrew Mayes Wardner hosted the third annual Fun Field Festival on the first weekend in July (3 to 5). Over three days, the family-friendly…
Bootleg Gap tourney boosts Hospice Society coffers
On Saturday, July 4, Bootleg Gap proudly hosted our sixth annual Founder Members Tournament. Thanks to the generosity of our participants, all tournament entry fees,…
BCHC teams up with PJHL
The British Columbia Hockey Conference (BCHC) and the Pacific Junior Hockey League (PJHL), in partnership with BC Hockey, are pleased to announce the implementation of…
District addresses discoloured water
By District of Invermere We’ve seen questions and concerns regarding discoloured tap water following yesterday’s fire response and want to provide some factual information. The…
RDEK seeking election officials
As it begins to prepare for the General Local Elections this fall, the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) is hoping to hear from residents…
Pancake Breakfast this Sunday to aid Pipe Band
Hey Cranbrook and Kimberley residents and visitors, why not start your Sunday (July 19) with a delicious pancake breakfast and help support the Kimberley Pipe…