Effective today, Thursday July 30, at 12 p.m. MT, a park-wide fire ban will be implemented in Kootenay National Park. This expands on the fire…
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BCHC releases 2026-27 season information
The British Columbia Hockey Conference (BCHC) has officially released the regular season schedule, divisional alignment and playoff format for its inaugural 2026-27 Junior A season….
Stay safe during B.C. Day long weekend
Be prepared, check fire restrictions and road conditions As people prepare for the B.C. Day long weekend, the provincial government is asking for safety and…
Thrash Wrestling returning to Cranbrook
In 2022, Thrash Wrestling debuted in the Kootenays and had an overwhelmingly successful event with a packed house. Since then, TW has appeared in Nelson,…
Fernie receives $7 million for fire hall replacement
The City of Fernie is receiving $7 million through the Strategic Priorities Fund. This federally funded program supports infrastructure projects that are beyond the capacity…
Homebound Service aided by Cranbrook Library Friends
With a generation donation from the Friends of the Cranbrook Public Library, the Cranbrook Public Library has new tote bag for our patrons that use…
KDCF presents annual funds to city
The Kimberley & District Community Foundation (KDCF) was pleased to present the annual cheque to the City of Kimberley from the BC Winter Games Legacy…
Alberta man drowns in Lake Koocanusa
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…
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…