By Peter Christensen Op-Ed Commentary Zoey was a yearling, a “wildy,” a horse that was born in the bush under no brand. She wandered onto…
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International Dark Sky Week 2026
By Dan Hicks Celebrating International Dark Sky Week (April 13 to 20), I ordered the newly issued young readers’ book “Who Hid the Stars –…
Edgewater fibre optic work ready to go
Construction is set to begin on a new fibre optic network in Edgewater this week. “There are a couple of different stages to the project,”…
Wood Lane watermain replacement set to begin
Residents and visitors in Windermere may notice some new safety signage in place as the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) prepares for construction on…
Water Quality Advisory for Invermere
As of April 15, the District of Invermere has issued a Water Quality Advisory (WQA) for all areas within the district due to a UV…
Rockies’ Godley named Most Sportsmanlike Player
This week the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) will announce its Overall Award winners for on-ice excellence: Most Valuable Player, Top Scorer, Top Defenceman,…
Adventure Tourism Hub aims to streamline permitting
The Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship recently announced a new Adventure Tourism Hub with the goal of streamlining permitting process and making it…
Intense flurries warning issued for region
Environment Canada this afternoon issued a Special Weather Statement warning of the potential for sudden and intense flurries tonight across the East Kootenay. “Rain this…
Building a strong Canada means not leaving people behind
By Krista Carr As many people in Canada gathered around their tables this past Easter weekend, sharing warm meals with family and friends, there is…
Melissa Ethridge and 54.40 coming to Invermere
Legendary rocker Melissa Ethridge will be performing in Invermere this July with special guests 54.40. Get ready for a night of gritty anthems, massive sing-alongs,…