Multiple lightning strikes are responsible for a new cluster of wildfires burning in the South Country of the East Kootenay today (July 13). BC Wildfire…
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Fire Centre keeping abreast of wildfires in region
Two new wildfires are being reported in the East Kootenay by BC Wildfire Service today (July 12). One is located in Britt Creek, on the…
Fernie coach drives positive mental health discussions
By Emanuel Sequeira Thomas Skelton is impressed that he was able to finish his MindRight Ride for Mental Health. He applauds everyone for getting on board to…
Elk Valley Regional Park Plan draft open for comment
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) is seeking comment on the draft Elk Valley Regional Parks Management Plan. “We are currently working on a…
Reuse Centres set to reopen early July
After being closed since spring of 2020, the Regional District of East Kootenay’s (RDEK) Reuse Centres are set to open in early July. “These centres…
EKC supports outdoor learning in the East Kootenay
Jaffray Elementary School students enjoying outdoor education. Taking students outside to learn is more important than ever, not just for reducing potential transmission but also…
Businesses team up to recycle contact lens materials
More and more individuals have begun to transition from eyeglasses to contact lenses, resulting in over 290 million contact lenses in Canadian landfills each year….
Elk Valley RCMP Report
By A/Cpl Debra Katerenchuk Elk Valley RCMP Detachment media report contain details of investigations into theft of tools, theft and vandalism of traffic signs, flight…
FortisBC renews major project works in region
FortisBC will soon begin its second year of construction on a major project in several East Kootenay communities. The company is returning to work in…
Fire reported north of Elkford
The BC Wildfire Service reports there is a wildfire burning about 40 km north of Elkford, in the Weary Creek area, just west of the…