Submitted by Wildsight What’s in that dust drifting off coal mines in the Elk Valley? That’s a question Wyatt Petryshen, Wildsight’s mining policy and impacts…
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Two arrested after stolen truck tracked down
On March 23 at 6:15 a.m., a complainant reported a company work truck stolen from the Elkview Mine site near Elkford. The complainant contacted RCMP…
AKBLG 2018 a resounding success
By Mary Giuliano The 85th annual Association of Kootenay and Boundary Local Governments (AKBLG) conference was held in Fernie last month. Beginning with a pre-convention…
Sparwood Council Facts
The following is a synopsis of what occurred during the Dec. 5 District of Sparwood council meeting. Delegation Canadian Pacific Railway – Licence of Occupation…
3 facts you need to know
About a new life for Elkview Mine By Bill Bennett Kootenay East MLA 1. Elkview Mine needs access to new coal to keep the mine…
Elk River crossing erosion mitigation project
As part of a planned project that will help ensure the continued safe and reliable delivery of natural gas in the Sparwood area, FortisBC will…
Elkview Mine Best Written at Smithers
B.C. Mine Rescue teams battle for top spot in Smithers Following a grueling day of intense competition, three dedicated B.C. mine rescue teams claimed victory…
Sparwood Council Facts
The following is a break down as to what occurred during the Feb. 2 District of Sparwood council meeting. Elk Valley RCMP Detachment update Sergeant…