Fernie Fire and Emergency Services are currently on scene dealing with a gas leak in West Fernie. Six homes on Beaver Street have been evacuated,…
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Fernie Council Connection
The following is a synopsis of what occurred during the April 24 City of Fernie council meeting. 1. PETITION’S AND DELEGATIONS 1.1 Mayor’s Poetry Challenge:…
9.8% tax increase coming for Columbia Valley
RDEK approves 5-Year Financial Plan The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) has adopted its Financial Plan for the years 2017 – 2021. The 2017…
2016 RDEK board highlights
By Rob C. Gay 2016 was another dynamic year at the Regional District of East Kootenay and looking back, there are several highlights. In May,…
RDEK Board Highlights
The following is a synopsis of some of the matters handled by the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board of directors Dec. 2. West…
Road resurfacing work awarded
Users of Highway 3 will enjoy a safer, smoother journey thanks to a road resurfacing project that will soon be underway between Fernie and the…
Fernie launches $65,000 community fund
A permanent $65,000 endowment fund benefiting Fernie and area has been launched through the generous donations and the commitment of Fernie community members. The Fernie…
Former MP seeking Kootenay East Liberal nomination
Former Kootenay-Columbia MP David Wilks has announced he will seek the Kootenay East BC Liberal candidacy. “After careful consideration and consultation with family, friends and…
You need to love your community
Mayor’s update By Mayor Mary Giuliano Participating Poets in the Poetry challenge were, Sienna Longo from The Fernie Academy, Devon MacGregor from Isabella Dicken Elementary School and Mary…
Moose sightings reported in Fernie
Moose sightings have been reported in James White Park and in West Fernie, reports WildSafeBC. Bear sightings were also reported in Fernie earlier in the…