DTSS teacher sexual exploitation investigation updated
In January 2024, Columbia Valley RCMP initiated an investigation following allegations that a teacher at David Thompson Secondary School (DTSS) in Invermere had engaged in...
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Two wildfires out-of-control in region
BC Wildfire Service this afternoon (August 21) reports two wildfires burning out-of-control in the East Kootenay – both in the Columbia Valley area. The Jumbo...
Edgewater Broadband Project consent to begin
The team from Cyprus Land Services will be in Edgewater starting Monday, August 24 as work continues on the Edgewater Broadband Project. Through the project,...
Elkford All Candidates Forum October 7
The Elkford Chamber of Commerce is pleased to host the 2026 Municipal Election All Candidates Forum on October 7, from 7 – 9 p.m. at...
Local officers recognized with prestigious award
Cranbrook RCMP is proud to recognize Constable Hanna and Constable Henneberry as recipients of this year’s Alexa Award, a distinguished road safety honour that recognizes police officers...
Petition circulating opposing Dicken Road detour
Some issues divide communities. Some issues bond them. It doesn’t seem to matter what side of the societal fence one stands, there is firm opposition...
Monster announcement
The Monster Truck is returning to the Fernie Lions Club Demolition Derby! Last year, Sheer Insanity tore up the arena. This year, driver Jason Court...
Sparwood Council Facts
The following is a synopsis of what occurred during the August 18 District of Sparwood council meeting. BYLAWS Traffic Regulations Bylaw No. 1346, 2026 Council...
Gas leak prompts tactical evacuation
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) this afternoon reported there is a tactical evacuation underway of six homes in the 6700 block of Rosen...
Nominations open for Business Excellence Awards
The time has come to once again celebrate business in the Columbia Valley! This year marks the 27th time that the Columbia Valley Chamber of...
Locals to be enshrined in Canadian Ski Hall of Fame
Heiko and Linda Socher, keystones of the Elk Valley skiing culture, have been installed in the Canadian Ski Hall of Fame. The Canadian Ski Hall...
Rural transfer station plan open for public review
Following a detailed service review, public survey, series of workshops with, and input from the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) Board, the DRAFT Rural...
Obituary of Hans Juergen BUEHRING
Hans Juergen BUEHRING October 25, 1940 ~ August 10, 2026 (age 85) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Hans Juergen Buehring, affectionately known...
Obituary of Jacqueline Diane O’Bryan
Jacqueline Diane O’Bryan With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our loving mother, “Nana J,” on August 10, 2026. Jacqueline was born in Revelstoke...
Repair work closes spray park and washrooms
The City of Kimberley this morning (August 20) reported that due to an unexpected sanitary main repair in the Rotary Park area, the spray park...
New Officer-in-Charge for Cranbrook Detachment
The Southeast District RCMP is pleased to announce that Staff Sergeant Rob Hughes has been promoted and commissioned to the rank of Inspector and selected as the...
Notice of Nomination provided for 2026 election
The Chief Election Officer for the City of Cranbrook has provided official Notice of Nomination for the 2026 General Local Election. Nominations will be received...
Wildfire smoke drifting back into region
Environment Canada today (August 19) issued a yellow air quality alert that covers the entire East Kootenay and Creston area. The region will be impacted,...