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Hiker rescued after falling
A solo hiker sustained injuries after a trip and fall and required rescuing on Wednesday night.
EVR donates more than $700k in support of local trail networks
Elk Valley Resources has announced it is providing more than $700,000 in funding to enhance and grow the non-motorized, multi-use trail network in the Elk Valley and Crowsnest Pass.
Fernie Pride Society Donates Rainbow Bench to Fernie
Fernie Pride Society has donated the third of their four Rainbow Benches to the City of Fernie.
2nd annual Golden Gala returning in November
The Golden Hospital Gala is returning for a second year.
Ostrich farm granted temporary stay of CFIA Cull order: agency to remain at farm
The Universal Ostrich Farm in Edgewood was in a celebratory mood late Wednesday morning after owners learned the Supreme Court of Canada granted an interim stay of a cull ordered by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.
Cranbrook Tourism rebrands as Visit Cranbrook
Cranbrook Tourism is stepping into a bold new era with the launch of its new name and identity - Visit Cranbrook.
Kootenay JCI soars at National Convention
JCI Kootenay member, Jonah Gowans, has been sworn in as the National President for JCI Canada for 2026.
Cautious with campfires
With the cooler weather creeping in, many of us are gearing up to warm ourselves by the fire- but while Category 1 campfires are not currently prohibited, the Southeast Fire Centre is asking the public to remain cautious.
Do you know this liquid thief suspect?
The Cranbrook RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a male suspect involved in two alleged liquor thefts.
RCMP and CFIA convoy locks down ostrich farm, owners arrested
The owners of Universal Ostrich farm in Edgewood, BC were removed from the property and arrested by RCMP Tuesday afternoon.
Prescribed burn planned for Toby Benches area
Invermere, Wilmer, and the surrounding communities may be impacted by some smoke as early as Tuesday, with a prescribed burn in the Toby Benches area,
Convoy descends on ostrich farm, owners fear cull will proceed
A convoy that included members of the RCMP and Canadian Food Inspection Agency arrived in the early morning hours.
Smoke possible in Central Landfill area
The Regional District of East Kootenay is warning resident smoke may be visible in Central Landfill area, after a wood waste pile at the Central Subregion landfill started smoldering and generating smoke.
Cranbrook Public Library invites community to Postcard Writing Night
The Cranbrook Public Library is hosting a postcard writing event on Tuesday, September 23rd, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the library.
KORE to host annual Outdoor Rec-Tech Summit in Kimberley
The Kootenay Outdoor Recreation Enterprise is hosting the fourth annual Outdoor Summit this October at the Kimberley Alpine Resort’s Conference Centre.
Symphony of the Kootenays launches 50th anniversary season with “Magic & Mystery” concert featuring iconic movie scores
The Symphony of the Kootenays proudly opens its 50th Anniversary Season with a cinematic celebration of sound and storytelling.
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