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Investing in the Elk Valley

EVR and Tourism Fernie announce $200,000 dona6on to Tourism Fernie Society suppor6ng sustainable tourism & recrea6on ini6a6ves in the Elk Valley

EKFH Better Together Campaign is supporting JoeAnna’s House expansion

The East Kootenay Foundation for Health is partnering with health foundations across the Southern Interior to raise funds for the expansion of JoeAnna’s House in Kelowna this fall.

More Shaikh Al Kar products recalled in B.C. due to salmonella

A recall of Shaikh Al Kar products due to possible salmonella contamination is expanding in British Columbia. 

B.C. declares meat inspectors essential amid public service strike

Provincial meat inspectors have been classified as essential workers amid an escalated strike by B.C. public service workers. 

Small business group says B.C. regional districts need to reign in spending

A report from a small business advocacy group finds spending among regional districts in British Columbia is growing faster than key economic measures. 

Cops for Kids headed for the Kootenays

A milestone year is underway as 23 law enforcement cyclists and support crew hit the road for the 25th annual Cops for Kids Ride,Thomas Alan Budd Foundation,

Ostrich farm owner, citing sources, says CFIA cull imminent

Edgewood farm received word from a high-ranking government source: the Canadian Food Inspection Agency is preparing to move on their ostrich farm for a cull within days, not weeks.

Updated: Area restriction expanded for the Silver Basin area

As BC Wildfire Service continues to respond to the Silver Basin wildfire, the area is now restricted, effective immediately.

Back-to-school means back to safety

As students across Kootenays prepare to return to school, the local RCMP is reminding drivers to slow down, stay alert, and prioritize safety in school zones.

Hometown for Hunger’s 10th Anniversary fundraiser this Wednesday

Denham Ford and the Community Foundation of the Kootenay Rockies (CFKR) are celebrating the 10th anniversary of their popular Hometown for Hunger fundraiser on Wednesday.

RCMP looking for Stolen Nissan Pathfinder

Cranbrook RCMP is urging the public to keep an eye out for a stolen 2003 Nissan Pathfinder, B.C. License plate VT769V.

Police searching for stolen golf cart and utility vehicle

Have you seen this stolen Yamaha Utility Vehicle & Golf Cart?

Motorcyclist falls down steep embankment

A motorcyclist has had a lucky escape after hitting gravel and falling down a steep embankment on Wardner Fort Steel Road this morning.

Be prepared, stay safe this B.C. Day long weekend

As the B.C. Day long weekend approaches, people are encouraged to stay informed about wildfire conditions, be prepared and plan travel.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued in East and West Kootenay

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for both the East and West Kootenay. 

EVR and Elk Valley Field House Society announce $1 million donation towards a new community field house in Fernie

EVR and the Elk Valley Field House Society today announced a $1 million donation to support the design and construction of a new recreational facility in Fernie.

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