Josiah Spyker
Josiah is an integral part of our East Kootenay team. Since joining Vista Radio in 2021, he has combined his love of community and sport in his reporting for the news team, while also stepping in as an on-air announcer.
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Fernie reminding residents of fall bike safety
The City of Fernie is urging residents to be extra cautious when biking as we move into the fall and winter.Â
New playground opened to the public
After years of fundraising, Kootenay Christian Academy has unveiled its new playground for both students and the community as a whole.Â
RDEK to look at helping with cost of Cranbrook’s social development coordinator position
The Regional District of East Kootenay board of directors will be weighing whether or not to help fund Cranbrook's social development coordinator position.Â
Edgewater info session set for Oct. 28
The RDEK is hosting a public information session ahead of a vote in the Edgewater and Spur Valley area.
Multi-level government meeting hoping to spark change
Local government officials will be meeting regularly to identify problems facing the area and how best to tackle them.Â
Fernie council approves variance for Montane Campground
Fernie city council has approved a development variance permit for the Montane Campground on Coal Creek Road.
Kimberley promotes accessible Halloween for all trick-or-treaters
The City of Kimberley is raising awareness about how to make Halloween more accessible.
Update: Stolen vehicle located
The Cranbrook RCMP is asking for the public's help in finding a stolen van.Â
Fernie infrastructure report shows more contributions likely needed
The City of Fernie has completed an updated integrated infrastructure capital plan and significant funds will be needed to address high priority projects.Â
OCP open houses coming soon
The RDEK will be hosting a series of open houses for the Rockyview official community plan.
Crews wrap up Phase 1 of St. Mary’s sanitary sewer upgrades
Construction crews have finished up work on Phase 1 of the St. Mary's sanitary sewer upgrades except for some paving work.Â
Kimberley RCMP report rise in calls
The Kimberley RCMP had 551 calls for service between July and September, an 11 per cent increase from the previous quarter.Â
Sparwood applying for more grant funds for waste water treatment plant
The District of Sparwood is applying to the UBCM strategic priorities fund looking to shore up more waste water treatment plant funding.Â
Congregate care apartment use approved by city
Cranbrook city council has approved a zoning amendment that would allow congregate care apartments in the C-4 zone along Victoria Avenue.
Police looking for stolen GMC
Police in Cranbrook are on the hunt for a stolen brown 1997 GMC Sierra pickup truck.Â
Sparwood updating rec fees
The District of Sparwood is overhauling its recreation fees and charges bylaw.
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