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 cracking down on illegal campfires

City of Fernie Josiah Spyker - July 4, 2025

Get your campfire permit or be prepared to pay up.

Sparwood changes insurance requirements for events

M.D. of Sparwood Josiah Spyker - July 4, 2025

The District of Sparwood has updated its liability insurance policy to better cover the district.

Bowen Byram trade? GM says maybe

Hockey Josiah Spyker - July 4, 2025

Bowen Byram's future with the Buffalo Sabres could be in jeopardy as the team weights, possible trades, contracts and offer sheets.

Rotary Park playground project delayed

City of Kimberley Josiah Spyker - July 3, 2025

Kimberley's Rotary Park playground project has been halted until further notice.

Fourth place finish for Cranbrook rower

Sports Josiah Spyker - July 3, 2025

Cranbrook rower Katie Clark is back from the 2025 World Rowing Cup with a fourth place finish in Lucerne, Switzerland.

RCMP investigating property crime uptick

Crime Josiah Spyker - July 3, 2025

The Cranbrook RCMP has their work cut out for them with a recent increase in property crime across the community.

Fernie looks to improve permit process

City of Fernie Josiah Spyker - July 2, 2025

The City of Fernie is looking to revamp its permitting process after feedback from the building and development community.

Two arrested in relation to Elk Valley break and enter

Crime Josiah Spyker - July 2, 2025

The Elk Valley RCMP has arrested two men from Alberta following a break and enter investigation.

Water advisory in effect for Timber Ridge

RDEK Josiah Spyker - July 2, 2025

The RDEK has issued a water quality advisory for Timber Ridge and a portion of the East Side Water System.

Tie Lake FireSmart event set for this Saturday

RDEK Josiah Spyker - July 2, 2025

Residents of the Tie Lake #7 FireSmart group will have the chance to ask questions and learn more about fire resiliency at an upcoming event.

RCMP breaks up weekend donnybrook

Crime Josiah Spyker - July 2, 2025

Kimberley and Cranbrook RCMP broke up a fight at a crowded campground north of Lazy Lake.

Ball diamond upgrades needed as user base grows

City of Fernie Josiah Spyker - June 27, 2025

With more kids playing baseball in Fernie, adult users are getting pushed out unless upgrades happen.

City renews BC Transit operating agreement

City of Cranbrook Josiah Spyker - June 27, 2025

Cranbrook council has approved the 2025/2026 Annual Operating Agreement with BC Transit.

Fernie road work to impact traffic

City of Fernie Josiah Spyker - June 27, 2025

Residents are being warned to expect detours and delays as road works to a section of Canyon Trail and Cedar Avenue in Fernie are slated to start on July 2.