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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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Sewer trunk reconstruction starts Monday

Cranbrook drivers can expect some traffic disruptions on Victoria Avenue starting next week. 

Library sees small decrease in users after hours reduction

The Cranbrook Public Library has noticed a small drop in users after some cost saving measures were conducted in May. 

191 short term re licenses issued in Invermere

Since adopting short term rental regulations last year, Invermere has issued 191 STR business licenses. 

Elk Valley RCMP investigating daycare damage

The Elk Valley RCMP is looking for the driver responsible for causing damage to the Curious Cubs Daycare.

City appealing WorkSafeBC fine

The City of Cranbrook is appealing a WorkSafeBC decision alleging a couple of issues during a recent monster truck event at the Western Financial Place. 

Crews removing brush piles along Rails to Trails

Cranbrook public works will be chipping and removing brush piles along the entirety of the Rails to Trails. 

Top of the World Provincial Park remains closed

The Top of the World Provincial Park is still closed to the public due to last years wildfire. 

Sparwood water looping project continues

Sparwood residents will see some impacts as the Lions Park Water Looping project continues through the summer. 

Fernie cracking down on illegal campfires

Get your campfire permit or be prepared to pay up.

Sparwood changes insurance requirements for events

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

Bowen Byram trade? GM says maybe

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

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

Fourth place finish for Cranbrook rower

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

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

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

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

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