Kate Brown

Kate is a proud mom of two with a wealth of journalism, media and communications experience. Born in Australia, Kate moved to the Kootenays for a change in lifestyle and now spends her days enjoying the mountains, lakes and activities the region has to offer.

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Sparwood vehicle fire alleged arson

Crime Kate Brown - August 12, 2025

Elk Valley RCMP is on the lookout for an alleged arsonist after a park vehicle went up in flames in Sparwood on Sunday morning

Temporary 4-Way Stop installed at Baker Street and 10th Avenue S intersection

Transit Kate Brown - August 12, 2025

A temporary 4-way stop has been installed at the intersection of Baker Street and 10th Avenue S after recent electrical damage to the traffic lights.

Updated: Stolen vehicle located

Crime Kate Brown - August 11, 2025

Police are on the lookout for a stolen 2019 white Honda CRV with a roof rack and BC license plate KR203X.

Police on the look out for stolen Polaris

Crime Kate Brown - August 4, 2025

Cranbrook RCMP are asking the public for any information regarding a theft of a 2021 White POLARIS Razor Side by side, BC License plate 5D8007.

Elk Valley under severe thunderstorm warning

Weather Kate Brown - July 30, 2025

Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the Elk Valley.

Cranbrook RCMP seek information on motor vehicle incident after driver flees the scene

Crime Kate Brown - July 29, 2025

Cranbrook RCMP is appealing to the public for information in relation to a two-vehicle collision on July 28.

Have you seen this bike?

Crime Kate Brown - July 26, 2025

Cranbrook RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance to locate a stole lime green Ironhorse 24 speed Mountain Bike which was taken from Rotary Park.

Tool theft caught on video

Crime Kate Brown - July 25, 2025

Cranbrook RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the individual responsible for the theft of over $4,000.00 worth of Milwaukee tools.

Prank calls are no joke

RCMP Kate Brown - July 25, 2025

Elk Valley RCMP were calling on parents to check their kids after the Southeast 911 dispatch reported nearly 200 prank 911 calls coming from the Sparwood area yesterday.