Layne Gallant

Layne is beginning her broadcast journalism career and joined Vista Radio in 2025. She grew up in Saskatoon and graduated from the Radio and Television Broadcasting program at Western Academy Broadcasting College in June 2025. She moved to Cranbrook in fall 2025. She is a lifelong animal lover, especially cats, and has a background in competitive dance. She is excited to call Cranbrook home and get to know the community.
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End of the line for Cranbrooks rail car troubles

City of Cranbrook Layne Gallant -
A long-term blight in Cranbrook has officially been shipped off.

Winter season is arriving with snow in the Elk Valley this weekend

Road Report Layne Gallant -
Fall and Summer driving is officially coming to an end with snow expected this weekend.

Invermere starts work on new multi-use pathway

M.D. of Invermere Layne Gallant -
The District of Invermere is excited to announce construction for a new multi-use pathway on 5th Street is underway. 

Cranbrook graffiti bylaw violations can now result in a $150 fine

City of Cranbrook Layne Gallant -
The City of Cranbrook can now issue $150 tickets for violations of its graffiti rules.

Cranbrook firefighters snuff out early morning restaurant fire

Fire Layne Gallant -
Cranbrook Fire & Emergency Services responded to a fire in a restaurant early Wednesday morning. 

Matthew Creek area no longer has restricted access

Wildfires Layne Gallant -
As of noon today the Matthew Creek area restriction has been lifted.

RDEK asks residents to help guide future emergency managment

RDEK Layne Gallant -
East Kootenay residents can help shape local climate emergency plans by filling out a public survey before October 25, 2026.

Yet another delay in reopening the Elkford Aquatic Centre

M.D. of Elkford Layne Gallant -
There has been a delay in the reopening of the Elkford Aquatic Centre. 

BC Highway Patrol seeks witnesses after fatal Kootenay National Park crash

Crime Layne Gallant -
A fatal vehicle collision in Kootenay National Park has resulted in the BC Highway Patrol looking into liquor establishments in Banff, Alberta. 

Overnight closure on part of Victoria Avenue happening Tuesday

City of Cranbrook Layne Gallant -
Part of Victoria Avenue in Cranbrook will be closed overnight from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. tomorrow, October 6.

Cranbrook RCMP receive reports of election signs being vandalized

City of Cranbrook Layne Gallant -
The city of Cranbrook urges the community to "do better" after reports of destruction to election signs for the upcoming municipal election. 

BC’s Independent Investigations Office look into death in Fernie

City of Fernie Layne Gallant -
The death of a man found in Fernie’s Elk River this past July has prompted an investigation by the Independent Investigations Office (IIO) of BC.

Kimberley joins RDEK on grant application to improve ESS services

City of Kimberley Layne Gallant -
The city of Kimberley is partnering with the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) on a joint grant application to strengthen emergency support services across the East Kootenay. 

Cranbrook councillor Lynnette Wray enters mayoral race

Elections Layne Gallant -
City councillor Lynnette Wray has announced her intention to run for mayor of Cranbrook in the fall 2026 municipal election.

Cranbrook residents urged to have voting plan prior to municipal election

2026 Municipal Election Layne Gallant -
As general municipal elections are approaching, the city of Cranbrook is urging residents to have a voting plan. 

Cranbrook man sentenced to five years on drug, firearms charges

Crime Layne Gallant -
Sean Richard Dansereau has been sentenced to five years in prison after pleading guilty to four drug and firearms offences in Cranbrook.
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