
Kimberley adopts Accessibility Plan with 'age-friendly' focus
Kimberley city council has signed off on a new plan intended to make the community more accessible, not just for seniors, but for residents of all age...
Aug 15, 2025

Nominations open for 2025 Fernie Business Excellence Awards
Nominations are now open for the 2025 Fernie Business Excellence Awards, recognizing local businesses, entrepreneurs, and community groups for their c...
Aug 15, 2025

Cranbrook RCMP seek missing bicycle stolen from hotel parking lot overnight
Police in Cranbrook are asking for the public's help in finding a missing bike stolen from the back of a car Wednesday night (Aug. 13). This morning (...
Aug 14, 2025

New shelter to open in Cranbrook, expanded services for the unhoused
A new long-term shelter for unhoused individuals will open later this month, replacing the temporary Travelodge facility created during the COVID-19 p...
Aug 14, 2025

Cranbrook police help woman found wandering in remote road
The RCMP in Cranbrook have been busy with a growing number of calls this summer, but one story has recently highlighted a different side of community ...
Aug 14, 2025

Second water shutdown planned for Forest Crowne area in Kimberley
Residents in one neighbourhood of Kimberley won't be getting any water again next week. A second total water shutdown has been planned for the Forest ...
Aug 14, 2025

Rock the Kootenays draws crowds, boosts local fundraising
Cranbrook's Rock the Kootenays music festival ran from August 8 to 10 at Western Financial Place, drawing in music fans for a weekend of Canadian perf...
Aug 13, 2025

Kimberley RCMP reports 30% more calls last quarter, expecting new detachment commander
RCMP in Kimberley had a few announcements to make at the last quarterly report to City Council on Monday (Aug. 11). Acting commander Cpl. Dean Kletzel...
Aug 13, 2025

Cranbrook RCMP recover stolen ATV stashed in bushes near Joseph Creek
Mounties in Cranbrook are touting the quick, successful recovery of a stolen ATV this week. On August 10, the RCMP received a report about a theft tha...
Aug 13, 2025

East Kootenay athletes making mark at 2025 Canada Summer Games
Several East Kootenay athletes are competing at the 2025 Canada Games in St. John's and are reportedly already making their mark. On Tuesday (Aug. 12)...
Aug 13, 2025




