No immigration program coming to valley
The Columbia Valley will not be part of a federal immigration pilot program making it easier for local businesses to help employees become permanent Canadian residents.
Category: Local News
Chef says farewell to Bistro restaurant
It’s the final chapter for an iconic restaurant in Invermere, but like they say, when one door closes, another opens.
Edgewater man prepares for daunting trek across Hudson Bay
A man has been trudging along the streets of Edgewater throughout the fall and winter months harnessed to a heavy set of tires.
Budget meeting to become showcase
The District of Invermere will hold its annual budget open house this week (January 9, 5-7 p.m. at Columbia Valley Centre), giving the public a chance to get information on and ask questions about finances for the coming year.
Ultrasound service coming to Invermere hospital
A big fundraising drive has begun to bring ultrasound service to Invermere and District Hospital.
Local woman indicted in MVA deaths
Charges have been laid in the deaths of three individuals stemming from a motor vehicle accident in Wilmer six months ago.
Vehicle collides with police
An oncoming vehicle lost control, crossed left of centre and struck the police vehicle.
Yellow Bin phase-out timeline adjusted
The RDEK has adjusted its phase-out timeline for the Yellow Bin program.
Contract awarded for new project at landfill
A new project is in the works at the Columbia Valley Landfill.
Recent cougar activity normal in valley
There have been several cougar sightings in recent weeks in the Columbia Valley, but local wildlife officials say this is typical in winter, and there is no risk to people.
Bird count nets ‘impressive’ results
The count is in, and it looks like good news for the bird kingdom in the Columbia Valley.
Wildlife federation urges continued action on CWD
New cases of chronic wasting disease (CWD) are worrying the BC Wildlife Federation (BCWF), which is urging continued action to fight the infection among deer in the Kootenay region.
RDEK chair reflects on past year, looks ahead to new one
Rob Gay doesn’t own a crystal ball, but the RDEK chair is anticipating another busy year in 2025 as he reflects on the board’s accomplishments in 2024.
RDEK recognizes firefighters’ dedication
An Okanagan fire chief who dragged an unconscious boy out of a burning RV years ago was asked by a reporter why he risked his own safety to do that at the spur of the moment without protective gear
“It’s my job; it’s what I do,” he said without hesitation.
Youth win legion contest for essay, poster
The Royal Canadian Legion (Windermere district) has recognized a couple of students from David Thompson Secondary School for their writing and artistic talents.
Book binder turns passion into business
What do you need to make magic? A needle and thread, a paintbrush, glue, a pit of patience and an eye for exacting detail.
The magic in question is the craft — make that the art — of bookbinding.
Realtor in her ‘happy place’
If, like many people, you’re thinking of buying a home in the Columbia Valley because of the unparalleled outdoor lifestyle here, the valley’s newest Realtor® Megan Arn speaks your language.
Family launches grocery delivery business
The dreaded Costco run is familiar to many Columbia Valley residents. Wholesale prices on bulk quantities of frozen and canned goods, toilet paper and more are certainly appealing. But what’s not appealing is wasting a whole day (not to mention a full tank of gas or two) on the round-trip drive to Calgary and back.
Motorist dies in highway collision
A motorist involved in a collision with a semi-truck and trailer on Highway 93 on Monday died at the scene, according to police.
RDEK encourages holiday waste reduction
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) is encouraging residents to be mindful of waste during the holiday season.
