MLA shows support for Moose Hide
“It’s heartbreaking,” said Doug Clovechok, a father and MLA of Columbia River-Revelstoke, whenever he hears the news about murdered Indigenous men, women, and children every day.
Category: Local News
Angel Flight seeks volunteer pilots
The provincial government recently announced funding for Angel Flight East Kootenay (AFEK), which will help keep the volunteer-operated nonprofit organization stay aloft for the next few years. But AFEK saw demand for its services soar last year, and is looking for more volunteer pilots to join its team.
Grants in aid approved
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) has approved a number of grants in aid for some worthy projects in the valley.
DTSS to get new art room
David Thompson Secondary School (DTSS) will be getting a new art room thanks to an expansion by College of the Rockies’ Invermere campus.
SAR crews kept busy
Columbia Valley Search and Rescue (CVSAR) has been kept busy with recent call-outs.
Mitchell Ridge wildfire ‘held’ at 288 hectares
Parks Canada reports that the Mitchell Ridge wildfire is being “held” at 288 hectares.
Tourism Radium steps away from chamber role to focus solely on marketing
Tourism Radium will go forward as an official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO), and step away from operating as a chamber of commerce.
Plan ahead for emergencies: Red Cross
Smoke from the wildfires burning in northern Alberta drifted south and filled the Columbia Valley last week, reminding residents that wildfire season has begun.
New transfer station coming to Radium
An open house on May 30 will show residents what Radium Hot Spring’s new transfer station is all about.
Funds committed to housing initiatives
The Columbia Valley Tourism Marketing Society (CVTMS) and the Invermere-Panorama Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) recently announced that, starting next year, half of the region’s online accommodations platform (OAP) tax revenue will go to housing initiatives in the valley.
Farmer’s Market opens for the season
Submitted Don’t miss the fun and sociable Farmer’s Market on Wednesdays opposite Copper Point...
M’etis hosts ‘Fun Night’
At night when we feel lonesome, we hope to go somewhere for emotional support. To that end, the Columbia Valley Métis Association (CVMA) hosted a successful community gathering for people who need help with resources and support.
Indigenous learning experience a big hit
People say that knowledge is power, but it can also tell you the truth — and that’s what Columbia Basin Environmental Education Network (CBEEN) offers: the truth about Indigenous reconciliation.
Local teacher stars in survival reality show
A local man is set to feature in a major continent-wide television program next month.
CVSAR kept busy
Columbia Valley Search and Rescue (CVSAR) has been kept busy with recent call-outs.
Lake report raises concerns about cyanobacteria
A report on recreational impact and sediment quality in Lake Windermere showed elevated levels of arsenic, copper and lead in the lake, as well as very high densities of an algal-bloom forming and potentially toxic phytoplankton cyanobacteria at Kinsmen Beach.
Residents fed up with reeking lagoon
A pervasive stench wafted over parts of Invermere throughout the early part of May, creating a stink both literal and figurative among many residents.
Motorcyclist injured
A motorcyclist suffered injuries following a crash on Toby Creek Road on may 17.
Paragliding enthusiast crashes into embankment
On May 14, police responded to a downed paraglider near Lake Windermere. On scene, members were told there was a malfunction which made the paraglider descend at a high rate of speed, colliding with the embankment next to the railway tracks.
Residents rally for rainbows
Rainbows are nothing if not resilient.
