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An active recruitment drive for firefighters is underway in the East Kootenays.
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by Lyonel Doherty | Sep 20, 2023
An active recruitment drive for firefighters is underway in the East Kootenays.
by Lyonel Doherty | Jul 25, 2023
Twenty-five property owners in the Horsethief Creek and Bear Mountain area have been ordered to evacuate due to the Horsethief Creek fire on Mount Bruce.
by Lyonel Doherty | Jul 24, 2023
A wildfire began burning in the Columbia Valley earlier today.
by Lyonel Doherty | Jul 6, 2023
Invermere resident Trystan Hart is now firmly established as one of the top professional dirt bikers on the planet.
by Lyonel Doherty | Jun 21, 2023
A group of overdue hikers was rescued from Bugaboo Provincial Park on June. 18.
by Lyonel Doherty | Jun 17, 2023
On May 26th, 2023, Shuswap Band Chief & Council, staff, and membership, along with participants from the Secwepemc, Ktunaxa, and Okanagan Nations, completed the second annual ceremonial release of Sockeye salmon into Dutch Creek.
by Lyonel Doherty | Jun 14, 2023
The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) is seeking public input on how it governs short-term rentals (STRs).
by Lyonel Doherty | Jun 12, 2023
Residents of Stoddart Estates will be able to take part in a Community Debris Bin Event hosted by the East Kootenay FireSmart Program later this month.
by Lyonel Doherty | May 24, 2023
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.
by Lyonel Doherty | May 23, 2023
The lightning-caused Mitchell Ridge fire in Kootenay National Park has burned more than 260 hectares.
by Lyonel Doherty | May 18, 2023
A motorcyclist suffered injuries following a crash on Toby Creek Road on may 17.
by Lyonel Doherty | May 18, 2023
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.
by Lyonel Doherty | May 14, 2023
An independent Columbia Valley distillery earned some eye-catching results at one of the world’s foremost spirits shows.
by Admin | Apr 13, 2023
By Greg Skinner Somewhere a sacrifice had to have been made. In the closing days of the ski season...
by Admin | Apr 13, 2023
By Steve Hubrecht steve@columbiavalleypioneer.com There will be no flames, but firefighters and...
by Admin | Mar 31, 2023
Submitted by Lynda Tutty, Wings Marketing Committee Do you know why cottonwood trees are vital...
by Admin | Mar 24, 2023
By Steve Hubrecht steve@columbiavalleypioneer.com This year’s ski instructors’ Olympics is set to...
by Admin | Mar 10, 2023
By Steve Hubrecht steve@columbiavalleypioneer.com The annual Wings Over the Rockies Festival is...
by Admin | Mar 9, 2023
Facility located on Akisqnuk First Nation opens its doors to all residents and visitors By Chadd...
by Admin | Mar 3, 2023
By Steve Hubrecht steve@columbiavalleypioneer.com The all-candidates forum on February 22 for...