The Sand Creek Lions Club in Jaffray is being recognized for its volunteer efforts to support FireSmart activities in the community. The FireSmart program aims to help residents reduce wildfire risk around homes, neighbourhoods, and community facilities. Last Sunday (June 14), the Lions Club held their year-end BBQ at ...

Warmer temperatures are on the horizon for British Columbia, and WorkSafeBC is reminding employers to prepare for the risk of heat stress. To protect employees during these times, WorkSafeBC officers will ensure that employers have assessed these risks and implemented appropriate controls. "Heat, UV exposure and w...

Cranbrook has moved up, and we now sit in second place for the ParticipACTION Community Challenge and could win $100,000 towards physical activity. Communities across Canada have been joining together throughout June to get active, track participation, and compete for the title of Canada's Most Active Community. There ...

Fernie motorists travelling on 4A Avenue will see two 4-way stop signs being installed. The City says that, based on a recent traffic study, they are being set up to reduce speeding and shortcutting and to improve safety in the neighbourhood. They will be installed at: 4A Ave & 2nd St 4th Ave & 3rd St Please s...

Elk Valley RCMP are appealing for any information or surveillance footage relating to damage to windows in homes and vehicles in the Sparwood area. Officers responded to multiple calls between June 9 and June 10 regarding suspects in the Sparwood area near the 400 block of Pine Ave. Police say what appears to be a slin...