BC firefighting professionals, first responders, and fire experts are ready to do their part this wildfire season. Be FireSmart! Your […]

Elk River floaters need to be aware of a new and dangerous hazard at a logjam upriver from the Fernie […]

BC Wildfire Service is implementing a Category 1 campfire prohibition coming to Southeast Fire Centre Effective at at 1PM on […]

In a continued effort to enhance community safety and reduce bear attractants, the Elk Valley Coexistence Initiative is excited to […]

A new Alberta study claims that the Elk Valley coal mines are spreading toxic organic contaminants and potentially effecting ecosystems. […]

Fernie’s new Respect the Brain Bucket Helmet Challenge aims to rewards Fernie residents who Respect the Brain Bucket and help […]

The June 15th snow survey is now complete, and there’s good news for the Kootenay’s, thanks to the abundant spring […]

Nestled in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, the Columbia River, once hailed as the greatest salmon-producing river in the […]

The Rotary Club of Fernie is thrilled to announce a generous donation of $18,000 to the East Kootenay Foundation for […]

The City of Fernie announced today that the Fernie Community Centre is closed as of June 12, 2024, for public […]

A teenager and his dog have been rescued following a harrowing fall overnight in the Elko area. “The teen and […]

The City of Fernie is partnering with the Elk Valley Family Society (EVFS) to transform the old Firehall site at […]