Kootenay residents say polluters need to pay and are concerned they’ll be left to cover the cost of environmental damage caused by local industry

In the Columbia Basin, there’s no denying the presence of exceptional campsites and trail networks, which are among the best […]

For teens wanting a summer adventure with training in leadership, teamwork, and wilderness skills, Wildsight is now accepting applications for the Go Wild! program.

The Cranbrook U18 Bucks, with players from Creston, Fernie and Kimberley, capped off their season this week with an incredible performance in the Tier 2 BC Hockey Provincials that saw them advance to the finals and the gold medal game.

Evergreens Farm is coming to Fernie and will grow leafy greens for local consumption year around starting this Spring! In […]

The Regional District East Kootenay has launched a registration drive to increase the number of people signed up for the Regional Evacuation Notification System

At dawn’s first light, a rooster crows from high on a fence post at Brodey Bolen’s ranch, announcing the arrival […]

Congratulations to the Fernie Nordic Society on their first ever podium finishes at the National Championships! Ella Fuller skied an […]

Fernie Search and Rescue has been busy recently with two calls to rescue skiers from Fernie’s backcountry.

Wildfires can sweep in at any moment. To make sure that they’re prepared, small, rural communities and First Nations around […]

Sixteen youth from across the Columbia Basin will navigate the complex social, economic and natural history of the mighty Columbia River as they paddle its waters this summer.

The RDEK Regional Parks Plan is being amended to include two new parks: the Morrissey River Access in Electoral Area A and Elko River Access in Electoral Area B.