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Creston all-candidate forum discusses major topics in Kootenay Central Riding

Politics Sam Pike -
An all-candidate forum took place in Creston's Kootenay River Auditorium last night, with all four of the Kootenay Central riding candidates making an appearance. Various topics and challenges, such as...

Creston community to recognize National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with annual march

Indigenous Sam Pike -
The annual Truth and Reconciliation Day march will take place on Monday as the Yaqan Nukiy (Lower Kootenay Band) and the Creston community make their way up Highway 21...

Ground breaks on Seven Nations Soaring Eagles Treatment Centre

Indigenous Sam Pike -
The ground has broken on the Seven Nations Soaring Eagles Treatment Centre to be completed in West Creston. It will be a 16-bed facility, with multiple programs available for Indigenous...

Take Back the Night marchers through Creston

Uncategorized Sam Pike -
On Friday, September 20, a march of Take Back the Night walked from Millennium Park, down Canyon Street and back, in Creston. Survivors of gender-based sexual and domestic violence and...

West Creston Fire Service bylaws voted down

RDCK Sam Pike -
Two potential bylaw affecting the West Creston Fire Service went to vote last week. Both bylaws, which called for an increase to the maximum annual allowable requisition for the fire...

Program aiming to help unemployed enter job market to launch in Creston

Uncategorized Sam Pike -
Kootenay Employment Services is launching a program to help those facing unemployment enter the job market or make a career change. CONNECT will be available to those 16 years of...

Locals reflect on closing businesses

Uncategorized Sam Pike -
Upwards of 14 businesses in Creston have closed their doors, changed locations, or changed owners in the past year. Now, locals are concerned with the economic fluctuation. "I don't know where...

Creston Fall Fair fills flat stables

Agriculture Sam Pike -
The Creston Fall Fair was a raging success this weekend, with locals from all over the valley gathering at the Creston Flat Stables to catch the action. Livestock, produce, art,...

Creston constable to ride in Cops for Kids 10-day bike ride

News Sam Pike -
The Cops for Kids bike ride will be hitting the road in a few days, with 19 riders and...

Creston Community Family Day promises fun-filled afternoon

News Sam Pike -
Creston families will have an opportunity for a day of fun this upcoming weekend with Community Family Day at...

Creston farmer doubtful following provincial promises of support

Agriculture Sam Pike -
Following a particularly harsh winter, the provincial government has announced multiple programs available to help support local farmers recover. However,...

Creston farmers expecting massive loss following fluctuating winter temperatures

Agriculture Sam Pike -
After an unusually devastating winter season, Creston farmers are seeing the effects on their fruit trees. Soft fruits, such as...

Bigfoot Cafe and Gifts offers a bite to eat despite restaurant fluctuations in Creston

News Sam Pike -
With multiple restaurants closing up shop, changing owners, or changing locations, the people of Creston are hungry for new...

Pet owners encouraged to be responsible ahead of heat wave in the Kootenays

News Sam Pike -
With another heat wave headed for the Kootenays, safety is the top priority for both the humans who call...

One dead in motorcycle crash north of Creston

Uncategorized Sam Pike -
A 71-year-old man is dead following a motorcycle collision on Highway 3A on Saturday, July 27. RCMP say the man...

Creston recognizes Korean Armistice

News Sam Pike -
Saturday marked the 71st anniversary of the signing of the Korean Armistice. Creston recognized the anniversary with the laying of...
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British Columbia is significantly expanding the RCMP’s provincial hate crimes unit.

RCMP vehicle sparks wildfire north of Lytton

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The B.C. government wants your thoughts on its plan to lower emissions by filling in a survey.
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