Storrm Lennie

Storrm began her journalism career in the Kootenays, joining Vista Radio in 2022. Originally from Red Deer, Alta., she now calls Nelson home and brings her passion for politics and community to her reporting.

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Employer-driven immigration pilot launches in West Kootenays

Business Storrm Lennie - June 11, 2025

A new immigration pilot has been launched in the West Kootenays to attract and retain talent for critical local jobs.

Creston rejects city status

Town of Creston Storrm Lennie - May 28, 2025

Creston residents have voted against becoming a city. In 2024, Creston Town Council directed staff to conduct a public survey to solicit feedback from residents on whether the town should...

Town of Creston continues to advocate for housing needs

Town of Creston Storrm Lennie - May 26, 2025

After being forced to move unhoused individuals from one of its properties, the Town of Creston is clarifying its role in providing housing while also reaffirming its commitment to...

Creston RCMP to prioritize officer wellbeing amid rising in crime

Town of Creston Storrm Lennie - May 2, 2025

Creston RCMP saw a increase in violent crimes in its first quarter of 2025, which Staff Sgt. Brandon Buliziuk says could be contributing to officer burnout. The detachment responded to...

Columbia–Kootenay–Southern Rockies NDP candidate Kallee Lins

Federal Election 2025 Storrm Lennie - April 15, 2025

As Canada’s federal election draws near, get to know your local NDP candidate for the Columbia–Kootenay–Southern Rockies riding: Kallee Lins. Who is Kallee Lins? Kallee Lins grew up in Castlegar and...

Canadians showing early interest in 2025 Federal Election

Provincial Storrm Lennie - April 11, 2025

As Canada’s Federal Election campaign hits the halfway mark, pre-polling numbers are signalling that Canadians are more engaged in this election ever before. According to Elections Canada, over 130,000...

Six candidates named in the Columbia–Kootenay–Southern Rockies riding

Federal Election 2025 Storrm Lennie - April 7, 2025

Six candidates have been named in the Columbia–Kootenay–Southern Rockies federal riding for the April 28 federal election. The riding, formerly known as Kootenay–Columbia, has been served by Conservative MP Rob...

BC health officials provide update on COVID-19, flu, and measles risks

Provincial Storrm Lennie - March 28, 2025

The B.C. government has declared the end of respiratory illness season, hand in hand with the launch of its spring COVID-19 vaccine campaign. In a press conference on Friday, Provincial...

Rogers threatens to lock out unionized Kootenay workers

Labour Storrm Lennie - March 14, 2025

Rogers Communications has threatened to lock out 26 former Shaw employees in the Kootenays who unionized in February 2024. The...

Finance Minister reacts to budget deficit criticism

Provincial Storrm Lennie - March 6, 2025

The B.C. government’s 2025 budget has received criticism from a variety of community and industry leaders, but Finance Minister...

Creston’s five year financial plan includes 5.61 per cent tax hike for 2025

Town of Creston Storrm Lennie - February 26, 2025

Creston residents will face a 5.61 per cent increase in municipal taxes as part of the town's 2025-2029 financial plan. During...

Avalanche risk in the Kootenays listed as high

Avalanche Storrm Lennie - February 24, 2025

Heavy snowfall combined with rising temperatures has significantly increased the avalanche risk in the Kootenay region, with Avalanche Canada...

Creston Museum celebrates Heritage Week

Community Storrm Lennie - February 18, 2025

The Creston Museum is paying homage to its historic heritage buildings this week in honour of Heritage Week. Heritage Week...

Creston continues to advocate for border support

Town of Creston Storrm Lennie - February 12, 2025

The Town of Creston is continuing to advocate for funding to increase security at the U.S. border. Councillors discussed border...

Town of Creston seeks feedback on draft budget

Town of Creston Storrm Lennie - January 21, 2025

Budget season is well underway in the Town of Creston, with the 2025 Draft Budget now open for public...

Creston RCMP reports a record year of proactive policing

Crime Storrm Lennie - January 15, 2025

Creston RCMP set a possible record in 2024, conducting 11 search warrants under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act—presumably...

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