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RDCK considers study of Creston Valley farmland potential

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The Regional District of Central Kootenay wants to take a closer look at how much more agricultural production could be possible in the Creston Valley.

Creston Valley tourism estimates $25M in annual visitor spending

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Tourism in the Creston Valley is growing, with the local tourism society estimating about 140,000 visitors coming to the region annually, generating roughly $25 million in direct spending.

RDCK flags drop in Creston public swim lesson registrations

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Public swim lesson registrations in Creston have declined this year, though school-based swim lessons have seen an increase.

Creston library Friday service returns this week

Town of Creston My Creston Now Staff -
The Creston Valley Public Library is restoring Friday service this week, thanks to a fundraising campaign that has raised more than $60,000 to help cover the cost.

Creston RCMP facing rising calls and staffing shortages

Town of Creston Storrm Lennie -
Creston RCMP officers responded to over 2,600 calls for service from April 1 to September 22 — an increase of more than 400 from the same period last year.

Creston RCMP commander leaving role for National Police Federation

Town of Creston Storrm Lennie -
Creston RCMP Staff Sgt. Brandon Buliziuk is stepping down as detachment commander after three years in the role.

Creston council looks at gaps in support for sexual assault survivors

Town of Creston Storrm Lennie -
Creston council is looking at ways it can advocate for better support for people who have experienced sexual assault. 

Creston outlines emergency management priorities through 2030

Town of Creston Storrm Lennie -
The Town of Creston has laid out its emergency management priorities for the next four years, but staff capacity and funding could make some of that work a challenge.

Incoming Creston council to receive pay increase

Town of Creston Storrm Lennie -
The incoming Creston council is set to get a raise. Council approved an increase to mayor and councillor remuneration Tuesday, with the new rates taking effect when the 2026-2030 council term begins.

RDCK puts $1 million toward first phase of Goat Canyon park

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The Regional District of Central Kootenay is putting $1 million toward the first phase of developing a new regional park at Goat Canyon in the Creston Valley. 

Creston warming centre may open less often under new criteria

Town of Creston Storrm Lennie -
Creston has amended its extreme weather response plan, which could mean its warming centre opens less often when an overnight shelter is available.
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