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West Kootenay under drought level three

Drought conditions in most of the West Kootenay region are at drought level three.  

Thunder Cats defenceman jumps to ACAC

Creston Thunder Cats defenceman Jace Litoski is college bound after signing with the Portage College Voyageurs of the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference.

Canada Day in the Kootenays

Don’t know where to go and what to do this Canada Day, Tuesday, July 1? We’ve got you covered. Here is a full list of events happening around the Kootenays.

From forest waste to farm resource

The Youth Climate Corps East and West Kootenay crews launched their season by joining forces on a wildfire risk reduction project that combined on-the-ground training with climate resilience work. 

Report studying alternative agriculture water supply in Creston Valley submitted

A report reviewing the feasibility of providing an alternate water supply for agriculture in the Creston Valley has been finalized and submitted to the Regional District of Central Kootenay.

Sentence hearing set for Creston man convicted of second degree murder

The sentencing hearing for a 66-year-old Creston man convicted of second degree murder is set for early September.

Has your bike gone missing?

Two-tired to find your bike? Creston police may have picked it up as they recover approximately 30 abandoned bicycles around the community. 

Creston Valley firefighters busy week

Creston Valley crews are getting considerable wildfire fighting experience.

Creston opens cooling station

Today’s hot temperature has triggered a temporary cooling station at the Creston Emergency Services Building until 7 tonight.

Stage 1 Water Restrictions begin

June 1st marks the beginning of the Town of Creston's Stage 1 water conservation measures, meaning watering of lawns,...

Elk and Creston Valley opens drought monitoring season on level three

Drought levels in the Elk and Creston Valley are at level three out of five as the B.C. government...

Creston rejects city status

Creston residents have voted against becoming a city.  In 2024, Creston Town Council directed staff to conduct a public survey...

Town of Creston continues to advocate for housing needs

After being forced to move unhoused individuals from one of its properties, the Town of Creston is clarifying its...

Creston faces housing challenges

Affordable housing is a challenge faced by communities across British Columbia—and Creston is no exception. While housing does not fall...

Drug and cash seizures following multiple search warrants

Several people are facing charges after two big drug busts in Creston. RCMP were out in full force on Wed...

Collision under investigation

The cause of a multiple vehicle collision that closed Highway 3 approximately 1km East of Canyon Lister Road for...
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Climate advocate joins B.C. Greens leadership race

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Residents can leave feedback on CleanBC initiative using survey

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West Kootenay under drought level three

Drought conditions in most of the West Kootenay region are at drought level three.  

Thunder Cats defenceman jumps to ACAC

Creston Thunder Cats defenceman Jace Litoski is college bound after signing with the Portage College Voyageurs of the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference.
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