Leah Scheitel

The City of Fernie will be looking for a new CAO after Jim Hendricks leaves at the end of June.

Burma Road Lift station contract awarded

On June 13, Fernie City Council voted in favour to award the Burma Road Lift Station Replacement project.

The City of Fernie will be looking for a new CAO after Jim Hendricks leaves at the end of June.
Tristen Perras, who moved to Fernie in 2004, crafts jewelry inspired by the local area. She incorporates gems, antlers and bullet casings, as well as many other natural features into her work.

Jewelry designer inspired by the Elk Valley

What started as an arts and crafts hobby back in her hometown of Winnipeg has grown into a successful part time business for Tristen Perras.

Tristen Perras, who moved to Fernie in 2004, crafts jewelry inspired by the local area. She incorporates gems, antlers and bullet casings, as well as many other natural features into her work.

Council passes motion to upgrade to bear resistant containers

At the June 13 Committee of the Whole meeting, Kathy Murray addressed Fernie Council in regards to communal bear resistant bins.

Editorial – LGBTQ support

In wake of Sunday morning's shootings in Orlando, this week's editorial discuss supporting the LGBTQ community.

District of Elkford Councillors Steve Fairbairn and Mandy McGregor plant a tree near Josephine Falls while Jemi Fibres’ Mike Jenks and Andrew McCuaig supervise

Jemi Fibre reforests land throughout the Elk Valley

2016 marked the first year of reforestation by Jemi Fibre, including cutblocks throughout the Elk Valley.

District of Elkford Councillors Steve Fairbairn and Mandy McGregor plant a tree near Josephine Falls while Jemi Fibres’ Mike Jenks and Andrew McCuaig supervise

Province to give funding to SAR operations

On June 8, the provincial government announced its intention to invest in Search and Rescue (SAR) operations across British Columbia.

Despite minor delays, construction on phase one of the West Fernie upgrade project is scheduled to be completed in the fall.

RDEK updates public on West Fernie construction

At a Town Hall meeting on June 6, the RDEK spoke to many topics of concern to the residents of Electoral Area A.

Despite minor delays, construction on phase one of the West Fernie upgrade project is scheduled to be completed in the fall.

Museum exhibit celebrates the Elk River

On June 17, the Fernie Museum is opening their next exhibit, Currents, which is described as an artistic exploration of the Elk River.

Mary Menduk’s collection of poems will be celebrated at a launch party at the Arts Station on June 15.

Local artist showcases new book of poems

Mary Menduk, is releasing a book of poetry this month.

Mary Menduk’s collection of poems will be celebrated at a launch party at the Arts Station on June 15.

Elkford triathlon a success

Approximately 85 athletes woke early on Sunday morning to participate in the annual Elkford Triathlon.

Editorial – Wildfire education

This week's editorial discusses the wildfire preparedness resources available in Fernie.

Emergency Social Services in Fernie

As legislated by the provincial government, Fernie has an active emergency social services (ESS) program.

Randy Cameron was recognized as RDEK Electoral A Volunteer of the Year by Area A Director Mike Sosnowski on Monday evening.

RDEK Area A Volunteer of the Year award

On June 6, the RDEK held a town hall meeting at the Fernie Family Centre to address the residents of Electoral Area A.

Randy Cameron was recognized as RDEK Electoral A Volunteer of the Year by Area A Director Mike Sosnowski on Monday evening.

Bylaw office releases quarterly report

The City of Fernie bylaw officer has released the Bylaw Services Report, detailing activities from December to March.

Patty Sonntag, who was raised in Fernie, is a managing editor of the New York Times news services department. She recently won the Michener-Deacon Fellowship for Journalism Education.

Ex-Fernie resident wins top journalism award

Patti Sonntag has ventured far from her Fernie roots, but has not forgotten them.

Patty Sonntag, who was raised in Fernie, is a managing editor of the New York Times news services department. She recently won the Michener-Deacon Fellowship for Journalism Education.

Campfire regulations in effect throughout province

Recently the Ministry has released regulations regarding campfires as warmer temperatures have more people venturing outside.

Editorial – Bylaws and bears

This week's editorial discusses bylaw enforcement within the City of Fernie.

City lease rates at Max Turyk Community Centre

The City of Fernie has issued a statement regarding lease rates at the Max Turyk Community Centre.

FSS students excel at French public speaking competition

Three students from Fernie Secondary School (FSS) recently attended a provincial competition public speaking – in French.

Local author releases first novel

Shelby Cain has been working on her novel Mountain Girl for the better part of seven years.