Leah Scheitel

Earlier this month, a wildfire nicknamed The Beast ravaged Northern Alberta and Fort McMurray, causing over 80,000 people, including Troy Dickson, to evacuate.

Man recounts experience after evacuating Fort McMurray fires

Troy Dickson, along with 80,000 residents of Fort McMurray, left everything behind on May 3, as the city was engulfed in a raging wildfire.

Earlier this month, a wildfire nicknamed The Beast ravaged Northern Alberta and Fort McMurray, causing over 80,000 people, including Troy Dickson, to evacuate.

Vet clinic hopes to open Fernie location in July

In March, Tanglefoot Vet Clinic announced their plans to open a veterinary clinic in Ferni

Duane Nelson donned a mask and cape to hand out flowers to residents of Lilac Terrace as Batman on Mother’s Day.

Sparwood resident moonlights as Batman

Residents of Sparwood may have seen a familiar superhero at community events recently.

Duane Nelson donned a mask and cape to hand out flowers to residents of Lilac Terrace as Batman on Mother’s Day.
Young male dancers performed a routine titled “Rise of the Inferno”.

Creative Energy Arts Factory takes its final bow

Creative Energy Arts Factory (CEAF) is saying goodbye after seven years in Fernie.

Young male dancers performed a routine titled “Rise of the Inferno”.
Jaclyn Galbraith on one of the Wednesday night rides.

All ladies welcomed at Women on Wheels

A group of women on bikes can be seen riding around the streets and mountains of Fernie on Wednesday evenings.

Jaclyn Galbraith on one of the Wednesday night rides.

Couple returns to Fernie after fleeing Fort McMurray fires

A couple has returned to Fernie after being evacuated from Fort McMurray earlier this month.

FSAR respond to incident at Tunnel Creek

At approximately 5 p.m. on Friday, Fernie Search and Rescue (FSAR) were called to an incident at Tunnel Creek Cabin.

Residents warned against unlicensed taxi services

The City of Fernie is warning residents about unlicensed ridesharing services.

Conservation officer warns of chronic wasting disease

With the warmer temperature, more people are venturing outside for recreational activities, including hunting.

A sample of the banners included in the 2016 Banner Project, which premiered on May 5 at the Arts Station.

12th annual Banner Project premiere

Thirty-nine local artists were featured at the Fernie Arts Station on May 5 for the premiere of the 2016 Banner Project.

A sample of the banners included in the 2016 Banner Project, which premiered on May 5 at the Arts Station.

Chamber concerned over minimum wage increase

The Fernie Chamber of Commerce is concerned over the provincial government’s intention to increase the minimum wage in the coming years.

Bennett responds to scathing Auditor General report

On May 3, B.C.’s Auditor General, released a 109-page report in regards to British Columbia’s mining industry.

Fernie City Council reviews 2015 financial highlights

Fernie City Council held their ninth regular Council Meeting of the year on May 9.

Editorial – 2016 Census

This week's editorial discusses the 2016 Census, as Census packages are being delivered this week.

The Leuenberger family addresses media and Search and Rescue volunteers after their son was found safe on Sunday morning.

Missing toddler found after 16-hour search

A two-year-old boy was found safe and sound after spending the night in the wilderness.

The Leuenberger family addresses media and Search and Rescue volunteers after their son was found safe on Sunday morning.
Shyanne Osmond with the 12 doctors who reviewed her case last week. All of the doctors recommended Shyanne receive medical treatment in Boston from now on.

Shyanne Osmond to receive medical treatment in Boston

Shyanne Osmond has learned to smile through adversity.

Shyanne Osmond with the 12 doctors who reviewed her case last week. All of the doctors recommended Shyanne receive medical treatment in Boston from now on.
A refugee family from Liberia arrived at the Canadian Rockies International Airport on Friday afternoon. The family is happy to start their life in Fernie.

Fernie welcomes refugee family from Liberia

Fernie Friends of Refugees welcomed the family of 11 from Liberia at the Canadian Rockies International Airport on Friday afternoon.

A refugee family from Liberia arrived at the Canadian Rockies International Airport on Friday afternoon. The family is happy to start their life in Fernie.

Fernie City Council to receive wage increase

Fernie city councillors and mayor will be receiving more money for their duties come July.

The City of Fernie voted in favour of a bylaw amendment prohibiting garbage from being left on curbs in plastic bags.

Bylaw amendment prohibits plastic bags for garbage pickup

At the Apr. 25 regular council meeting, Fernie City Council voted in favour of a bylaw amendment in regards to waste management.

The City of Fernie voted in favour of a bylaw amendment prohibiting garbage from being left on curbs in plastic bags.
Roberts Hall, comprised of Brandon Holm and Etienne McGuigan, are performing at Infinitea on Apr. 29.

Musical duo Roberts Hall to play in Fernie

Musical duo Roberts Hall are bringing their alt-folk sound to Fernie and will be playing at Infinitea on Apr. 29.

Roberts Hall, comprised of Brandon Holm and Etienne McGuigan, are performing at Infinitea on Apr. 29.