Eric Elliott

The James Sinclair Sign of Interest near Radium is one of several in the Columbia Valley region that are slated to be upgraded.

Changes due for Stop of Interest Signage

Changes and updates are coming soon to the numerous Stop of Interest signs in the Columbia Valley

The James Sinclair Sign of Interest near Radium is one of several in the Columbia Valley region that are slated to be upgraded.
Tony and Merle Giasson stand next to their new-to-them 1970 Jeep that Tony won in this year's Columbia Valley Rockies annual Classic Car Raffle.

Alberta visitor claims classic Jeep

In this year's Columbia Valley Rockies Classic Car Raffle, Tony Giasson walked home with a 1970 Jeep of his own.

Tony and Merle Giasson stand next to their new-to-them 1970 Jeep that Tony won in this year's Columbia Valley Rockies annual Classic Car Raffle.
A Rockies player waits beside the Spokane Braves net in Columbia Valley's first game of the season against Spokane on September 24th. The Rockies lost 4-3 in overtime on September 30th.

Rockies lose two on season’s first road trip

The Columbia Valley Rockies lost two games last weekend on their first road trip of the season.

A Rockies player waits beside the Spokane Braves net in Columbia Valley's first game of the season against Spokane on September 24th. The Rockies lost 4-3 in overtime on September 30th.
The Rockies controlled the bulk of the play in last weekend's game against the Spokane Braves, but lost the game 6-5.

Rockies lose heart breaker to Spokane at home

Despite outplaying the visiting Spokane Braves, the Rockies recorded their fourth loss of the season 6-5 last Saturday night.

The Rockies controlled the bulk of the play in last weekend's game against the Spokane Braves, but lost the game 6-5.
Former Rockies player Doan Smith is heading back to Sweden for another shot at professional hockey there.

Back to the future in Sweden for former Rockies’ Doan Smith

21-year-old Doan Smith is making his way back to Sweden for his second season in the Swedish Hockey League.

Former Rockies player Doan Smith is heading back to Sweden for another shot at professional hockey there.

Calls for Columbia Valley photographs in Giant Lacewing study

COSEWIC is asking anyone who has seen a Giant Lacewing to take pictures and submit them to complete their study on the dying species.

Lacing them up in the IHL

It's a great feeling being back on the ice in a Canadian hockey rink. I'm happy to say this one is in the Invermere Hockey League.

Rockies' goaltender Will McCreight protects the net against a Border Bruins player.

Rockies looking to rebound after two consecutive losses

After splitting the opening weekend of their season, the Rockies suffered a set back dropping both games on the weekend and fell to 1-3.

Rockies' goaltender Will McCreight protects the net against a Border Bruins player.
Former Rockies player Ryan Lawson is continuing his hockey journey playing in the Swedish Hockey League this season with teammates Damon Raven and Doan Smith.

From being cut to Sweden: Ryan Lawson’s story

Former Rockies player Ryan Lawson will be continuing his hockey career in the Swedish Hockey League this season.

Former Rockies player Ryan Lawson is continuing his hockey journey playing in the Swedish Hockey League this season with teammates Damon Raven and Doan Smith.

Radium resident requests noise bylaw change

A Radium resident requested a noise bylaw change at the most recent town council meeting after several cases she says cost her business.

The Columbia Valley Rockies split their home opening series after losing their first game to Creston 1-0 on Friday night.

Rockies split home-opening weekend

The Columbia Valley Rockies started the season by splitting their home-opening series with a loss to Creston and win over Fernie.

The Columbia Valley Rockies split their home opening series after losing their first game to Creston 1-0 on Friday night.
NDP critic for Intergovernmental Aboriginal Affairs Romeo Saganash (far left) speaking at the Ktunaxa Adminstration building on Tuesday, September 6th.

Saganash visits Kootenays pushing change in Aboriginal Relations

The Ktunaxa Nation welcomed Quebec MP Romeo Saganash to talk about the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.

NDP critic for Intergovernmental Aboriginal Affairs Romeo Saganash (far left) speaking at the Ktunaxa Adminstration building on Tuesday, September 6th.

School Enhancement Program presents opportunity for local school district

The BC Government's School Enhancement Program presents the opportunity for upgrades within the Rocky Mountain School District.

Jon Turk during his circumnavigation of Ellesmere Island in the Canadian Arctic.

Crocodiles and Ice book set for release

Crocodiles and Ice book about the explorations of Jon Turk is set to release on September 15th in Fernie.

Jon Turk during his circumnavigation of Ellesmere Island in the Canadian Arctic.

Rockies selecting their way to a final roster

The Columbia Valley Rockies of the KIJHL are making their final cuts ahead of the season opener Friday night versus Creston.

Tryg Strand, who started his career with the Columbia Valley Rockies, is now playing for the University of Guelph and working toward an undergraduate degree in commerce.

From classrooms to hockey rinks: the journey of an academic athlete

From Invermere to Guelph Ontario, Tryg Strand has big dreams both on the ice and in the classroom.

Tryg Strand, who started his career with the Columbia Valley Rockies, is now playing for the University of Guelph and working toward an undergraduate degree in commerce.
Rising numbers of crashes and higher claims costs are hurting ICBC's bottom line.

Insurance premiums increasing province-wide

The ICBC is filing for approval of a 4.9 per cent increase on basic insurance premiums for the upcoming year.

Rising numbers of crashes and higher claims costs are hurting ICBC's bottom line.

Canal Flats bike park nears completion

After two years of planning, the Canal Flats bike park nears completion with just the final touches waiting to be added.

Province gives green light to modified golf carts

The BC government is kick-starting a pilot program to allow modified golf carts on municipal roads in two small communities.

Rural Dividend Programm pays out to Canal Flats

The B.C. Government has announced that it is distributing new grants aimed to help small communities.