Erin Knutson

Helicopter rescue of stranded teens on Bear Mountain

Teens airlifted to safety from steep slope

Chilliwack and Kent Harrison Search and Rescue extract seven teens via ground and air

Helicopter rescue of stranded teens on Bear Mountain
A wildfire on the west side of Harrison Lake has gone from a few hectares to 650 in four days

Wildfire estimated at 650 hectares

Wednesday's rain won't make a big difference but will slow down growth

A wildfire on the west side of Harrison Lake has gone from a few hectares to 650 in four days
The Wood Lake fire as viewed August 2. The blaze has gone from an initial reported seven hectares to more than 200 hectares as of Tuesday morning.

Wildfire estimated at 600 hectares now

Aggressive wildfire on west side of Harrison Lake grows six-fold overnight

The Wood Lake fire as viewed August 2. The blaze has gone from an initial reported seven hectares to more than 200 hectares as of Tuesday morning.
The blaze as viewed from Harrison Lake's shoreline.

Fire still burning west of Harrison Lake

Forest fire continues to grow as crews battle blaze

The blaze as viewed from Harrison Lake's shoreline.
Team members describe the Pirates as 'seriously fun.'

Dragon Boating: Let It Ride

The Pirates are one of the teams that make up the Fraser Valley Dragon Boat Club, which is hosting the Harrison regatta July 25.

Team members describe the Pirates as 'seriously fun.'

Managing dogs in the village

The dog days of summer might be here, but for the Village of Harrison Hot Springs, dogs are a year-round issue.

Jim and Betty Blackburn will be bringing their 1951 Ford Victoria to the Lions street meet this Sunday.

For the love of cars

Agassiz-Haarrison Lions car show takes place this Sunday

Jim and Betty Blackburn will be bringing their 1951 Ford Victoria to the Lions street meet this Sunday.
Canada geese pay no attention to bystanders as they make their way along the beachfront in Harrison Hot Springs Sunday.

Life’s a beach for geese at Harrison Lake

But some residents asking if more can't be done to keep the birds away

Canada geese pay no attention to bystanders as they make their way along the beachfront in Harrison Hot Springs Sunday.
Dwight from Pioneer Motors tows my car back to the shop.

Change of perspective

Time to reflect when my day got turned upside down

Dwight from Pioneer Motors tows my car back to the shop.
Riders in the 2014 Bikes against Bullies event.

Bikes Against Bullies set hit the road

Anti-bullying message made strong by 200+ riders taking a stand

Riders in the 2014 Bikes against Bullies event.
Officials were on hand to announce the funding for upgrades to the McCaffrey Lift Station, including Coun. Darcy Striker, Coun. Susan Spaeti, MLA Laurie Throness, District of Kent Mayor John Van Laerhoven and MP Mark Strahl last Thursday, July 2.

Upgrades for Agassiz’ oldest sewage lift station

Federal, provincial and municipal money come together for $200,000 project in District of Kent

Officials were on hand to announce the funding for upgrades to the McCaffrey Lift Station, including Coun. Darcy Striker, Coun. Susan Spaeti, MLA Laurie Throness, District of Kent Mayor John Van Laerhoven and MP Mark Strahl last Thursday, July 2.

Harrison Gospel Chapel Art Show

The 18th annual Art Exhibit opens this weekend at the Harrison Gospel Chapel.

Getting from A to B in Agassiz

The District of Kent Transportation Network Plan is complete and ready for reference as the District plans future projects and plans.

The District of Kent's parks are well used, including for special events like Canada Day at Pioneer Park.

Walking the trail to future green space development

Report finds District of Kent's parks and trails are well-used and enjoyed; looks ahead to next 25 years of development

The District of Kent's parks are well used, including for special events like Canada Day at Pioneer Park.
Aaron Oss of Ossome Farms sells some produce to Carolyn Hrynyk, chair of the Agassiz Farm Fresh Market board, during the market last Thursday, July 2.

Farm Market Fresh every Thursday

Agassiz farmer's market celebrates locallly grown, baked or made products

Aaron Oss of Ossome Farms sells some produce to Carolyn Hrynyk, chair of the Agassiz Farm Fresh Market board, during the market last Thursday, July 2.
Teacher Jen Anglehart presented Jaden Chapman with a new longboard, standing alongside Principal Bill 'Mr. D.' Dietrich.

Hero emerges out of house fire

14-year old credited with saving houseful of people in early morning fire

Teacher Jen Anglehart presented Jaden Chapman with a new longboard, standing alongside Principal Bill 'Mr. D.' Dietrich.
The caboose had to be moved to make way for the new walkway installation.

‘Labour of love’ nears end as museum readies to open

Months of work about to pay off with newly revamped Agassiz-Harrison Museum

The caboose had to be moved to make way for the new walkway installation.

District Council votes in a pay raise

Independent review compares to other municipalities and recommends remuneration raise for both mayor and council members

The Harrison Paddle Sports club races in four regattas throughout the season.

Paddle the lake with Harrison paddle sports club

Dragon boat team petitions for local paddlers to join competitive but fun club

The Harrison Paddle Sports club races in four regattas throughout the season.

District of Kent Council Roundup, June 22 meeting

Solid waste, weight room, road upgrades and liquor license change amongst discussion items at most recent meeting