Creston Valley Advance

Interior Health’s mobile COVID-19 vaccine clinic coming to Creston for drop-ins

The clinic will be at the Community Complex on July 22 and 23

  • Jul 22, 2021

What would the Waxwing birds think of Icarus?

The Bohemian and Cedar Waxwings have been handling the heat wave. Icarus didn't do so well

  • Jul 21, 2021

Rec Perspectives: Enjoy Summer Activity with Smoky Skies

'Keep an eye on the air quality index and take advantage of the days that are clearer than others.'

  • Jul 20, 2021

Acts of Hope: How to Keep a Bright Mind

'If your concerns for the future get overwhelming, it helps to breathe through your worried thoughts.'

  • Jul 19, 2021

Ask Your Funeral Director: What can I do with my loved one’s ashes?

There are many options for what you can do with someone's cremains.

  • Jul 19, 2021

Locally produced documentary shares Indigenous knowledge of the Kootenay region

Hereditary Chief Robert Louie Sr. shares his unique life experience in the 32-minute video

  • Jul 14, 2021

Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area trail closed due to grizzly bear with cubs

The mother grizzly charged a staff member's vehicle on July 9, causing closure of the Wildlife Wander Trail

  • Jul 9, 2021

E-Tips: The Realities of Climate Change

'If nothing is done, we are currently on track for the Earth to warm another four to five degrees by 2100.'

  • Jul 9, 2021

Natural Health Approach: Fire Element

'Fire is symbolic of maximum activity or greatest yang.'

  • Jul 9, 2021

Think on These Things: The Measure of Forgiveness

'In these days of COVID - 19, we need to learn forgiveness.'

  • Jul 9, 2021

Valley Views: Staying Safe

'In these times of unprecedented weather events, it's wise for all of us to do a little calm pre-planning.'

  • Jul 9, 2021

Creston Legion plans phased re-opening

Opening will be in phases in conjunction with the provincial regulations

  • Jul 8, 2021

Out There: Buckbrush and Snowbrush

'Many plants, including shrubs, have started blooming as of May 21.'

  • Jul 8, 2021

The best plants to add to your garden this year

Morris Flowers Garden Center offered some suggestions for creating visual interest

  • Jul 8, 2021

Lit Column: Are You a Friend of the Library?

Friends of the Creston Library needs new members

  • Jul 6, 2021

Rec Perspectives: A Summer of Fun

'Even though you can travel anywhere in Canada now, don't wait to take advantage of what's happening in our awesome valley.'

  • Jul 6, 2021

Young entrepreneurs take over management of Creston Mini Golf

Creston students Riley, Julia, Kennedy, Ezra, and Benjamin will be charge of the operation for the summer to learn hands-on business skills

  • Jul 6, 2021

Visible wildfire in Creston burning in North Idaho

U.S. fire suppression resources are responding to a wildfire in Northern Idaho just a few kilometres from the Canadian border near Creston.

  • Jul 3, 2021

Acts of Hope: Gratitude is a Revolutionary Act

By Kuya Minogue, resident teacher at Sakura-ji, Creston's zendo

  • Jul 2, 2021

Town of Creston byelection to be held this fall

General voting day will be Saturday, September 18

  • Jul 2, 2021