Interior Health is monitoring Teck mines and work camps in the Elk Valley
As of April 16, all campfires and firepits are prohibited within City limits
The centre was originally activated at level one on March 19, 2020 but has since been increased
The East Kootenay Addiction Services Society is changing the way they offer support
With doulas acknowledged as essential workers, new parents breathe a sigh of relief
Kelly Mills gives her take on Earth Day 2020 in this submitted opinion piece
Now more than ever, it's important to shop local whenever you can
A review of pandemic related changes in clinics and hospitals throughout the valley
The mental health implications of COVID-19 may span all generations, including youth and children. To explore this impact and some helpful strategies for parents I looked to Vanessa Oleksow, a registered clinical counsellor with child and youth mental health, who shared the following commentary.
A letter calling for stronger measures was sent to the provincial health officer last week
Lifting the spirits of their students, teachers roared through town in a car and bike convoy
With a number of online classes and webinars, creativity in Fernie flourishes
Tanglefoot veterinary clinic continues to offer emergency services and food delivery to pet owners
Backcountry safety is shifting with bears out of hibernation and mating season approaching
The fire was started accidentally in the afternoon of April 11, 2020
In adherence to provincial restrictions, various recreation sites no longer allow overnight use
Lyle Hannan will be joining the district as director of corporate services
I've got on a coffee stained shirt, the same one I've worn for the last three days. Jubilantly. Remorselessly. Even (dare I say it) proudly. It's a symbol of acceptance... or maybe of resignation. Some days it's hard to tell the difference.
Community members, business owners and more continue to support each other in creative ways
Elkford, Sparwood and Fernie are still offering food bank and food share programs to residents
