Lorne Eckersley

Town closes yard waste drop-off site

Town closes yard waste drop-off site

Creston residents no longer have an option to drop their yard waste on Town property, Town Council has decided.

Town closes yard waste drop-off site
People's Party of Canada arrives in Kootenay - Columbia riding

People’s Party of Canada arrives in Kootenay – Columbia riding

Kootenay - Columbia riding receives approval for a constituency association.

People's Party of Canada arrives in Kootenay - Columbia riding
Council to continue funding WildSafeBC program

Council to continue funding WildSafeBC program

Creston Town Council has voted to continue working with WildSafeBC.

Council to continue funding WildSafeBC program
Former fire chief named CAO of Town of Creston

Former fire chief named CAO of Town of Creston

Mike Moore, who has been serving as interim CAO since the resignation of Lou Varela, has been named as her replacement.

Former fire chief named CAO of Town of Creston
Yasodhara Ashram’s Temple of Light was named as a 2019 Wood Design Awards winner for its innovative use of wood. (Photo submitted)

Ashram temple wins design award

In front of an audience of more than 400 architects and engineers at the Vancouver Convention Centre earlier in March, the Yasodhara Ashram's Temple of Light was named as a 2019 Wood Design Awards winner for its innovative use of wood. The awards are sponsored by Wood WORKS! BC.

Yasodhara Ashram’s Temple of Light was named as a 2019 Wood Design Awards winner for its innovative use of wood. (Photo submitted)
Police get flurry of social media complaints

Police get flurry of social media complaints

Creston RCMP responded to 116 calls for assistance in the two-week period from March 12-26.

Police get flurry of social media complaints
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Public art committee thrives

No news is good news for the Creston Valley Public Art Connection.

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Beekeeper committed to local orchardists

Beekeeper committed to local orchardists

When Doug and Roberta Knight sold their Swan Valley Honey operation in 2012, Doug expected to remain as a hobbyist in the industry.

Beekeeper committed to local orchardists
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Creston Museum gets multiculturalism grant

A $4,000 multiculturalism grant will allow the Creston Museum to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the local Refugee Committee.

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Local firefighters have responded to three blazes this week. (Photo credit Glen Guthrie)

Lister house fire contained

Local firefighters have responded to three blazes this week.

Local firefighters have responded to three blazes this week. (Photo credit Glen Guthrie)
New physician arrives in April

New physician arrives in April

"Creston is about to welcome another family physician to our component," recruiter Marilin States announced last week.

New physician arrives in April
Erich Meyer driving his 5-month-old Tesla in Creston. (Photo credit Lorne Eckersley)

Tesla era arrives in the Creston Valley

Erich Meyer pulls out onto Highway 3, comes to a full stop, then presses his foot down on the accelerator. In under 4 seconds the car's on-screen speedometer hits 100 km/hr. He eases off the pedal and signals to turn off onto a side road.

Erich Meyer driving his 5-month-old Tesla in Creston. (Photo credit Lorne Eckersley)
Last week in the Lower Mainland the Honey Bee Zen Apiaries Ltd. team (from left, Heather Higo, Amanda Goodman Lee, Julia Common and Bradford Vinson) worked

Beekeepers lose most of stock

In recent years North American beekeepers have struggled with mites and diseases that typically take their toll during the winter months, while the bees are in hibernation

Last week in the Lower Mainland the Honey Bee Zen Apiaries Ltd. team (from left, Heather Higo, Amanda Goodman Lee, Julia Common and Bradford Vinson) worked
Jason Louie is the elected Chief of the Lower Kootenay Band. (Photo credit Brian Lawrence)

Documentary features Chief Jason Louie

Two days after the first public showing of Seven Days With the Chief at the Tivoli Theatre, a documentary featuring Lower Kootenay Band Chief Jason Louie got a standing ovation at a conference in Kimberley.

Jason Louie is the elected Chief of the Lower Kootenay Band. (Photo credit Brian Lawrence)
(Left to right) Noble Tony Mulder CVSC, winner Mark Veitch with 6 bass, Caelan Halonen youngest fisher, James Veitch 2nd place with 2 bass. Noble Derrick Todd CVSC, Les Herle Pres. CVR & GC. (Photo credit Noble Les MacDougall)

Fishing derby to support Shriner’s Children’s Hospital

A small test run for a fishing derby at Mawson Lake has encouraged the Creston Valley Shrine Club to make it an annual event to raise funds for the Shriners Children's Hospital.

(Left to right) Noble Tony Mulder CVSC, winner Mark Veitch with 6 bass, Caelan Halonen youngest fisher, James Veitch 2nd place with 2 bass. Noble Derrick Todd CVSC, Les Herle Pres. CVR & GC. (Photo credit Noble Les MacDougall)
Lower Kootenay residences get CBT support

Lower Kootenay residences get CBT support

Upgrades will include everything from spray foam insulation in attics to basement foundation repairs.

Lower Kootenay residences get CBT support
(A Event) The Interior Brewery Workers Union trophy, included Kevin Hedlund (third), Doug Thompson (second) and Bryan Smithson (lead). (Photo credit Dave Dyck)

Peete rink wins Butterfly Bonspiel

For the second consecutive year, a team skipped by Creston's Scott Peete has won the Butterfly Bonspiel.

(A Event) The Interior Brewery Workers Union trophy, included Kevin Hedlund (third), Doug Thompson (second) and Bryan Smithson (lead). (Photo credit Dave Dyck)
Domestic and neighbour disputes dominate police week

Domestic and neighbour disputes dominate police week

Creston RCMP received 62 calls.

Domestic and neighbour disputes dominate police week

This is the Life – Sadness breaks in

Have you ever noticed how quickly bad news can eclipse good news? I had a prime example of that on Monday after a very nice series of work-related experiences.

Jimmy Pub & Grill was named Best In Hospitality & Tourism for the Creston Valley Business Awards. (Photo credit Jimmy’s Pub and Grill)

Chamber awards night a success

More than 240 people gathered at Creston District Community Complex Saturday to celebrate Creston businesses and organizations in eight categories.

Jimmy Pub & Grill was named Best In Hospitality & Tourism for the Creston Valley Business Awards. (Photo credit Jimmy’s Pub and Grill)