Cranbrook Townsman

Morrison lands endorsement from former Reform stalwart

Kootenay-Columbia candidate Rob Morrison has secured the endorsement of a former Tory leader who made history as Canada's first female Leader of the Opposition.

Stetski, NDP pledge funding for climate change disaster relief

The federal NDP campaign stopped in Cranbrook on Friday, as candidates pledged $3 billion over four years to assist people displaced by climate change-elated disasters, such as wildfires or floods.

City clarifies Idlewild relocation plan after beaver backlash

Relocating a beaver in the Idlewild Park area to a more suitable open-water habitat will be more ideal for creature's long-term survival, according to the City of Cranbrook.

Kootenay-Columbia candidates debate issues during virtual forum

Topics included COVID-19 spending, federal debt, climate change, diversity and Indigenous issues

LETTER: Beavers of Idlewild Park

Many questions surrounding the relocation of a beaver at Idlewild Park

  • Sep 10, 2021

SD5 hires Nick Taylor as new secretary-treasurer

Taylor will be moving to the East Kootenay region with his wife and two kids

  • Sep 10, 2021

Cranbrook COVID-19 cases remain high: BC CDC

68 cases reported between Aug. 29-Sept.4, according to latest data from public health officials

One adult in custody following police incident in Cranbrook

One adult male has been taken into police custody following a vehicular incident that ended in the Southview neighbourhood of Cranbrook Thursday afternoon (Sept. 9).

Special Olympics Cranbrook/Kimberley looks to recruit athletes, volunteers

Several upcoming sessions for the 2021/22 season and beyond

  • Sep 9, 2021

City to relocate ‘problematic’ beaver from Idlewild Park wetlands

A 'problematic' beaver is set to be relocated from Idlewild Park after causing ecological damage to the area, according to the City of Cranbrook.

Bill Nye firefighting made easier through previous mitigation efforts

Tying in the south boundary of the fire to a previous prescribed burn area aided in efforts, experts say

  • Sep 7, 2021

COVID-19 outbreak declared at Joseph Creek Village

Interior Health is reporting an outbreak of eight COVID-19 cases at Joseph Creek Village in Cranbrook.

Cranbrook RCMP seek help in identifying subject

Several vehicles had mirrors smashed in August, caught on video

  • Sep 7, 2021

Significant funding awarded for Cranbrook tourism master plan

Cranbrook is getting ready to move forward on developing a master tourism plan, as nearly $100,000 of grant funding from various sources has been awarded for the initiative.

Cranbrook RCMP seek info on stolen vehicle

Cranbrook RCMP is seeking public information relating to a vehicle stolen during the night over the weekend.

Farm Life: A time of transition and gratitude

Last night, as I was walking the dogs around our new neighbourhood and taking in the sights and sounds, I had an epiphanic moment.

  • Sep 6, 2021

Rowing club seeks stewardship of Jimsmith Lake access point

The regional district will be looking at taking over a right of way access to Jimsmith Lake in partnership with the Rockies Rowing Club.

Students head back for a second school year amid COVID-19

Staff and students continue to navigate the challenges posed by COVID-19 as school begins

RDEK board supports St. Mary Lake rock climbing referral

Final decision on trail access, parking lot issues are made by the provincial government ministry

Afghanistan: Keeping the Elephants Away

By Gwynne Dyer

  • Sep 2, 2021