Invermere Valley Echo

The Rockies were on the defensive when they played Creston at the Eddie on December 13th, losing 9-2. But that loss was countered with a 6-4 win over the Thunder Cats in Creston on Friday, January 13th.

Rockies take massive two points in Creston

Despite a rocky start to the 2017 year, the Columbia Valley Rockies rebounded with consecutive victories over Creston and Golden.

The Rockies were on the defensive when they played Creston at the Eddie on December 13th, losing 9-2. But that loss was countered with a 6-4 win over the Thunder Cats in Creston on Friday, January 13th.
DR. PATRICK JAMES KAVANAGH

DR. PATRICK JAMES KAVANAGH

DR. PATRICK JAMES KAVANAGH died peacefully on January 15, 2017 with family…

  • Jan 15, 2017
DR. PATRICK JAMES KAVANAGH

New Mountain Hospitality program gets funding influx

A provincial-federal government funding partnership will see more funding flowing to train people in rural B.C. communities

Kootenay officials make voices heard on Columbia River Treaty renegotiation

With the possibility of a renewed Columbia River Treaty less than a decade away, groups are giving increased attention to the matter

Rockies centre Mike Dyck waits for the pass on Saturday night during Columbia Valley's game against Kimberley at the Eddie, which the local team lost by a disappointing 11-2, partly due to officiating, said the team's head scout Scott Dubielewicz.

Rockies face setbacks in the new year

Despite turning over the calendar into a new year, the Columbia Valley Rockies continue to struggle with consecutive losses last week.

Rockies centre Mike Dyck waits for the pass on Saturday night during Columbia Valley's game against Kimberley at the Eddie, which the local team lost by a disappointing 11-2, partly due to officiating, said the team's head scout Scott Dubielewicz.

Valley residents offer feedback on species at risk

The Ministry of Environment recently reported that more than 450 comments came through during online consultation

  • Jan 11, 2017

RDEK seeks recycling collection partnership with MMBC

RDEK ask to be added the MMBC's list of regions wanting to partner with the agency on its Depot Collection Financial Incentive opportunity.

Canal Flats mayor express optimism about new CertainTeed mine

Council discusss CertainTeed mine's new location and the possibility of a visitor service location in the village during December meeting

Kootenay Savings contributes

Kootenay Saving Community Foundation donates to Columbia Valley Hospice Society

Parks Canada wants your input

Government seek Canadian view on how Parks Canada should work to protect and present national parks

Water consumption reduced

Columbia Basin communities, including Edgewater, Golden, Radium and Invermere, help push Water Smart program to success

2016: a great year in a new valley

A look back at a first year reporting in the Columbia Valley

Rockies break nine-game skid with win over Golden

Columbia Valley finally gains some purchase with victory over bottom dwelling Rockets

Report suggests Christmas gifts pose security risks

A new report suggests that Canadians need to be doing a better job at securing their new electronics during the holidays.

Editorial: World Juniors are fun, but not everything

The World Juniors are about to start up and while they're an exciting time of year for hockey, they're not everything.

Give the gift of ‘species protection’ this Christmas

The Nature Conservancy of Canada is launching the gift-giving program of special protection this holiday season.

  • Dec 21, 2016
Captain Peter Matthews said he's happy to be selected as the captain of the Rockies in his final season.

Matthews named as Rockies’ team captain

More than half way through the season, the Rockies have named their captain, selecting defenceman Peter Matthews.

Captain Peter Matthews said he's happy to be selected as the captain of the Rockies in his final season.

Radium noise bylaw to stay status quo

Village council for Radium Hot Springs decided to keep the status quo for the noise bylaw after much deliberation.

Increased electricity usage as temperatures drop

With winter temperatures continuing to drop, electricity demand across the province continues to increase.

  • Dec 21, 2016
Connor McKay in net against Nelson when the Rockies won 7-4 on November 19th.

Rockies losing on more than just the ice

The Rockies extended their losing streak to six games with two losses last weekend but also lost goaltender Connor McKay.

Connor McKay in net against Nelson when the Rockies won 7-4 on November 19th.