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Centre 64 roof needs extensive repairs

Centre 64 roof needs extensive repairs

The Kimberley Arts Council will not be receiving matching grant funds from the City of Kimberley for a new roof at Centre 64.
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City of Fernie supports sale of landmark home

City of Fernie supports sale of landmark home

Council decision on land rezoning paves the way for sale of Leroux Mansion in Fernie
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Cougar wandering near Fernie homes destroyed

Cougar wandering near Fernie homes destroyed

A cougar has been destroyed by conservation officers in Fernie after being found in a residential area and showing no fear towards humans.
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First snow falls on Elk Valley peaks

First snow falls on Elk Valley peaks

Mountains around the Elk Valley have emerged from the smoke after overnight rainfall cleared the air.
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Home at last

Home at last

Kimberley student builds tiny home as part of idependent design studies course.
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Elk Valley fires nearly double in size

Elk Valley fires nearly double in size

Coal Creek FSR and McDermid Creek fires not a threat to communities, despite growth
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Elk Valley wildfire update

Elk Valley wildfire update

McDermid Creek, 288ha, Coal Creek, 548ha
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3 fires near Castlegar grow to over 1,000 hectares each

3 fires near Castlegar grow to over 1,000 hectares each

Syringa Creek, Deer Creek and Renata/Bulldog Mountain fires continue to grow
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Regional news recap

Regional news recap

A quick recap of the top news stories this week in Kimberley, Creston, Cranbrook and Fernie.
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Elk Valley SAR groups rescue camper with serious burns

Elk Valley SAR groups rescue camper with serious burns

Woman camping in the Alexander Creek area, east of Sparwood, sustains serious burns from hot liquids
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