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West Fernie project needs public support

The city of Fernie is asking for the public’s help in the West Fernie Boundary extension.
Mount Polley spill may be left in place

Mount Polley spill may be left in place

Further tests will determine whether the metal-bearing sand will be removed or left where it is, Mines Minister Bill Bennett says

Severe thunderstorm warning

As severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for East Kootenay, according to Environment Canada.
Lost Souls Project shows public their research

Lost Souls Project shows public their research

Fernie funeral home, Cherished Memories, opened its doors to the public, displaying nearly 18 years of cemetery research.
Construction has begun on new residential community

Construction has begun on new residential community

Development on a substantial portion of the 660-acre parcel of land one kilometer from Fernie’s historic downtown has begun.
Mine dam inspections ordered across B.C.

Mine dam inspections ordered across B.C.

Independent engineering inspections have been ordered for Mount Polley mine and nearly 100 other mine tailings ponds

Crime spree suspects taken into custody

Following a four day crime spree in the valley, Elk Valley RCMP arrested two male suspects and took them into custody.
The Ministry of Environment speaks out against illegal bull trout fishing

The Ministry of Environment speaks out against illegal bull trout fishing

With the fall quickly approaching, and bull trout preparing to spawn, locals are being reminded that catching these trout fish is illegal.
Asking Fernie to participate in National Relaxation Day

Asking Fernie to participate in National Relaxation Day

According to Statistics Canada, 3.7 million Canadian workers are stressed out.

Campfire ban lifted

The Southeast Fire Centre campfire ban has been lifted.