Nicole Trigg

Heavy rainfall overnight has caused flooding in Fairmont Hot Springs

Heavy rainfall causes flooding in Fairmont

In Fairmont Hot Springs, crews are responding to flooding after heavy rainfall and resulting debris blocked culverts.

Heavy rainfall overnight has caused flooding in Fairmont Hot Springs

Editorial: True Local

Meet the new local. Not the new neighbour who just moved to town. This "local" applies to food and the definition has recently changed.

2007 — On June 15

Remember When? (June 19th, 2013)

A look back through The Valley Echo's archives over the last 50 years.

2007 — On June 15
Invermere resident Carson Tomalty crosses the finish line of the Wasa Triathlon

Valley athletes perform at Wasa

The 2013 Gerick Sports Wasa Triathlon at Wasa Provincial Park on June 8th and 9th drew participants from across Western Canada.

Invermere resident Carson Tomalty crosses the finish line of the Wasa Triathlon

Between a rock and a hard place

A drinking water system in Canal Flats does not meet Interior Health's new health standards, but needs to by 2015

Remember When (June 5, 2013)

A look back through The Valley Echo over the last 50 years

When cycling through the Columbia Valley

Cyclist peddles Highway 93, Arizona to Alberta

Greg Van Tighem recently rode the entire length of Highway 93, from Wickenburg, Arizona to Jasper, B.C.

When cycling through the Columbia Valley
The federal government is proceeding with the commercialization of the Radium

Radium hot pools privatization delayed

First Nations consultations taking time, Parks Canada employees' union is calling for reversal on decision

The federal government is proceeding with the commercialization of the Radium

Editorial: Drinking water dilemmas

For many who live in the urban areas of our province, B.C.'s Drinking Water Week is just another proclaimed "week".

2009 — Children and their parents turned out to the Invermere Public Library to read and make Mother’s Day cards

Remember When? (May 15)

A look back at what happened in the valley this week over the past 50 years

2009 — Children and their parents turned out to the Invermere Public Library to read and make Mother’s Day cards

Editorial: Macdonald making do

To many, Norm Macdonald's re-election as the NDP MLA for Columbia River-Revelstoke comes as no surprise.

Editorial: Market demands

The farmer's market provides easy access to items not otherwise found in the valley, and it's a great gathering place for friends and family

A recent study has revealed toxic selenium levels in the Elk River due to mining projects in the Elk Valley

Elk Valley an area of growing concern for Ktunaxa despite economic agreement

Province must take different approach to reduce contamination: Ktunaxa Nation

A recent study has revealed toxic selenium levels in the Elk River due to mining projects in the Elk Valley

Wilks feeling good about federal budget

Focus on infrastructure bodes well for Kootenay-Columbia riding: Wilks

West Kootenay EcoSociety executive director David Reid stands outside the Nelson courthouse Monday (February 18) afternoon after submitting an application for a judicial review of the Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort Municipality.

Jumbo Glacier faces third legal challenge

EcoSociety is arguing that the creation of a municipality with no residents for the benefit of a private development is unconstitutional

West Kootenay EcoSociety executive director David Reid stands outside the Nelson courthouse Monday (February 18) afternoon after submitting an application for a judicial review of the Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort Municipality.
Each Friday night in February

Socialize on the slopes of Fairmont at Starlight

The Starlight Challenge is in full swing for the month of February.

Each Friday night in February

Canfor plywood donated for Canal Flats ice arena

One of the world’s leading producers of wood products will be getting more involved in Canal Flats.

Municipal auditor general to launch by April

The first-ever auditor general for local government in BC hopes to visit the Columbia Valley within three years

Ian Murray (#161) was the top male racer in both the Classic and skate events (Brad Kitching photo);

Nipika/Toby Creek Nordic Loppet Weekend a huge success

The weather was fantastic for the Nipika/Toby Creek Nordic Loppet Weekend.

Ian Murray (#161) was the top male racer in both the Classic and skate events (Brad Kitching photo);
Joseph Camenzind (pictured here) and his wife Agnes were both from Switzerland but met in Canada and settled in the Columbia Valley.

Invermere library named in resident’s will

More funds will follow initial interim payment of $50,000 once estate is settled.

Joseph Camenzind (pictured here) and his wife Agnes were both from Switzerland but met in Canada and settled in the Columbia Valley.