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Rural fire services receive donations

The RDEK’s Rural Fire and Rescue Service in the South Country is very grateful for two recent donations in recognition of their efforts to protect homes and properties during this summer’s wildfire season.

Dec 7, 2017 3:25 PM Read more >

Blackmore set to launch charter challenge

Bountiful polygamist leader back in Cranbrook Supreme Court next week.

Dec 7, 2017 12:30 PM Read more >

Local medical marijuana retailer says more details on government’s plan for pot are needed

The sale of medical marijuana is not being addressed yet, says Tamara Duggan of Tamarack Dispensaries in Kimberley

Dec 7, 2017 11:26 AM Read more >

Calgary Olympic bid should not include Lake Louise: Stetski

Plans for Calgary to bid on the 2026 Olympic winter games should not include Lake Louise, Kootenay Columbia Member of Parliament Wayne Stetski said in the House of Commons today.

Dec 7, 2017 10:30 AM Read more >

City repairing water main break

Water service is being shutdown near the Cranbrook Golf Course this morning for an emergency water main repair.

Dec 7, 2017 9:15 AM Read more >

RCMP arrest two after vehicle chase

At approximately 4:05 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 2, a police officer from the Integrated Road Safety Unit attempted to stop a red Ford F350 pickup truck travelling eastbound on Highway 3/93 near Cranbrook.

Dec 6, 2017 3:00 PM Read more >

Reflecting on fall legislative session

Kootenay East MLA Tom Shypitka talks about working in the official opposition

Dec 6, 2017 2:50 PM Read more >

Local medical marijuana retailer says more details on government’s plan for pot are needed

The sale of medical marijuana is not being addressed yet, says Tamara Duggan of Tamarack Dispensaries in Kimberley

Dec 6, 2017 2:21 PM Read more >

Investigation ongoing at Fernie Memorial Arena

The Free Press sat down with City of Fernie officials to discuss what they know as of this time.

Dec 6, 2017 1:44 PM Read more >

Dog license renewal notices in the mail

For the Townsman

Dec 6, 2017 12:15 PM Read more >