The Cranbrook Bucks fell 5-3 to the Powell River Kings in their second game of the BCHL Showcase in Nisku, Alberta, on Monday afternoon (Oct. 12). Powell River jumped out to a two-goal lead in the opening minute. Michael Mikan scored 35 seconds into the game, followed by Tuukka Heiskanen at the 59-second mark. Heiskane...

Looking to contribute to the community by serving on a board? The City of Cranbrook is accepting applications for several volunteer positions. Advisory Planning Commission: The Advisory Planning Commission advises Council on matters respecting land use, community planning or proposed bylaws and permits. Four positions...

Cranbrook City Council has approved a $50,000 contribution to a joint youth initiative aimed at strengthening connections between middle and secondary school students and RCMP officers. The partnership between School District 5 and Cranbrook RCMP will create opportunities for open conversations and positive interaction...

The Cranbrook Bucks will carry momentum into tonight's (Oct. 9) matchup against the Trail Smoke Eaters at Western Financial Place after earning back-to-back road wins. The Bucks' work ethic and attention to detail paid off last weekend with a 6-2 win over Sherwood Park and a 4-1 victory over Spruce Grove. Head coach Ro...

The Kimberley Dynamiters look to continue their winning ways as they play Beaver Valley Nitehawks at Kimberley Civic Centre tonight (Oct. 9). The Nitros are coming off a 5-3 win against Quensel River Rush on Oct. 3, where head coach Derek Stuart said after the game that the team performed well on the power play and tha...

A Trail man is facing mischief charges stemming from a series of incidents involving damage to several businesses and vehicles in downtown Trail. On September 29, at approximately 4:30 a.m., Trail RCMP responded to reports of an individual damaging windows of businesses and vehicles in the downtown area. Officers atten...

Cranbrook City Council has approved a staff application to Columbia Basin Trust's GATHER program for improvements to Pop Price Park. The Gathering Area and Town Hub Enhancement and Revitalization (GATHER) program funds projects that revitalize, restore and enhance outdoor gathering spaces to support social connection a...

BC Highway Patrol is urging motorists to put down their cell phones and buckle up amid rising reports of distracted driving and seatbelt violations. "It's easy to blame the driver next to you for their bad and unsafe decisions, but maybe it's time to start looking in the mirror," says Superintendent Lori Orst...

Advance early voting took place on Wednesday (Oct. 7), and the City reported that 1,108 Cranbrook residents cast ballots. In comparison, 696 voters cast ballots at the first advance poll in 2022. The second and final advance poll will be Oct. 14 at the Senior Citizens Hall. There will also be special voting opportuniti...

The Kimberley Fire Department is inviting the community to its Open House today (Oct. 8). Residents can meet local firefighters, check out the department's trucks and equipment, and learn more about the people who keep the community safe. A cash BBQ will also be held, supporting the Kimberley Helping Hands Food Bank. I...