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5 days ago | 
kimberleybulletin.com | Paul Rodgers
June is Pride Month and the Kimberley Pride Society (KPS) has a ton of exciting events in store.
KPS is a grassroots, not-for-profit established in 2021/22. The Bulletin caught up with president Khadija Flynn to learn more about the society and discuss what they have planned for Pride Month.
Khadija and her partner first moved to Kimberley from Vancouver in 2019.
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1 week ago | 
cranbrooktownsman.com | Paul Rodgers
This year the Symphony of the Kootenays (SOTK) celebrates their 50th season. In addition to commemorating this significant milestone, marking five decades of remarkable orchestral performances around the region, SOTK has announced their line up for the 2025-26 season.
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1 week ago | 
nelsonstar.com | Paul Rodgers
A Category 3 Open fire prohibition will come into effect for the Southeast Fire Centre Friday, May 30, as per a SEFC press release issued May 26.
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1 week ago | 
kimberleybulletin.com | Paul Rodgers
Following a pause on the annual event, McWhinnie Day returned on Friday, May 23, to the Kimberley Skatepark, honouring Bob McWhinnie, the man who made the park happen in the first place.
"Bob McWhinnie — he was a real joyful, fun guy," said Alex Buterman, who has been an organizer of McWhinnie Day for many years.
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2 weeks ago | 
kimberleybulletin.com | Paul Rodgers
With the arrival of spring, the annual seasonal bio-solids work is underway now at the wastewater treatment plant, meaning Marysville residents may notice stronger odours emanating from the facility.
"Each spring and summer, the City carries out important maintenance to remove and dry bio-solids, which can lead to more noticeable odours," City staff said.
"Depending on the weather and wind, the smells might come and go throughout the warmer months.
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2 weeks ago | 
cranbrooktownsman.com | Paul Rodgers
Interior Health has announced upcoming measles immunization clinics in the East Kootenay over the next few weeks.
While no cases of measles have been confirmed in the Interior Health (IH) region, confirmed cases in the South Zone of Alberta have prompted Alberta Health Services (AHS) to alert the public to potential exposures.
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2 weeks ago | 
kimberleybulletin.com | Paul Rodgers
Military Ames, in partnership with Ret'd Sgt. Sue Harvey, will host Driving Forward — From Service to Support, The Warrior Resiliency Program on Friday, June 6.
Harvey, who is both a US Army Veteran and a 13-year veteran of the RCMP, will lead this clinic that addresses the mental health challenges faced by military personnel, RCMP and first responders, through the use of sport and human performance. This includes better decision making in high-stress situations.
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2 weeks ago | 
kimberleybulletin.com | Paul Rodgers
After a multi-year process, Military Ames will has announced the date of the unveiling ceremony for their Service Dog Memorial.
The public is invited to join Military Ames at Spokane Street, the entrance to the Platzl, to unveil this monument to service dogs at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 7.
"It’s been a meaningful journey and the moment has finally arrived," said Cindy Postnikoff of Military Ames.
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3 weeks ago | 
kimberleybulletin.com | Paul Rodgers
Tourism Kimberley (TK) gave a presentation to Kimberley City Council, featuring Simply Kimberley owner Tod Caton and Executive Director Andrew McNair.
This was the first presentation to council for McNair, who’s now in his seventh month with Tourism Kimberley, having arrived here from the East Coast in late October.
“It’s been a wonderful six months so far,” McNair said. “I’ve felt really welcomed into the community and I’m excited to be here and learn a lot more about it.
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3 weeks ago | 
cranbrooktownsman.com | Paul Rodgers
The Cranbrook and Kimberley Hospice Society will host a free Advance Care Planning Workshop in the Kimberley Public Library's upstairs Reading Room on Monday, May 20 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
“We are excited to present the Advance Care Planning Workshop at the Kimberley Public Library,” said Hospice Society volunteer Marla Taylor. “Every participant will receive a comprehensive Interior Health Workbook to keep.
