Wylie Henderson

Vancouver

Broadcaster and Journalist at CHDR (Cranbrook, BC)

News Reporter at Vista Radio

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Articles

MLA Shypitka weighs in on 30 month anniversary of Elkford ER closure

Mar 27, 2024 | 1029rewindradio.ca | Wylie Henderson

The MLA for Kootenay East is marking a grim milestone for East Kootenay health care. Tom Shypitka says Friday, March 29, marks the 30 month anniversary of a temporary closure of the emergency department in Elkford. Shypitka is questioning how long “temporary” is in this instance and if the word is offering false hope that the facility will ever reopen, he says recent announcements about bolstering health care staff in BC have not materialized locally.
Ghostriders up 2-0 in Kootenay Conference Finals

Mar 25, 2024 | 1029rewindradio.ca | Wylie Henderson

Ghostriders up 2-0 in Kootenay Conference Finals The Fernie Ghostriders are off to a great start in their third round KIJHL playoff series versus the Beaver Valley Nitehawks. Fernie leads the third round playoff series 2-0 after taking wins in games one and two in Fruitvale Friday and Saturday.
City of Cranbrook secures federal & provincial funds for reservoir upgrades

Mar 22, 2024 | 1029rewindradio.ca | Wylie Henderson

Federal and provincial funds will help the City of Cranbrook move ahead with upgrades to its Phillips Reservoir. The City says it has been awarded $9.5-million through the Canadian and BC governments to add a UV Disinfection facility at the reservoir. The new facility will use an Ultraviolet disinfection and liquid chlorine system to meet the Province’s Drinking Water Treatment Objectives for Surface Water.
City of Cranbrook secures federal & provincial funds for reservoir upgrades

Mar 22, 2024 | wild1047.ca | Wylie Henderson

City of Cranbrook secures federal & provincial funds for reservoir upgrades Mar 22, 2024 | 3:30 PM Wylie Henderson
Prescribed burn planned at Kikomun Creek Provincial Park next week

Mar 21, 2024 | 1029rewindradio.ca | Wylie Henderson

BC Wildfire Service crews are planning a prescribed burn at Kikomun Creek Provincial Park next week. The Southeast Fire Centre says it could begin March 27 if conditions allow. The project entails eight spot sized research-specific prescribed burns, smoke may be visible from Baynes Lake, Jaffray, Lake Koocanusa as well as Highways 3 and 93.
Province providing funds for RDEK through new BC Flood Strategy

Mar 21, 2024 | 1029rewindradio.ca | Wylie Henderson

The BC government is introducing its new flood strategy which aims to build flood preparedness throughout the province. The program entails a $39-million investment to support fifty risk reduction and climate action projects, this includes support for a few local projects. The Regional District of East Kootenay gets $2.15-million to support assessment and mitigation options guidance for Mine Creek and Hosmer, and for the Cold Spring Creek Debris Flow Mitigation project in Fairmont.
Wildsight-commissioned report estimates $6.4-billion bill for partial cleanup of Elk River

Mar 20, 2024 | wild1047.ca | Wylie Henderson

Wildsight-commissioned report estimates $6.4-billion bill for partial cleanup of Elk River Mountop removal coal mine, near Sparwood, Elk Valley, B.C. beside the Flathead Valley. Mar 20, 2024 | 3:12 PM Wylie Henderson
Wildsight-commissioned report estimates $6.4-billion bill for partial cleanup of Elk River

Mar 20, 2024 | 1029rewindradio.ca | Wylie Henderson

A local environmental group is reacting to a new report which suggests a multi-billion dollar bill on partial cleanup of water pollution in the Elk River from coal mining. Wildsight says it has commissioned a report which reveals it would cost at least $6.4 billion to reverse rising selenium concentrations in the transboundary water body.
RCMP investigating theft to Fairmont business

Mar 20, 2024 | 1029rewindradio.ca | Wylie Henderson

Police in the Columbia Valley are investigating a break and enter at the Fairmont Pizza and Ice Cream Parlour in Fairmont Hot Springs. Columbia Valley RCMP responded to the incident Sunday, the suspect accessed the business and removed cash and other property. RCMP are following up with forensic evidence found at the scene.
Environment Canada issues special weather statement for Elk Valley

Mar 20, 2024 | 1029rewindradio.ca | Wylie Henderson

Spring officially arrives this week, but winter’s got one last dance left before heading into the sunset. Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for the Elk Valley, it says significant snowfall is expected in the region Thursday morning into the evening. As much as 15 cm accumulation is expected, this after a warm spell which lasted over a week. You’re reminded to check Environment Canada’s website to monitor conditions.