Creston Valley Advance

2 days ago | crestonvalleyadvance.ca | Kelsey Yates

After decades of digging, planting, weeding, and pruning, Gertie and Barrie Brown have turned their backyard into a secret garden wonderland — and they’re inviting visitors to see it. On Saturday, June 21, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the couple will host Maggie and Daisy’s Garden Tour at 505 12 Ave. North. Entry is by donation, with all proceeds supporting PAWS (Pet Adoption and Welfare Society).

4 days ago | crestonvalleyadvance.ca | Kelsey Yates

For more than six decades, Michael Morris has been telling stories — on a typewriter, a classroom chalkboard, from a mayor’s chair, and now from his room at Swan Valley Lodge. This June marks the 16th anniversary of his weekly column in the Chapleau Express, his beloved hometown newspaper in Ontario. These days, with more limited dexterity, Morris receives help from Swan Valley staff to continue submitting his work — a gesture he says makes all the difference.

5 days ago | crestonvalleyadvance.ca | Kelsey Yates

The Creston RCMP are busy as usual, responding to more than 1,000 calls for service in the first quarter of 2025. While the overall number of files has remained steady compared to previous years, there has been a noticeable rise in violent crime. Staff Sgt. Brandon Buliziuk provided an update to council noting 1,042 calls for service logged between January and March, with 547 in the municipality and 495 in the surrounding rural area.

5 days ago | crestonvalleyadvance.ca | Kelsey Yates

Creston’s second annual Pride Fest is set to be a day of celebration and connection – with organizers promising an even bigger and better experience than last year. On June 14, the festivities will move to the larger venue of Canyon Park, which also reflects how much local support has grown. “We’re so stoked,” said Sin S., head co-ordinator with OUTspoken. “We’ve amped up the space — five times bigger. There's accessible parking, so the parking problem is beautifully solved.

6 days ago | crestonvalleyadvance.ca | Kelsey Yates

A small green space nestled quietly near the heart of Creston became a focal point of local pride and reflection last week. On May 27, residents, town officials, and history enthusiasts gathered to commemorate the original townsite staking location. The spot, known as Staking Park, is tucked away at the corner of 11 Avenue and Cook Street.