Steve Jessel

The Rockies celebrate after a second period goal by Ryan Henderson to make the score 4-1.

Rockies dominate Rockets 6-1

After a disappointing season last year, the Columbia Valley Rockies hockey team wows fans at home opener on Saturday (September 15).

The Rockies celebrate after a second period goal by Ryan Henderson to make the score 4-1.
This aerial view of the Octopus Mountain forest fire was taken on August 22 when the fire was almost 600 hectares in size. As of September 14

Forest fire in Kootenay National Park continues to burn

But Parks Canada says recent rain and cooler temperatures are keeping it at a manageable size.

This aerial view of the Octopus Mountain forest fire was taken on August 22 when the fire was almost 600 hectares in size. As of September 14
Invermere's Killer Rollbots are the East Kootenay Roller Derby League champions after winning their final bout against Fernie's Avalanche City Roller Girls 206-115 on Saturday (September 15).

Invermere Killer Rollbots win league championships

The Columbia Valley's women's roller derby team defeats Fernie Avalanche City Roller Girls in final bout.

Invermere's Killer Rollbots are the East Kootenay Roller Derby League champions after winning their final bout against Fernie's Avalanche City Roller Girls 206-115 on Saturday (September 15).
September 15 2012.

Photo Gallery: Show & Shine delivers

The Columbia Valley Classics Autumn Show and Shine hit Radium Hot Springs on Saturday (September 15).

September 15 2012.
September 14

Painted poodle

Dianne Fiala, owner of the Funky Dog Spa in Golden, brought her poodle-mix Shyster to the Valley Echo offices.

September 14
September 13

Photo Gallery: Rockies exhibition

The Columbia Valley Rockies took to the ice against the Creston Valley Thunder Cats on Saturday September 8.

September 13
Pictured with the 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 are past owner Lawrence Godlien (left)

Old friends still cruise valley together

When Rod Kashuba bought friend Lawrence Godlien's Candy Apple Red 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 in 1994, he had one simple goal.

Pictured with the 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 are past owner Lawrence Godlien (left)
Ben Schnider proudly displays his 1959 Ford Galaxie Fairlane 500

1959 Galaxie Fairlane out of this world

The year was 1961, and Ben Schnider was looking for a car.

Ben Schnider proudly displays his 1959 Ford Galaxie Fairlane 500
The Columbia Valley Rockies will hold their home opener against the Golden Rockets on September 15 at 7:30 p.m. following Rockies Day activities.

Columbia Valley Rockies season preview

Hockey season has returned, and the 2012-2013 Columbia Valley Rockies are generating a high level of buzz and excitement.

The Columbia Valley Rockies will hold their home opener against the Golden Rockets on September 15 at 7:30 p.m. following Rockies Day activities.
District of Invermere mayor and RDEK vice-chair Gerry Taft said he hopes the new routes make the Columbia Valley Transit system easier to use.

Columbia Valley Transit looking to increase ridership

BC Transit delivered its annual performance summary for 2011-2012 at a Regional District of East Kootenay meeting.

District of Invermere mayor and RDEK vice-chair Gerry Taft said he hopes the new routes make the Columbia Valley Transit system easier to use.
The gate has been locked and the bins removed at the Invermere transfer station

*UPDATED* Invermere transfer station shuts down

District of Invermere council votes to close the transfer station effective immediately.

The gate has been locked and the bins removed at the Invermere transfer station
Invermere mayor Gerry Taft said the issue of industrial park zoning was on councils radar.

Industrial park zoning pondered

Park could provide competitive advantage with lower rent.

Invermere mayor Gerry Taft said the issue of industrial park zoning was on councils radar.
Last year's inaugural event drew 26 participants yet still managed to raise over $3

Lace up your shoes for the Parkinson SuperWalk

Annual event raises funds and awareness for degenerative disorder that affects central nervous system.

Last year's inaugural event drew 26 participants yet still managed to raise over $3
Many hundreds of adults

Remember When? (September 15)

A look back at what's happened in the valley over the last 50 years.

Many hundreds of adults
Award-winning DJ Krafty Kuts will be at Bud's Bar and Lounge on Friday

DJ Krafty Kuts in Invermere

Invermere will be coming alive with the sounds of breaks, electro, dubstep, drum and bass and hip hop.

Award-winning DJ Krafty Kuts will be at Bud's Bar and Lounge on Friday
The Windermere Fall Fair and Scarecrow Festival hits the grounds of Windermere Elementary School on Sunday

Fall Fair a colourful affair

With the kids back at school and chillier nights on the horizon, a touch of fall is in the air.

The Windermere Fall Fair and Scarecrow Festival hits the grounds of Windermere Elementary School on Sunday
Rotarian Todd Fisher serves a Rocky Mountain School District 6 employee lunch during the by-annual congregation of Rocky Mountain S.D. 6 employees at David Thompson Secondary School on Wednesday August 29. Roughly 500 staff attended the meeting

Improvement fund gives boost to school district

Rocky Mountain School District 6 (SD6) will see $396,603 of the new provincial Learning Improvement Fund (LIF) this school year.

Rotarian Todd Fisher serves a Rocky Mountain School District 6 employee lunch during the by-annual congregation of Rocky Mountain S.D. 6 employees at David Thompson Secondary School on Wednesday August 29. Roughly 500 staff attended the meeting
A classic 1969 Volkswagon Convertible Beetle is the grand prize for this years Columbia Valley Rockies Classic Car Raffle.

Classic car up for grabs

For a chance to drive to Columbia Valley Rockies' games in style this season, make sure to buy your tickets soon.

A classic 1969 Volkswagon Convertible Beetle is the grand prize for this years Columbia Valley Rockies Classic Car Raffle.
Employee Deanna Berrington and owner Grey Bradatsch show off two of the pieces in the Artym Gallery's 'Top Secret Show' running until September 7.

The secret is out about the Artym Gallery

The Artym Gallery in Invermere is shrouded with mystery and intrigue this week.

Employee Deanna Berrington and owner Grey Bradatsch show off two of the pieces in the Artym Gallery's 'Top Secret Show' running until September 7.
Darryl Stettler (left) and Gerry's Gelati owner Gerry Taft show off some of the brand new equipment at YPC Fitness in Radium.

YPC Fitness expands to Radium

While summer is drawing to a close, it's never too early to get a start on your beach body for next year.

Darryl Stettler (left) and Gerry's Gelati owner Gerry Taft show off some of the brand new equipment at YPC Fitness in Radium.