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Kelsey Yates

Kelsey Yates

Kelsey Yates has had a lifelong passion for newspapers and storytelling. Originally from Alberta, she graduated from SAIT Polytechnic's journalism program in 2016. She went on to serve as a reporter for a variety of weekly publications including the Airdrie Echo, Cochrane Times, and Strathmore Standard. After 10 years spent in the Calgary area, she made the move to the Creston Valley to enjoy the beautiful scenery and outdoor recreation. When not in the office, she enjoys hiking, kayaking, birdwatching, painting, and hanging out with her cat, Kiki.

Phone
250-428-2266 ext. 14
Email
editor@crestonvalleyadvance.ca

Recent Work by Kelsey

Rosebud Lake Regional Park expanding to protect turtle habitat

Rosebud Lake Regional Park expanding to protect turtle habitat

BC Parks Foundation is supporting the expansion of the park between Salmo and Creston
‘You need to detain me’: Accused in Creston woman's death asked to be arrested

‘You need to detain me’: Accused in Creston woman's death asked to be arrested

After confessing to two deaths initially deemed accidental, McIntyre remained out of custody for over a month
Creston Valley Minor Hockey nears completion of legacy project

Creston Valley Minor Hockey nears completion of legacy project

New exhibit will showcase 100 years of ice sports
Kootenay drivers urged to stay safe on winter roads

Kootenay drivers urged to stay safe on winter roads

Go slow and stay home in inclement weather
Witnesses sought after snowplow collision near Castlegar kills boy

Witnesses sought after snowplow collision near Castlegar kills boy

The accident occurred Saturday on Highway 3
Whirling disease confirmed in Kootenay Lake

Whirling disease confirmed in Kootenay Lake

Fisheries are at risk of being infected with the invasive parasite
Creston man charged with child porn offences misses court date

Creston man charged with child porn offences misses court date

Jesse Wood is now wanted on a warrant for failing to appear in court, police say
Lower Kootenay Band walks 5K to hospital for addictions awareness

Lower Kootenay Band walks 5K to hospital for addictions awareness

Indigenous communities hit hard by toxic drug crisis since 2016
Creston pickleball players compete internationally

Creston pickleball players compete internationally

Athletes shared their love of the inclusive sport
Contractor hired to deconstruct Creston's white grain elevator

Contractor hired to deconstruct Creston's white grain elevator

Phoenix Enterprises Ltd. began the process on Nov. 18
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