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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

Proposed Wildlife Act changes to protect Kootenay Lake from invasive mussels

Proposed Wildlife Act changes to protect Kootenay Lake from invasive mussels

Preventative measures like Clean, Drain, Dry important to keeping mussels out of B.C.
Wildfire on Kootenay Lake's East Shore under control

Wildfire on Kootenay Lake's East Shore under control

Drivers advised to use caution on Hwy 3A between Birch and Larch roads
188 hours: Lizard on the lam reunited with Creston family

188 hours: Lizard on the lam reunited with Creston family

Missing bearded dragon returns home after a week-long search
Kootenays sizzle: Spring heat shatters temperature records

Kootenays sizzle: Spring heat shatters temperature records

Residents in six Kootenay communities were left sweating yesterday
A lifelong legacy of storytelling: Creston's Michael Morris shares wisdom

A lifelong legacy of storytelling: Creston's Michael Morris shares wisdom

This Seniors Week, remember that every senior has a story to tell
Pride Fest returns to Creston with bigger event, growing support

Pride Fest returns to Creston with bigger event, growing support

Don't miss the celebration with OUTspoken on June 14
Creston RCMP provide statement on logging truck collision, Hwy 3 closure

Creston RCMP provide statement on logging truck collision, Hwy 3 closure

Collision involved multiple vehicles, caused serious injuries
B.C. senior loses $50K to scammers pretending to be local mayors

B.C. senior loses $50K to scammers pretending to be local mayors

The fake identities of Kootenay mayors were used to add credibility
UPDATE: Hwy 3 east of Creston to re-open at 6 p.m.

UPDATE: Hwy 3 east of Creston to re-open at 6 p.m.

Highway 3 (Crowsnest Highway) was closed due to a serious motor vehicle incident
Body of missing kayaker recovered from Kootenay Lake

Body of missing kayaker recovered from Kootenay Lake

The 21-year-old from Creston went missing April 30
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