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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

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
B.C. man declared dangerous offender after dismembering casual friend

B.C. man declared dangerous offender after dismembering casual friend

Nathaniel Jessup killed, dismembered Katherine McAdam 9 years ago
B.C. Greens' Furstenau reveals mental health care plan in Creston

B.C. Greens' Furstenau reveals mental health care plan in Creston

Furstenau and Charlwood announced plan, answered questions at the library
Creston orchards face tough season due to fruit shortage

Creston orchards face tough season due to fruit shortage

A cold snap in January has led to a difficult season for farmers
'Loud and be proud': B.C. community to celebrate its first Pride event

'Loud and be proud': B.C. community to celebrate its first Pride event

OUTspoken is leaving its legacy for the 2SLGBTQ+ community
Firearms and ammunition stolen from B.C. business

Firearms and ammunition stolen from B.C. business

Creston RCMP called to a break and enter at local sporting goods store
Paps and Tats: Lower Kootenay Band promotes cervical cancer screening with free tattoos

Paps and Tats: Lower Kootenay Band promotes cervical cancer screening with free tattoos

Local Creston tattoo artist offered free ink with pap smears
Town of Creston restores reservoir, opens new community wetland

Town of Creston restores reservoir, opens new community wetland

Dwight and Rosamund Moore Community Wetland will serve as public green space, educational site
Truck crashes at Kootenay Bay Ferry Terminal due to brake failure

Truck crashes at Kootenay Bay Ferry Terminal due to brake failure

The driver was badly injured in the crash on Sept. 13
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