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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

UPDATE: Kootenay Pass closed until 4 p.m.

UPDATE: Kootenay Pass closed until 4 p.m.

Highway pass closed for avalanche control
Special weather advisory in effect for Kootenay Pass

Special weather advisory in effect for Kootenay Pass

Heavy snowfall expected on Hwy 3 summits for March 21
Kootenay Pass closed until 4 p.m. for avalanche control

Kootenay Pass closed until 4 p.m. for avalanche control

Hwy 3 closed in both directions until 4 p.m. today
Creston student advocates for accessible door at her school

Creston student advocates for accessible door at her school

Alexis Folk has used her voice to improve accessibility for herself and other students
A look back at the history of B.C.'s weigh scale stations

A look back at the history of B.C.'s weigh scale stations

BC Heritage Week is recognized from Feb. 17 to 23
BC Road Trip Time Machine offers virtual vintage glimpse into our travel past

BC Road Trip Time Machine offers virtual vintage glimpse into our travel past

Ministry of Transportation videos showcase what B.C. highways were like 6 decades ago
Snowpack below normal in West Kootenay

Snowpack below normal in West Kootenay

Measurements are 24 per cent below normal
Paramedic calls for drug poisonings surge in Nelson but drop elsewhere in Kootenays

Paramedic calls for drug poisonings surge in Nelson but drop elsewhere in Kootenays

Across the province, there was a 4 per cent decrease in calls
‘You need to detain me’: BC man admitted to killing 2, asked to be arrested

‘You need to detain me’: BC man admitted to killing 2, 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
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