Kate Brown

Kate is a proud mom of two with a wealth of journalism, media and communications experience. Born in Australia, Kate moved to the Kootenays for a change in lifestyle and now spends her days enjoying the mountains, lakes and activities the region has to offer.
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B.C. Green candidate Rana Nelson puts electoral reform, housing and climate action at centre of campaign

2026 BC Election Kate Brown -
B.C. Green Party candidate Rana Nelson is calling for electoral reform, affordable housing and stronger climate action as she campaigns for the Columbia River-Revelstoke seat in the Oct. 24 provincial election.

McInnis seeks another term in Columbia River-Revelstoke

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Scott McInnis is asking Columbia River-Revelstoke voters for another term in the B.C. legislature, saying rural health care, transportation and backcountry access will remain among his priorities if re-elected.

Distracted driving and seat belt violations rise across Kootenays

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Distracted driving and seat belt enforcement increased across the Kootenays in September, prompting renewed warnings from BC Highway Patrol.

Grizzlies use four-goal third period to beat Leafs 6-2

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Special teams proved to be the difference Tuesday night as the Revelstoke Grizzlies pulled away in the third period for a 6-2 win over the Nelson Leafs.

Golden mayoral candidate Kristi Cooper puts community voice at centre of campaign

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Golden mayoral candidate Kristi Cooper is campaigning on transparency, community engagement and sustainable decision-making ahead of the Oct. 17 election.

Eby emphasizes B.C. projects amid pipeline debate

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B.C. NDP Leader David Eby said his focus remains on securing investment for British Columbia as debate continues over the proposed Pacific Link oil pipeline.

Golden councillor Wes Routley makes bid for mayor

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Golden councillor Wes Routley is seeking the mayor’s chair, promising a focus on infrastructure, housing and greater community involvement.

Ducks Unlimited plans next phase of Kootenay wetland restoration

Environment Kate Brown -
Ducks Unlimited Canada is preparing for another phase of floodplain restoration near Cranbrook after spring flooding provided an early test of work completed last year.

Golden and Revelstoke voters set for contested mayoral races

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Voters in Golden and Revelstoke will choose their next mayors in October, with both communities facing contested races following the close of nominations.

Who’s running? 2026 Rogers Pass election candidates

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Candidate lists based on CivicInfoBC and media reports. The nomination deadline is Sept. 11.

B.C. lost 26,000 full-time jobs while gaining 20,600 part-time jobs

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B.C. lost 5,500 jobs in August as the unemployment rate rose to 6.5 per cent, with full-time employment falling by 26,000 positions.

Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA Scott McInnis leaves B.C. Conservatives

Politics Kate Brown -
Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA Scott McInnis has quit the B.C. Conservative caucus, becoming the latest MLA to leave amid growing criticism of Leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay.

Area restriction lifted for Sea Lion Mountain wildfire near Golden

Wildfires Kate Brown -
An area restriction around the Sea Lion Mountain wildfire northeast of Golden is being lifted as fire activity decreases.

Off-road vehicle prohibition lifted in Southeast Fire Centre

Wildfires Kate Brown -
An off-road vehicle prohibition on Crown land throughout the Southeast Fire Centre was lifted at noon Friday as recent rainfall reduced the wildfire risk.

Man dies in workplace incident at Golden forestry business

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A man has died following a workplace incident at a forestry business in Golden.

Penticton showing its generosity towards wildfire evacuees

Emergency Services Kate Brown -
The Bald Range wildfire grew slightly to 184 square kilometres in size as of today, an area larger than the City of Vancouver.
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Oxford English Dictionary adds ‘elbows up,’ and other popular Canadianisms

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My word, a Canadian’s use of the English language is bedazzled with meaning, context, and historical significance.

OPP officer killed near Hearst, Ont

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A 29-year-old OPP officer has been killed on duty in a rural area near Hearst. 

B.C. leaders pause politics to honour victims of Tumbler Ridge shooting

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Flags at the B.C. legislature flew at half-mast Thursday as leaders mourned eight people killed in a mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge.

Psychologist offers guidance to parents after Tumbler Ridge, B.C., shooting

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In the wake of a deadly shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., that involved victims between the ages of 11 and 13, a psychologist is advising guardians to check in with themselves before talking to their children.

MPs approve federal budget in tight vote, averting a snap election

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A narrow majority of MPs voted in favour of the Liberal government’s budget Monday, avoiding another federal election.
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