Lauren Accili

Lauren is a journalist based in Salmon Arm, B.C. She started her journalism career in Vancouver, previously lived in Ladner her whole life, and joined the Vista Radio Salmon Arm team in 2025. Her bio says she’s excited to get to know the community and share its stories.
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Revelstoke receives funding to support region’s creativity

Arts Lauren Accili -
Columbia Basin Trust is providing nearly $18,000 for arts and culture projects in Revelstoke as part of its 2026/27 funding through the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance.

City of Revelstoke warns residents of telephone scam

City of Revelstoke Lauren Accili -
The City of Revelstoke is warning the public of a telephone scam targeting residents. 

Revelstoke Search and Rescue assists injured furry friend

Emergency Services Lauren Accili -
The Revelstoke Search and Rescue (RevSAR) had a slightly different rescue on Sunday, assisting a furry friend who had injured herself. 

Who is running for office in Revelstoke?

2026 Municipal Election Lauren Accili -
Today, Sept. 11 was the final day to submit your nomination papers for mayor, council and school trustees.

Tim Palmer to run for Revelstoke Mayor

Community Lauren Accili -
Tim Palmer, current Revelstoke city councillor is challenging Gary Sulz for mayor in this year's election.

Campfire ban lifted in Revelstoke

Environment Lauren Accili -
The Revelstoke Fire Rescue Services announced the City of Revelstoke's campfire ban was lifted. 

Public opposition stops proposed heli-ski resort near Revelstoke

Community Lauren Accili -
The Columbia Shuswap Regional District Board voted to deny third reading for a proposed rezoning to develop a large heli-ski resort near Revelstoke due to "overwhelming" public opposition. 

Revelstoke’s Water Meter Program to start first phase over upcoming weeks

City of Revelstoke Lauren Accili -
Revelstoke residents can expect a letter in the mail regarding the first step of the City's upcoming Water Meter Program. 

Evacuation order issued for Beaton area

Wildfires Lauren Accili -
The City of Revelstoke and Revelstoke Area Emergency Management Program (RAEMP) has issued an Evacuation Order for the Fish River Road and Incomappleux River Forest Service Road area due to the increased wildfire activity.

No change to Beaton area evacuation alert

Wildfires Lauren Accili -
The evacuation alert for the Beaton area remains unchanged.

BC SPCA urge pets owners to take precaution during air quality advisories

Health Lauren Accili -
The BC SPCA is urging pet owners to take precautions during air quality advisories to keep animals comfortable during wildfire season.

CSRD receives infrastructure funding for regional septage receiving station

Columbia Shuswap Regional District Lauren Accili -
The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD), partnering with the City of Revelstoke, is receiving over $2.8 million through the Community stream of the Build Communities Strong Fund (BCSF) to develop a Regional Septage Receiving Station.

Revel & Feast returns this October

Community Lauren Accili -
The Revel & Feast is returning this fall, inviting residents and visitors to discover more about the community through food, connection and shared conversations. 

Multiple wildfires scattered throughout Columbia-Shuswap

Wildfires Lauren Accili -
The BC Wildfire Service has recorded three wildfires labelled as "out of control" near and around Rogers Pass.

Columbia Basin to support LUNA Fest 2026

Community Lauren Accili -
The Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) is providing a funding boost of $15,000 towards Revelstoke's LUNA Fest 2026.

Air quality warning issued for Revelstoke

Environment Lauren Accili -
Environment Canada has issued an orange air quality warning for Revelstoke meaning impact levels are high.
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