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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

New distillery sets spirits high in Creston

New distillery sets spirits high in Creston

Formerly Wynndel Craft Distilleries, Sternwheeler is now open on Canyon Street
Council catch-up: RCMP hitting crime reduction target

Council catch-up: RCMP hitting crime reduction target

All the recent news from Creston's town council
Creston breaks another temperature record as heat wave persists

Creston breaks another temperature record as heat wave persists

Heat is expected to ease this week
Two wildfires burning in Central Kootenay

Two wildfires burning in Central Kootenay

Wildfires have been detected near Wall Mountain and Kloosh Creek
Owner of Creston's Retro Cafe on the road to recovery

Owner of Creston's Retro Cafe on the road to recovery

Chef Corinne Lauro underwent urgent surgery in June
Creston's Bigfoot Cafe opens, with big hearts and even bigger pasta bowls

Creston's Bigfoot Cafe opens, with big hearts and even bigger pasta bowls

New restaurant focuses on family and hearty meals
Heat wave breaks temperature record for Creston

Heat wave breaks temperature record for Creston

Stay hydrated and protect yourself from heat-related illnesses
Creston Museum offers guided tours to share town's rich history

Creston Museum offers guided tours to share town's rich history

History About Town Week runs Monday, July 15 to Saturday, July 20
Stage 2 restrictions in effect for Creston, all RDCK water systems

Stage 2 restrictions in effect for Creston, all RDCK water systems

The heat wave has added pressure to the water system
Pro wrestlers throwing down in Creston this summer

Pro wrestlers throwing down in Creston this summer

Creston Valley Chaos will debut Friday, July 26 at the rec centre
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