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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

Creston artist finds joy in backyard beauty of birds and blooms

Creston artist finds joy in backyard beauty of birds and blooms

See Laura Leeder's art on display now at the Creston Valley Public Library
Federal election 2025: Conservative candidate Rob Morrison

Federal election 2025: Conservative candidate Rob Morrison

An interview with the candidate running in Columbia-Kootenay-Southern Rockies
Compostable bags get the green light in Creston curbside bins

Compostable bags get the green light in Creston curbside bins

Proper sorting of organics and recycling could save residents money
Lower Kootenay Band dances away old regrets at 'Second Chance Prom'

Lower Kootenay Band dances away old regrets at 'Second Chance Prom'

All the fun of dressing up and dancing, without the teenage drama
Kootenay All-Star Basketball Game returns to Creston

Kootenay All-Star Basketball Game returns to Creston

Players travelled from all over the Kootenays to participate
Creston Valley Bird Festival takes flight May 9 to 12

Creston Valley Bird Festival takes flight May 9 to 12

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Moo-ve over, winter: Kootenay Meadows cows heading to spring pastures

Moo-ve over, winter: Kootenay Meadows cows heading to spring pastures

Creston's annual spring turnout set for April 19
Creston's spring cleaning made easy with free garden waste drop-off

Creston's spring cleaning made easy with free garden waste drop-off

Yard and garden waste can be dropped off for free in April
Creston Valley Bird Festival takes flight this May

Creston Valley Bird Festival takes flight this May

Festival will run from May 9 to 12
Creston's mayor hoping to strengthen cross-border ties

Creston's mayor hoping to strengthen cross-border ties

Mayor Arnold DeBoon advocates for maintaining friendly relationships
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