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Author: ingrid

Ingrid has been the owner and editor of The East Shore Mainstreet newspaper since 2002. She lives and works out of her home in Gray Creek alongside her husband Juergen and children Zoe and Luka.

GIVE YOUR INPUT ON THE KOOTENAY LAKE FERRY PROJECT! MEETINGS TODAY!

FERRY PROJECT MEETING TODAY AT CB SCHOOL FROM 5-8PM – OPEN HOUSE We heard you! Based on feedback from the 2016 consultation process, the Balfour Ferry Terminal will stay in its current location, and we are taking steps to address challenges and make improvements: Temporary service changes – March 11 to April 21: to ensure […]

4th Annual Youth Arts Festival Schedule Announced!

submitted by Oxygen Arts Centre, Nelson – BC The 4th Annual Youth Arts Festival will take place in Nelson and Trail February 13-20! Please join us for some of this exciting programming. Since 2015 the annual Youth Arts Festivals have garnered inspired responses from participants, provided professional experiences for young artists, and opportunities for everyone […]

Survey Says!…

  by Creston Valley-Kootenay Lake Economic Action Partnership The results are in! The Creston Valley-Kootenay Lake Economic Action Partnership (CV-KL EAP) officially released the outcome from the Economic Action Partnership Strategy Survey to the public. In October 2017, the communities from Yahk to Yaqan Nukiy to Riondel were invited to participate in surveys on improving […]

Support Available Now for Business Community – Deadline Extended for Input!

Support Available Now For Business Community by Creston Valley-Kootenay Lake Economic Action Partnership Provide your input, before it’s too late! The business support survey deadline has been extended to January 31st to allow more time for the business community to communicate their thoughts and concerns to the Creston Valley-Kootenay Lake Economic Action Partnership (CV-KL EAP). […]

The Bluebell Manor in Riondel Has a Vacancy

The Bluebell Manor Society is  seeking applications from anyone interested in living there. The Bluebell Manor has five self-contained suites approximately 600 square feet each. Rent is subsidized for those on a low income.  Preference is given to applicants 60 years of age or older. Manor residents must be capable of living independently. If interested […]

Gray Creek Hall Sound System Available for Modest Donation

The directors of Gray Creek Hall have decided that it’s finally time to decommission the sound system at the hall, as it gets very little use, and requires attention. Thus, all of these items are being offered to members of our community, for a modest donation (suggested minimum donation – $20) Please look carefully at […]

Avalanche Risk High – Avoid the Backcountry

DATE: THURSDAY, JANUARY 11, 2018 Recreational Backcountry Travellers Urged to Avoid Avalanche Terrain Special Public Avalanche Warning for Much of BC’s Interior Ranges. For more information click HERE Jan 11, 2018, Revelstoke, BC: Avalanche Canada and Parks Canada are issuing a Special Public Avalanche Warning for recreational backcountry users, in effect immediately until the end of day […]

Correction on Starbelly Jam Article in January Mainstreet

In the January edition of the Mainstreet, there was an error in a price for the weekend passes at the gate. It read $14 and should have read $145. Apologies for any confusion. The correct version is below. Starbelly Jam Festival 2018 Is Coming! Submitted by Lee Reidl for Starbelly Jam Music Society Starbelly Jam […]

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