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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

Old regrets danced away as B.C. residents of a certain age enjoy 'Second Chance Prom'

Old regrets danced away as B.C. residents of a certain age enjoy 'Second Chance Prom'

All the fun of dressing up and dancing, without the teenage drama
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 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
Delighting drivers: B.C. farm on the fence about making community connections

Delighting drivers: B.C. farm on the fence about making community connections

From birthdays to proposals and everything in-between
UPDATE: Kootenay Pass now open

UPDATE: Kootenay Pass now open

Highway pass re-opened early Wednesday
Special weather advisory in effect for Kootenay Pass

Special weather advisory in effect for Kootenay Pass

Heavy snowfall expected on Hwy 3 summits for March 21
Kootenay Pass closed until 4 p.m. for avalanche control

Kootenay Pass closed until 4 p.m. for avalanche control

Hwy 3 closed in both directions until 4 p.m. today
Creston student advocates for accessible door at her school

Creston student advocates for accessible door at her school

Alexis Folk has used her voice to improve accessibility for herself and other students
A look back at the history of B.C.'s weigh scale stations

A look back at the history of B.C.'s weigh scale stations

BC Heritage Week is recognized from Feb. 17 to 23
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