Storrm Lennie

Storrm began her journalism career in the Kootenays, joining Vista Radio in 2022. Originally from Red Deer, Alta., she now calls Nelson home and brings her passion for politics and community to her reporting.

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Creston Valley Chamber slams Baker Street market move

The Creston Valley Chamber of Commerce executive director is calling the City of Nelson’s decision to move the Wednesday Farmers’ Market “insulting.” 

BCGEU pushes for inland ferry regulation reform

The BC General Employees Union is calling on the province to take a stronger role in regulating inland ferry services, following a bitter five-month labour dispute that severely impacted Kootenay Lake communities. 

Fatal crash claims the life of 17-year old from Proctor

Nelson RCMP are searching for witnesses in relation to a fatal collision that claimed the life of a 17-year-old girl from Proctor. 

Selkirk College balances budget with implications

Selkirk College is on track to end this fiscal with a balanced budget, but doing so has come with a cost.  

Nelson zoning amendment passed- but not with Mayor’s blessing

Despite Mayor Janice Morrison's opposition, council has passed the first three readings of an amendment to its Official Community Plan to change the land use designation for the City-owned Front Street property located beside the Nelson and District Community Complex. 

BCUC approves FortisBC’s wildfire safety policy

The implementation of FortisBC’s Power Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) policy has received the green light from the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC). 

Donations for Waits on Nelsons’ suspended fund shrink, while need grows

In 2009, Wait’s on Nelson’s set out a tin to collect spare change for donations - today, the simple gesture funds about 12 meals a day. But as the need grows, so does the urgency for donations.  

RDCK votes down Front Street land donation for Nelson CARES project  

The Regional District of Central Kootenay will not donate the parcel of land at 824 Front Street to the City of Nelson for a proposed affordable housing development.

Nelson Police issue message on electric dirt bike usage

Nelson Police Department say electric dirt bikes are not street legal, following an increase in their popularity - more specifically, the Surron and Talaria brand bikes – among youth. 

Nelson vehicle fire triggered by mechanical failure

Tuesday’s vehicle fire in Nelson’s downtown core was the result of a mechanical failure in the engine. 

City of Nelson’s 2024 payroll jumped by $2.4 million

The City of Nelson’s payroll grew by over $2.4 million last year compared to 2023, according to its Statement of Financial Information.  

Kootenay snowpacks drop, wildfire outlook unclear

Snowpacks in the Kootenays are considerably lower this June compared to last June, but the BC Wildfire Service says that doesn’t automatically mean this wildfire season will be worse.

West Kootenay heat wave hits new heights -again

West Kootenay communities have smashed daily temperature records for the second day in a row. 

Nelson police cleared of any wrongdoing in fatal crash

BC’s police watchdog has cleared Nelson RCMP and Nelson Police of any wrongdoing in the death of a 25-year-old man who crashed his vehicle west of Nelson in January. 

Employer-driven immigration pilot launches in West Kootenays

A new immigration pilot has been launched in the West Kootenays to attract and retain talent for critical local jobs. 

Nelson Police staffing issues beginning to resolve

Nelson Police staffing levels have improved significantly over the last two months. 

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Creston Valley Chamber slams Baker Street market move

The Creston Valley Chamber of Commerce executive director is calling the City of Nelson’s decision to move the Wednesday Farmers’ Market “insulting.” 

Zoey – a dog with a mix of everything!

This weeks Summit Radio Pet of the Week from the BCSPCA is Zoey!

BCGEU pushes for inland ferry regulation reform

The BC General Employees Union is calling on the province to take a stronger role in regulating inland ferry services, following a bitter five-month labour dispute that severely impacted Kootenay Lake communities. 

Fatal crash claims the life of 17-year old from Proctor

Nelson RCMP are searching for witnesses in relation to a fatal collision that claimed the life of a 17-year-old girl from Proctor. 

B.C. boosts funding to expand RCMP hate crime unit

British Columbia is significantly expanding the RCMP’s provincial hate crimes unit.
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