Greg Nesteroff
Greg has been working in West Kootenay news media off and on since 1998. When he's not on the air, he's busy writing about local history. He has recently published a book about the man who founded the ghost town of Sandon.
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Man accused in Trail shooting jailed after skipping court
A man accused of shooting a Fruitvale woman in the head more than two and a half years ago, leaving her with life-altering injuries, is behind bars after missing a court appearance.
Local climbers eye Castlegar properties
A delegation from the West Kootenay Rock Climbers Association appeared before city council this week, explaining that two properties are for sale near the Kinnaird Bluffs.
RDKB to look at health and wellness pay for directors
The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary will explore paying directors a health and wellness stipend as part of a broader review of their remuneration.
BC Timber Sales braces for ‘big problems’ selling wood
A BC Timber Sales manager for the Kootenay-Boundary admits they could face sales problems in the coming months as local mills cope with additional U.S. tariffs.
Eremenko Block demolition poised to begin
City council heard that the West Kelowna company hired in August to tear down a Castlegar landmark is mobilizing on site this week.
Trail to close Groutage Avenue viewing platform
A viewing platform at the south end of Groutage Avenue in Trail will be temporarily closed after a city councillor raised concerns that it is frequented by people who openly use drugs.
Cominco Arena floor replacement nears completion
The City of Trail is reassuring Smoke Eaters fans that the team will have ice for its home opener following a months-long project to replace the refrigerated floor of the Cominco Arena.
Trail urged to make gender-based violence a public safety priority
A provincial organization dedicated to ending gender-based violence is asking the City of Trail to continue showing leadership, following the death of a local woman last year.
Rossland arena lounge renos on hold
City council has taken a skeptical eye to funding renovations to the arena lounge to the tune of $200,000.
Salary costs climb 11.2 per cent at RDKB in 2024
The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary paid out over $1.3 million more in salary and expenses in 2024 compared to the year before,
How Trail launched Sharman King’s musical career
He’s one of the most accomplished musicians to come out of Trail. But you probably know him best from his TV commercials for Book Warehouse.
Castlegar’s municipal payroll up 11.5 per cent in 2024
The City of Castlegar paid its employees over $6.7 million in wages and expenses in 2024, an increase of about $693,000 over 2023.
Castlegar approves disc golf course in Kinnaird Park
City council has given its blessing to a course being added through the woods at Kinnaird Park, but it remains to be seen whether it will be nine holes or 18.
Trail Smoke Eater’s bio shortlisted for national award
The Longest Shot: How Larry Kwong Changed the Face of Hockey is one of five books nominated for the Sharon Fitzhenry Award for non-fiction. The winner will be announced Oct. 27 in Toronto.
Cold War intrigue shadowed Trail hockey game, writer reveals
One of the most memorable games in Trail's hockey history had the RCMP on high alert due to its potential "off-ice intrigue," according to the latest edition of The Hockey News.
Trail approves new approach to Communities in Bloom
Changes are coming to the way Trail handles its beautification program following the departure of the group's longtime chair.
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Kootenay unemployment rate 6% in September
The jobless rate in our region ticked up slightly last month compared to the same time last year.
Man accused in Trail shooting jailed after skipping court
A man accused of shooting a Fruitvale woman in the head more than two and a half years ago, leaving her with life-altering injuries, is behind bars after missing a court appearance.
Interior Health names Sylvia Weir permanent president and CEO
Weir, who was filling in as interim CEO after Susan Brown stepped down in June, will take over the job permanently, the health authority announced today. Weir was previously the organization's chief financial officer.
Beaver Valley’s Preston Shumate named KIJHL rookie of the week
The Kootenay International Junior Hockey League has named Beaver Valley Nitehawks goaltender Preston Shumate its rookie of the week.
Local climbers eye Castlegar properties
A delegation from the West Kootenay Rock Climbers Association appeared before city council this week, explaining that two properties are for sale near the Kinnaird Bluffs.
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