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April saw record amount of snowfall

The old adage 'April showers bring May flowers' could hold true this year. According to the Southeast Fire Centre our area set a snowfall record with 12.8 cm falling in...

High Streamflow advisory issued for area

The BC River Forecast Centre has issued a high streamflow advisory for the BC Interior. It includes the Moyie River and mid-level tributaries in the Castlegar, Trail, Salmo Creston, Cranbrook...

Wildsight calling for more protection of South Selkirk Caribou

The South Selkirk Caribou herd has dropped in numbers from eleven to three. Wildsight BC is calling on the provincial and federal governments to take action. John Bergenske with Wildsight...

Kootenay-Boundary Regional Hospital Foundation kicks off new campaign

The Kootenay-Boundary Regional Hospital Foundation has launched a $1 million fundraising campaign. It will raise funds to go towards state of the art equipment for patient care. Director of Foundation...

Green Home Show aims to help Kootenay residents save money

The Green Home Show in Creston and Castlegar is about being energy efficient in your home and community. Community Energy BC's Trish Dehnel says there will be local vendors showcasing...

Red Mountain hosting Sport Chek Canadian National Alpine and Ski Cross Championships

The Canadian National Alpine and Ski Cross Championships are being held at Red Mountain. The competition includes slalom, giant slalom, ski cross and team dual race events. Vice race chair Christine...

Selkirk College offering 40 Entrance Scholarships to high school students

Selkirk College is offering entrance scholarships to eligible high school students. The $1500 scholarship is available to any West Kootenay or Boundary student with an average higher than 75%. Communications coordinator...

New snow tubes to be installed for the North Kootenay Lake Water Monitoring Program

The North Kootenay Lake Water Monitoring Program is getting a funding boost from Fortis BC. They've received $4800 which will go to purchasing a new set of snow tubes. Coordinator Chris...

Columbia Basin Trust turning it’s focus to business

The Columbia Basin Trust wants to partner with local businesses. They've extended an expression of interest to businesses, associations or...

West Kootenay BC Basketball Officials carrying on with fundraising efforts

The BC Basketball Officials Association is working to raise cancer awareness. Over the past month they've been selling pink whistles...

BC Snowmobile Federation warns about local avalanche risk

Heavy snowfall this weekend could increase avalanche risk in the backcountry in our region. That according to Media Director for...

BC Government seeking input on electoral reform

BC residents have one month to add their voice to an electoral reform survey. The survey is asking questions to...

Rick Jensen will continue to lead Columbia Basin Trust as Board Chair

The chair of the Columbia Basin Trust is excited for new ideas and changes the updated board will bring. Rick...

Columbia Basin Trust shuffles its board

The Columbia Basin Trust has appointed four new board members. Corky Evans, a founding member of the trust, will join...

Columbia Basin Trust approves $870,000 in environment grants

Over $870,000 worth of grants will go to environment-based projects in our region. The funds come from the Columbia Basin...

Avalanche Canada issues public avalanche warning

Recreational backcountry users should exercise caution over the next few days. Avalanche Canada has issued a special public warning which...

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The B.C. Conservatives have dropped a second election candidate following allegations of antisemitic and racist social media posts.

Kimesha Clarke found dead, Castlegar RCMP say

Police said today that her death is considered "non-criminal" and the investigation has been turned over to the BC Coroners Service.

Fruitvale to vote for mayor only

Tamara Pearson has withdrawn from the race for council, leaving just four other candidates, who have been acclaimed.

Castlegar Rebels won’t get extended lease for now

Team representatives were told last week during the final meeting of the current recreation commission that it's too late to make changes to the agreement, which is for one year with the option of two one-year renewals.

Free transit offered across West Kootenay on municipal election day

West Kootenay residents will be able to ride BC Transit for free on Saturday, Oct. 17, as voters head to the polls for the 2026 municipal elections.
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