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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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CFIA says no birds killed at ostrich farm under stay order

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency said it has not destroyed any birds at the Universal Ostrich Farm, despite supporters claiming many have gone missing. 

Tiny home lost in Passmore fire

A Passmore neighbour’s fast response helped prevent a fire from turning into a larger loss when a tiny home went up in flames Tuesday afternoon.

Compost sales coming to RDKB

Kootenay Boundary residents will soon be able to buy Class A compost at local landfill and transfer sites.

Federal Court of Appeal rejects ostrich farm’s cull appeal

Edgewood’s Universal Ostrich Farm has lost its latest attempt at the Federal Court of Appeal for another stay order to prevent the cull of its flock of nearly 400. 

Kalesnikoff recognized for role in federal housing strategy

Kalesnikoff Mass Timber has been recognized by the federal government for its role in advancing Canada’s housing goals. 

Pioneer Arena site prep to begin next week

The demolition of Castlegar’s Pioneer Arena is on track to begin in August. 

Ground breaks on outdoor basketball court at Millennium Park and Ponds

After a year and a half of planning, ground has officially been broken on a new outdoor basketball court at Castlegar’s Millennium Park and Ponds. 

Trail recreation fees increasing in September

Recreation fees in Trail are set to increase by three per cent starting in September. 

Trail Regional Airport hikes parking fees

Parking at the Trail Regional Airport just became more expensive. 

La Nina shelter to operate until 2028

Trail’s La Nina homeless shelter on Riverside Avenue has received the green light from council to operate for another three years. 

Interior Health rethinking Trail lab closure

Interior Health (IH) is exploring alternative solutions to support laboratory access in Trail. 

‘Safer Together’- Lifesaving Society of B.C. launches Drowning Prevention Week

From pools to the beach, water safety should be top of mind this week as the Lifesaving Society B.C. branch embraces this year’s National Drowning Prevention Week theme: “Safer Together.” 

Arrow Lakes Drive brush fire under control

A small brush fire near Oostichenia has been deemed under control.  

Castlegar, Slocan Park credit union workers reject employers latest offer

Unionized workers at StellarVista Credit Union branches in Castlegar and Slocan Park have overwhelmingly rejected the employer’s latest contract offer, extending job action into it's 15th week. 

Trail’s Night Market returns for an evening of award-winning folk, fiddle and more

Trail’s Farmers Market will return July 17 for an entertaining evening of food vendors, market, beer & wine garden, and live music.

Two Fruitvale men facing charges in relation to separate crashes

Two Fruitvale drivers are facing charges in connection to two separate collisions over the weekend. 

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Kootenay drivers ticketed in fall traffic safety blitz

Dozens of drivers in the Kootenays were ticketed in September for distracted driving and seatbelt violations, according to figures from B.C. Highway Patrol.

Community Living BC looking into Warfield assault

A provincial organization that provides support for adults with developmental disabilities is reviewing an incident in Warfield this month where a man assaulted a teacher.

How Kootenay Family Place came to run Unicorn Childcare

A Castlegar-based non-profit has come to the rescue to run a proposed extended-hour childcare facility in Tadanac.

Final weekend for Pumpkin Fest in Krestova

This weekend is your last chance to visit a popular event celebrating fall.

CFIA says no birds killed at ostrich farm under stay order

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency said it has not destroyed any birds at the Universal Ostrich Farm, despite supporters claiming many have gone missing. 
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