News

Arrest made in Crescent Valley break-in

Crime My Kootenay Now Staff - August 15, 2025

A woman suspected in a break and enter was arrested in Nakusp after images circulated on social media.

School officials say B.C.’s new safety policies should come with provincial funding

Provincial Emily Joveski - August 15, 2025

B.C. school officials say the province’s move to require AEDs and naloxone kits in all public schools is a positive step, but some are concerned about a lack of provincial funding to support the requirements.

Architect hired to design 2nd Castlegar ice sheet

Regional District of Central Kootenay RDCK Greg Nesteroff - August 15, 2025

The same architectural firm that worked on the failed 2018 referendum to add a new ice sheet in Castlegar has been retained for the latest version of the project.

Kaslo Turns 132

Community Andrea Daignault - August 15, 2025

To celebrate Kaslo's 132nd birthday, Summit Radio's Afternoons with Andrea featured local historian Greg Nesteroff to share some interesting facts about Kaslo! View the full interview here.

The most Purrfect kitty looks for forever home

Community Andrea Daignault - August 15, 2025

You guessed it! This weeks Pet of the week is Purrfect, from the BCSPCA in Castlegar!

Castlegar renews airport security contract with Commissionaires

Airport Greg Nesteroff - August 15, 2025

The BC Corps of Commissionaires will look after security at the West Kootenay Regional Airport for another five years.

Nelson pipe bomb came from Oasis

RCMP My Kootenay Now Staff - August 14, 2025

A pipe bomb defused this week in Nelson came from a rural property outside of Trail.

Truck sought in Castlegar fuel theft

Crime My Kootenay Now Staff - August 14, 2025

Castlegar RCMP want your help identifying a vehicle that might be connected to a fuel theft this week.

Demolition underway on historic Trail buildings

City of Trail Greg Nesteroff - August 14, 2025

An excavator has moved in on one of the city's oldest buildings, formerly a hospital, hotel, clinic, and nurses residence.

Rossland Warriors to bid again on hosting Coy Cup

Hockey Greg Nesteroff - August 14, 2025

After receiving assurances that it won't cost taxpayers anything, Rossland city council has given its blessing to the local senior men's hockey team bidding to host the provincial championships.

Dubai chocolate recall expands due to salmonella outbreak linked to pistachios

Provincial Emily Joveski - August 14, 2025

The Public Health Agency of Canada has added more brands of Dubai chocolate bars to the list of recalled products due to a salmonella outbreak in certain pistachio products.