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B.C. maintains decision to end drug coverage for girl with rare, fatal disease

Provincial Emily Joveski - July 11, 2025

B.C. is standing by the decision not to continue drug coverage for a Vancouver Island girl with a rare, fatal disease.

B.C. ends drug coverage for girl with rare fatal disease, citing clinical evidence

Provincial Emily Joveski - June 18, 2025

B.C. Health Minister Josie Osborne said the decision to stop drug coverage for a girl with a rare, fatal disease was difficult, but aligns with available clinical evidence and expert recommendations.

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Empowering the next generation of leaders- one spark at a time

Community July 31, 2025

Six young women from the Greater Trail area of the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary recently took part in this year’s Kootenay Ignite Firefighting Camp, marking the largest delegation yet from the region in the camp’s three-year history.

UPDATED: U18 baseball tourney pushes on in Trail after storm

Baseball August 1, 2025

A major storm was a setback for a provincial baseball tournament in Trail, but organizers are pushing ahead with a condensed schedule.

Increased wildfire risk this August long weekend from lightning, dry conditions

Provincial August 1, 2025

The B.C. Wildfire Service (BCWS) said the province is seeing a return to seasonal temperatures heading into the August long weekend, but increased lightning means the potential for new fire starts remains high.

No major damage following storm: City of Trail

City of Trail August 1, 2025

The City of Trail says clean up following a major storm Thursday afternoon will probably extend into next week.

Be prepared, stay safe this B.C. Day long weekend