Tag: DRIVE BC

Human-caused wildfire burning near Gray Creek

Wildfires Drew Wilson - June 11, 2025

A human caused fire is burning out of control in the Gray Creek area on the east shore of Kootenay Lake.

Highway 3 is closed east of Creston

Road Closures My Kootenay Now Staff - May 21, 2025

Updated May 21 at 1:10pm Emergency crews, along with Creston RCMP, remain at the scene of a multiple vehicle collision...

Province installs new traffic cameras, including Paulson Summit

Transit My Kootenay Now Staff - December 27, 2024

New technology allowed Drive BC to add 22 new cameras this year, delivering 37 more views to help motorists...

Preparation is essential for safe driving in winter conditions

RCMP My Kootenay Now Staff - November 20, 2024

The arrival of a significant storm to British Columbia is a reminder to drivers that weather conditions can change...

Drivers warned to prepare for highway closures due to wildfires

Wildfires My Kootenay Now Staff - July 23, 2024

Know your route and plan ahead as wildfire activity is increasing across BC and travel on some provincial highways...

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Arrest made in Crescent Valley break-in

Crime 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 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 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 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.

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