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Rainy weather not enough to dampen wildfires in B.C.

Provincial Emily Joveski - August 6, 2025

Officials in British Columbia warn wildfires in the northeast and southwest are expected to persist despite rain and cooler temperatures this week.

B.C. braces for intense wildfire season; northeast region most at risk

Provincial Emily Joveski - June 9, 2025

Forests Minister Ravi Parmar says British Columbia is hoping for the best this wildfire season but is preparing for the worst.

Kootenays better prepared for climate emergencies

Environment My Kootenay Now Staff - May 9, 2025

The Kootenays will be better able to withstand and adapt to natural hazards and climate-caused disasters with $1,143,920 in...

Province encouraging residents to prepare for seasonal hazards

Provincial My Kootenay Now Staff - April 18, 2025

As warmer weather rolls in, British Columbians are being asked to prepare for seasonal hazards. Minister of Emergency Management and...

B.C. urges avalanche safety as winter settles in

Provincial My Kootenay Now Staff - December 9, 2024

With fresh snow on B.C.'s mountains, the provincial government is urging the public to be safe while enjoying the...

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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.

The most Purrfect kitty looks for forever home