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Winter tire requirements take effect Oct. 1 on Kootenay highways

Transit My Kootenay Now -
Winter tire requirements take effect Oct. 1 on designated Kootenay highways as colder overnight temperatures return to the region.

Summer traffic in the Kootenays increases risk for roadside workers

Transit My Kootenay Now -
Drivers urged to slow down, leave phones alone and follow directions this summer holidays.

Wildlife collisions spike in Kootenays during May and June

Fish & Wildlife My Kootenay Now -
Drivers in the Kootenays face a heightened risk of wildlife collisions in May and June, as increased deer and elk activity coincides with seasonal changes in driving conditions, Road Safety at Work said.

Time-change fatigue can raise crash risk beyond the first day back at work

Community My Kootenay Now -
Drivers may face a higher crash risk for several days after the spring time change as lost sleep builds fatigue and reduces alertness, road safety advocates warn.

Check your tread: B.C.’s winter tire rules kick in Wednesday

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Ready or not, winter tire season starts this week in British Columbia this Wednesday.

Put the phone away while driving; says road safety campaign

Provincial My Kootenay Now -
Make sure you keep your head up and put your phone away while driving through work zones. This comes from...

‘Animals don’t follow traffic rules’- Road Safety at Work reminds drivers to be on alert

Fish & Wildlife My Kootenay Now -
Spring brings longer days, greener roadsides — and a sharp rise in wildlife on the move.  During peak wildlife activity...

Motorists encouraged to keep winter tires on this spring

Provincial My Kootenay Now -
With spring bringing warmer temperatures to the Kootenays, motorists may be tempted to take off their winter tires; however,...

Drivers encouraged to sleep more ahead of Daylight Saving

Provincial My Kootenay Now -
With Daylight Saving Time coming this weekend, drivers should get more rest before hitting the road. On Sunday morning, the...

Drivers encouraged to give space to roadside workers

Provincial My Kootenay Now -
For this winter season, make sure to give room to BC roadside workers while driving. That comes from Road Safety...

Expect the unexpected on Kootenay roads

Road Closures My Kootenay Now -
Freezing nights and sunny days have Road Safety at Work reminding drivers to expect the unexpected when behind the...

Road Safety at Work offers tips for safe driving in the Kootenays

Transit My Kootenay Now -
Road Safety at Work are offering tips to stay safe while driving on the Kootenays this holiday season. The organization...

BC’s winter tire law comes into effect next week

Transit Storrm Lennie -
Despite being just a few days into fall, Road Safety at Work is urging motorists to ensure their vehicles...

Kootenay drivers urged to stay vigilant of wildlife

Provincial Storrm Lennie -
Kootenay drivers are being urged to be on alert for animals when travelling on the roads this summer. Trace Acres,...

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Environment
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

Castlegar hanging on to temporary sewer plant fix for now

City of Castlegar
The City of Castlegar is expected to keep using a rotary press at its south sewage treatment plant until it can come up with a long-term solution to problems at the facility.

B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

Economy
British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.

Tires worth more than $10,000 stolen in Castlegar

Crime
RCMP say tires and rims was stolen from a business in the 1500-block of Columbia Avenue early Wednesday.

Trail launches interactive historical walking tours

Community
The Trail Museum and Archives and the City of Trail have partnered with On the Spot to launch a new series of interactive walking tours and gamified scavenger hunts.
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