Regional News
By Contributor on Monday Jun 26 2017
The recent dry spell hovering over the province has prompted the BC Wildfire Service to remind the public that a Category 3 fire prohibition is in place throughout the Southeast Fire Centre's jurisdiction.
"As weather conditions get drier and hotter, people are urged to use extreme caution while conducting any outdoor burning activities," the media release said. "Almost all wildfires in...
By Boundary Sentinel on Wednesday Jun 21 2017
The City of Grand Forks announced Wednesday it has reached an agreement with its union workers following two days of bargaining.
Mayor Frank Konrad said the agreement with CUPE Local 4728 is for four plus years.
“I’m pleased that everything worked out so well, and I’m very happy with the results for the corporation and CUPE members," Konrad said in a media release.
Konrad...
By Kyra Hoggan on Thursday May 25 2017
A structure fire in Rossland yesterday is being hailed as “extremely lucky” despite having caused an estimated $50,000 worth of damage, according to Kootenay Boundary Regional Fire Rescue Captain Glen Gallamore.
The call came in at 4:30 p.m. and crews arrived on scene at 4:35 p.m. at 2049 Happy Valley Road in Rossland. Thirteen Rossland firefighters and five Trail firefighters responded...
By City of Trail on Wednesday May 24 2017
In a Closed Meeting held on May 23, Trail City Council discussed the legal implications associated with the recently announced sale of the Waneta Dam by Teck Resources Limited to Fortis Inc. Council also took the opportunity to review the City’s involvement when Teck sold one-third of its interest in the Dam to BC Hydro in 2009/10 and if the same issues are relevant today.
In response...
By Kyra Hoggan on Tuesday May 02 2017
Employees at KC Recycling in Waneta got a bit of a fright this morning when an electrical fire caused three explosions.
Kootenay Boundary Regional Fire Rescue Captain Grant Tyson said they received the emergency call at 10:18 a.m. and responded with six Trail firefighters and another three from Montrose.
Crews arrived on scene at 10:26 a.m. and had the incident under control by...
By Boundary Sentinel on Thursday Apr 27 2017
Grand Forks Secondary is the place Monday students have a chance to learn more about jobs in healthcare as the University of BC hosts its Healthcare Travelling Roadshow.
The roadshow brings together a diverse group of healthcare students to showcase career options to high school students in hopes of inspiring the next generation of rural healthcare professionals.
There will be 10...
By Trail Champion on Wednesday Mar 15 2017
The City of Trail announced last week that it has launched a call for tenders inviting eligible contractors to bid on the civil works and construction of the Trail Regional Airport Terminal Building. The tender,...
By Contributor on Wednesday Mar 15 2017
Teck Trail Operations has completed construction of the Groundwater Treatment Plant, a $46-million investment to address groundwater affected by the site’s historical activities. Commissioning of the plant is currently under way, and the plant is expected to be fully operational by summer 2017.
“The Groundwater Treatment Plant demonstrates our commitment to addressing effects of our...
By City of Trail on Friday Mar 03 2017
The City of Trail and the United Way of Trail & District have formed a new partnership to bring you the 2017 Trail Market on the Esplanade. Stroll along the beautiful river walk to enjoy our community market that features entertainment and various vendors who sell fresh produce,...
By Contributor on Tuesday Feb 07 2017
The Columbia Basin Trust is making history as it establishes a new program, a new partnership and new funding to support the Basin’s heritage values.
The Trust has allocated $6.15 million for a three year large capital grants program for built heritage and $600,000 for a Heritage Support Program that will see a professional heritage position established in the Basin to support...
