As the BC Parks Licence Plate Program nears its 10th anniversary, British Columbians are showing strong support for provincial parks, with sales of the specialty licence plates now reaching more than 630,000 since the program began in 2017. The BC Parks Licence Plate Program impact report is available online and shows that more than 87,000 […]

A non-replaceable forest licence has been awarded to Box Lake Lumber Products, enhancing its operations and the sustainable use of local timber. The opportunity is targeted to boost B.C.’s value‑added wood sector, putting to work unlogged timber. “A stable supply of wood to small-town forestry companies is a win for everyone in the community,” said […]

“Haven’t you got anything better to do?” This was a common attitude expressed by drivers after being told that they had been stopped for a traffic rule infraction. “Why aren’t you out catching real criminals?” I’m not sure these drivers believed me when I told them that they were more likely to suffer financial loss, […]

 The Salmon Arm Silverbacks now have a significant playoff lead after defeating the Trail Smoke Eaters 4-3 in Game 3 of their BCHL Interior West series last night. The winning goal came from Silverback Landon Mackie in a power play during the last 24 seconds of the third period. This gives the Silverbacks a commanding […]

CORRECTION: The start time originally given for the Saturday game was incorrect; the actual start time will be 6:00 pm. The West Kootenay Timberwolves are preparing for the upcoming season as their program continues to grow across the region. The existing Junior team joined the West Coast Junior Lacrosse League for the 2026 season and […]

There are moments when the toxic drug crisis becomes painfully real. A phone call in the middle of the night. A memorial growing on along the side of the Columbia River. A name spoken quietly among colleagues because another person didn’t make it. For many people in British Columbia, these moments are no longer rare. […]

All RDCK offices (Creston, Nakusp, & Nelson) Friday, April 3 – CLOSED Saturday, April 4 – CLOSED Sunday, April 5 – CLOSED Monday, April 6 – CLOSED All RDCK landfills, transfer stations, and gated recycling depots * Friday, April 3 – CLOSED Saturday, April 4 – OPEN Sunday, April 5 – CLOSED Monday April 6 – OPEN *Ymir Transfer Station will be open […]

March 27 saw fire crews responding to a residential fire on Hazelwood Drive according to KBRFR Acting Captain Kyle Boutin. Boutin said the call came in at 10:33 p.m., and crews arrived at 10:39 p.m. to find heavy smoke and flame coming from the rear of the home. “The fire started accidentally from a faulty […]

Beginning Wednesday, April 1, 2026, the health professions and occupations act comes into effect, which will improve patient safety by increasing transparency and ensuring good and consistent governance for regulators. For health-care professionals, it means more support and structure from regulators, so they can focus on patient care. This regulation will not cause any disruption […]

“Eight former members of the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) have announced that they will create their own independent league starting in 2026-27, called the Western International Junior Hockey League (WIJHL), and will no longer be affiliated with the KIJHL, Hockey Canada or BC Hockey, following the end of the 2025-26 season. The eight […]