Grieving local woman seeks return of antlers due to their sentimental value
Jocelyn Parker recently lost her father, who was a longtime resident and community member in Warfield, according to RCMP Sgt. Mike Wicentowich. He said Parker was cleaning up her father’s residence across from Zee Crepe in Warfield and accidently put out the tub of antlers with some other items. “She realized that night, but when […]
Castlegar man taken into custody after weapons complaint
On Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025, Castlegar RCMP received a report that male had pointed a loaded firearm at a female acquaintance while in a residence located in the 500 block of 201 Ave., south of Castlegar, according to Castlegar RCMP Sgt. Monty Taylor. Taylor said the victim and witness fled the residence, contacting police. “Castlegar RCMP […]
United Steelworkers encouraged by proposed Anglo/Teck merger
The United Steelworkers union (USW) is expressing cautious optimism over a proposed merger of mining giants Teck Resources and Anglo American that will affect over 2,500 USW members at the Highland Valley Copper mine and the Trail Smelting Operations in British Columbia. “In announcing this proposed merger, statements by executives from Teck Resources and Anglo […]
Teck and Anglo American to combine through merger of equals, HQ to be in Vancouver
Teck Resources Limited (TSX: TECK.A and TECK.B, NYSE: TECK) (“Teck”) and Anglo American plc (“Anglo American”) announce they have reached an agreement to combine the two companies in a merger of equals (“the Merger”) to form the Anglo Teck group (“Anglo Teck”), a global critical minerals champion and top five global copper producer, headquartered in […]
Column: The Silenced Majority
Most people worldwide want action on climate change. A significant majority would even be willing to give up some of their income to help. You wouldn’t learn that from most mainstream media or politicians. A 2024 survey of 130,000 people in 125 countries, published in Nature Climate Change, found 89 per cent want “intensified political […]
BCGEU escalates job action across British Columbia
he BC General Employees’ Union (BCGEU) has escalated job action today, expanding picket lines to multiple new locations across the province. New picket line sites as of Tuesday, September 9: Victoria: 976 Meares Street; and 617 Government Street Nanaimo: 2080 & 2100 Labieux Road Surrey: 10475 138 Street; and 14323 57 Avenue Kamloops: 441 & 447 Columbia Street Williams […]
Kimberly RCMP - Update-Deceased Hikers
The third hiker of three has been located deceased after the group fell while hiking Meachen Creek Falls. On Sept. 1, 2025, Kimberley RCMP were alerted by a GPS SOS that three hikers went over Meachen Creek Falls. Frontline officers responded and located a 68-year-old woman deceased approximately halfway down the falls while the remaining […]
Newsletter from MLA Morissette
The new school year is underway, and it’s a great time to highlight how we can keep kids safe inside and outside the classroom. With more children on the road, remember to slow down in school zones, put your phone away, and keep an eye out for pedestrians crossing the street. When possible, walking to […]
Speaker Series Events at the Museum
September Speaker Series: The Muskwa Expedition with Don Vockeroth and Craig McCallum Don’t miss it! We are so excited to host mountaineering pioneers Don Vockeroth & Craig McCallum for a Speaker Series event. Come out to the Rossland Museum at 6 pm on Thursday, September 18th for the thrilling tale of their 1998 Muskwa Expedition. […]
Trail Aquatic and Leisure Centre facility shutdown extension
The reopening of the Trail Aquatic and Leisure Centre’s main pool and whirlpool, originally scheduled for Monday, September 8, has been delayed due to the unexpected failure of critical mechanical equipment during system startup. There is currently no confirmed timeline for reopening. Community patience is greatly appreciated while the issue is being addressed. Updates will […]
