Lyle Robert Lamont: February 11, 1988, Calgary, AB – July 14, 2013, Castlegar, BC
Lyle Robert Lamont February 11, 1988, Calgary, AB – July 14, 2013, Castlegar, BC It is with our deepest regrets that we inform you of the tragic loss of Lyle Robert Lamont.Lyle enjoyed many activities, such as, hockey, snowboarding, sledding, and anything with a motor and wheels.Lyle leaves behind his loving family in...
COMMENT: Local councils are not fiefdoms
Small town B.C. may be facing a plague of what disgraced former U.S. vice president Spiro Agnew called the nattering nabobs of negativity or at least that's what a number of B.C. mayors and their allies would have you believe. The crime these nattering nabobs have committed? Having the temerity to challenge council gospel. In […]
Here are 10 hints for a great Columbia Basin Culture Tour
Passed on from a seasoned “Culture Tourist” who has been every year: 1. Start with a full tank of gas – some of these spots are off the beaten track! 2. Take your ‘Backroads of BC’ or other detailed map, if you have one. The CBCT Directory maps are good, but sometimes a bigger picture […]
BC Coroner Service confirms body found is Lyle Lamont
The BC Coroners Service has confirmed the identity of a man who was found deceased in the Columbia River on Aug. 1. The man was Lyle Robert Lamont, aged 25, from Castlegar. Mr. Lamont was last seen alive leaving his home in the Castlegar area and was reported missing on July 14, 2013. Mr. Lamont was subsequently found deceased...
Perry Ridge fire 20-per-cent contained - storms a mixed blessing for firefighting efforts
Reports yesterday that the Perry Ridge fire was 70-per-cent contained were innaccurate - the fire is, in fact, 70-per-cent guarded and 20-per-cent contained as of today. Southeast Fire Centre information officer Karlie Shaughnessy said "guarded" means onyl that a fuel-free zone has been established around the fire (or in this...
EFC issues second Lemon Creek update: Demand ID from 'IHA reps'
Here is the latest information regarding the Lemon Creek fuel spill for August 1, 2013. Breaking News- New Command Structure This afternoon it was agreed to implement a new unified command structure that engages the Ministry of the Environment, the Regional District of Central Kootenay, the Interior Health Authority and Executive Flight Centre. This new […]
Accident with logging truck on Hwy 3
A logging truck rolled over near the Eholt Summit, 23 km West of Grand Forks, Thursday afternoon just before 2 p.m. The drive of the logging truck was able to get out of the truck safely, but the logs and cab caught on fire. Grand Forks Fire and Rescue attended the scene and were able […]
Interfor release says new Kootenay timber tenures a factor in record board production
The following is a press release issued via Market Wired: Interfor reported net income after tax of $15.8 million or $0.28 per share in the second quarter of 2013 compared to $15.2 million or $0.27 per share in the first quarter and $0.1 million or $0.0 per share in the second quarter of 2012. EBITDA, […]
Weekend road closures looming; Teck doing groundwater assessment
Traffic issues may abound in Trail this weekend, with both the city and Teck announcing pending road closures. First, the City of Trail sent a release indicating lower Glover Road from Green Avenue to Victoria Street will be closed until Aug. 15. "There will be no entry or exit for all pedestrian and vehicles, with the exception...
Trail's annual Kidney Walk set for Aug. 25 at Gyro
Join Trail’s annual Kidney Walk this Aug. 25 at Gyro Park, beginning at 9 a.m. What’s the Kidney Walk campaign? The annual Kidney Walk raises funds for critical programs and services for British Columbians affected by kidney disease. The Kidney Walk also helps to raise awareness and education about the seriousness of this disease and […]
