Ground-breaking for new Habitat for Humanity Build Project in Castlegar
On Tuesday April 19, Habitat for Humanity Southeast BC will be breaking ground on a new multi-family, affordable housing project in Castlegar. Four families will be given the opportunity to achieve the dream of affordable homeownership thanks to Habitat for Humanity’s newest build project in Southeast BC. Located at 560 8 Street in Castlegar. Neil […]
FROM THE HILL: NDP MP Richard Cannings introduces a beer bill that makes sense
As the cost of gas, groceries and housing continues to rise, NDP MP Richard Cannings wants to make it a bit easier at the end of the day to enjoy a cold beer. Cannings’ new Bill C--- is proposing to eliminate the federal excise tax on low-alcoholic beer. “An error was made and the result is that Canada doesn’t treat all...
Water main flushing starting April 11
Starting on Monday, April 11, 2022 until the end of June, the City of Trail Utilities Department will be flushing water mains in Sunningdale, Shaver’s Bench, Miral Heights, Glenmerry, Waneta, East Trail, Downtown, West Trail and Tadanac. Water main flushing is a necessary maintenance technique used to clean and disinfect the...
Spring clean-up 2022, schedule and requirements
The City of Trail will be conducting its annual spring clean-up program. Pick up will be done between 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on the dates listed below. Please have your materials ready for pick-up by 7 a.m. on the first day scheduled in your area. City crews will pass through your area only once on the dates specified. Materials...
Police seek public help with rash of catalytic converter thefts
The Castlegar RCMP are investigating a recent rash of catalytic converters stolen from three separate vehicles between March 29 and April 1, according too RCMP Sgt. Monty Taylor. '''Two vehicles, one parked on March 29 and the other parked April 1, both had their catalytic converter cut and stolen during the day while parked...
MLA Conroy announces significant support for West Kootenay arts
New Democrat MLA Katrine Conroy says strengthened support from the BC NDP government will help local artists and art organizations in the West Kootenays recover from the impacts of the pandemic. “We are so fortunate to have arts organizations in our communities that do the incredible work they do,” said MLA Conroy. “COVID-19...
Paid On-Call Firefighter positions open up across the KBRFR
The Kootenay Boundary Regional Fire Rescue (KBRFR) service is launching a major new recruitment drive urging people who live and work in Fruitvale, Montrose, Genelle, Warfield and Rossland to join its team. Community minded people of all ages and from all walks of life are being encouraged to apply as Paid On-Call (POC)...
Let’s talk about ticks
Spring is here and the warmer weather means more people will be out hiking in tall grass or wooded areas which can also mean an increased chance of getting tick bites. Ticks are small bugs that bite and feed on the blood of humans and animals and can sometimes transmit disease. Fortunately, there are precautions people can ...
Selkirk College Community Remembers ‘Doc’ Jack Colbert
Committed to his community and adored by patients, Dr. Jack Colbert was the epitome of a rural doctor. A passionate supporter of Selkirk College and empowering future health care professionals, the new Dr. Jack Colbert Memorial Awards Fund is a legacy that will assist students in the Rural Pre-Medicine (RPM) Program aiming ...
Rapid tests for people 18+ available at pharmacies
Starting Wednesday, March 23, 2022, rapid antigen test kits will be available to people aged 18 years and older through community pharmacies. Eligible individuals can pick up one kit of five tests every 28 days from participating pharmacies at no cost. Individuals must present their personal health number when picking up the...
