Police interrupt wanted man’s bath in Rossland
Cleanliness wasn't next to Godliness for a Surrey man captured by police while bathing, according to Trail RCMP Const. Sherri Karns. "On April 19, at 12 p.m., Trail and Greater District RCMP arrested a 38-year-old man wanted in Surrey, BC, on three unendorsed warrants for his arrest," Karn said. "Front line Trail RCMP officers...
Motorist and dog escape vehicle blaze unharmed
A man and his dog are safe and sound after a vehicle fire between Warfield and Rossland, according to Trail RCMP Const. Sherri Karn. "On April 15, at 4:17 p.m., Trail and Greater District RCMP received a report that a vehicle was on fire on Schofield Highway between Warfield and Rossland." Karn said. "RCMP responded and located...
Bear climbs into truck - on Black Bear Drive: RCMP
Rossland bears might have a better sense of humour than previously thought, as evidenced by last week's RCMP press release. "On April 20 at 3:50 a.m., Trail and Greater District RCMP received a report that a large black bear was caught inside of a personal truck, ironically on Black Bear Drive in Rossland," said Const. Sherri...
Temporary Road Closure, 1100 Block of Pine Avenue April 27 - May 7
The 1100 block of Pine Avenue will be temporarily closed from Tuesday, April 27 to Friday, May 7, 2021 for the new 7-Eleven development located at 798 Victoria Street. The contractors will be working along Pine Avenue to install the petroleum distribution system. Motorists and pedestrians travelling through the area are asked...
KBPA Commissions Massive ‘KBRH Gratitude Mural’ to Lift Spirits at KBRH
The Kootenay Boundary Physicians Association (KBPA) has commissioned a massive mural to be painted on the north and west wall at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH) Trail by local Kootenay muralist Tyler Toews of Canadian Murals. The idea, which grew from the positive energy of last year’s Gratitude Garden installation,...
Selkirk College Takes Lead in Canada’s Effort to Create a Better Planet
Adding a vital voice to the concerted worldwide effort to create a more sustainable and just planet, Selkirk College is leading the way amongst Canada’s post-secondary institutions by showing that strong local efforts can contribute to global goals. In 2015, all 193 member-states of the United Nations signed onto the Sustainable...
Selkirk College Sustainability Champions Recognized for Impact on Campus Operations
Building on its commitment of environmental sustainability, Selkirk College is recognizing a pair of exemplary stewards who advanced the institution’s goals over the last year. The Selkirk College Environmental Sustainability Awards are presented annually to a student and an employee who have made significant contributions ...
Budget 2021: More promises but everyday Canadians are left holding the bill for the pandemic while the ultra-rich enjoy a free ride
Many struggling Canadians hoped that today’s budget would offer meaningful supports and steps towards recovery. But more than that, they hoped that it would be the ultra-wealthy who have profited from the pandemic who would be paying for these supports, not the workers who have been hit so hard. According to local MP, Richard...
Road safety webinar helps Trail, Rossland businesses reduce risks for drivers
Driving is one of the riskiest things people may do at work. Small business owners in Trail and Rossland need to know how to keep employees – and themselves — safe behind the wheel while on the job. To help them, Road Safety At Work offers a free interactive webinar, Road Safety 101 for Small […]
Two bizarre break-ins, one arrest in Trail
There are all kinds of suspects on the Kootenay crime scene, as Trail police were reminded in early April. "On April 9, at 12:22 a.m., Trail and Greater District RCMP responded to a report that someone was actively breaking into a garage in the West Trail area," said Const. Sherri Karn. "Trail RCMP officers quickly responded,...
