The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) is sharing an update on the Castlegar & District Arena and Walking Track Project, which has now moved into the Request for Pre-Qualification (RFPQ) stage. Issued on May 28, 2026, the RFPQ invites qualified design-build firms to submit information about their experience and capacity to deliver the project […]

Textures of Canada, the latest Grand National exhibition, brings together a diverse and compelling collection of textile works that explore identity, culture, and connection across the country. Featuring a record number of submissions from Canadian artists, the exhibition highlights the depth and variety of contemporary textile practice, from traditional techniques to innovative approaches. The selected […]

The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB) is inviting residents to continue the conversation about the future of waste management by participating in the second phase of engagement for its Solid Waste Management Plan update. Following strong participation in Survey #1, the project is now moving into the next stage, where residents are being asked […]

Selkirk College is developing a new Medical Laboratory Assistant Program, supported by more than $400,000 in funding from the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. The program will be delivered at its Trail Campus to respond directly to a critical shortage of medical laboratory assistants across Interior Health (IH) and the province. “Our government […]

We’re in the heart of spring celebration season across British Columbia. Communities large and small are gathering together to celebrate the places they call home. In Kootenay-Monashee, I’ve recently had the pleasure of attending Silver City Days in City of Trail and Beaver Valley May Days in Village of Fruitvale and I’m looking forward to soon attending upcoming events […]

“On June 1, 2026, The Southeast District Major Crime Unit (SED MCU) executed a search warrant at 1381/1383 Hiwy 3B, Trail, as part of an ongoing investigation into the suspicious disappearance of Mark Konrad,” said RCMP Cpl. Brett Urano. “Highway 3B was temporarily closed in both directions while the warrant was executed to ensure the […]

Kootenay Boundary Regional Fire Rescue (KBRFR) is launching its 2026 Paid-on-Call Firefighter Recruitment Drive starting June 1, 2026, calling on residents in Trail, Rossland, Warfield, Montrose, Fruitvale and Genelle to step up and help protect their communities. Becoming a Paid-on-Call Firefighter with KBRFR is a rewarding opportunity to give back and serve your community, develop […]

During BC Seniors Week, a coalition of seniors’ organizations, caregivers, health providers and system advocates is calling on the Government of British Columbia to eliminate co-payments for publicly-subsidized home support for seniors. Home support services range from assistance with bathing and daily personal care, to more complex tasks such as catheter care, oxygen therapy and […]

The yellow aircraft flying at the Trail airport on Sunday were there giving the air cadets of 531 City of Trail Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron cadets an exciting air experience. Each cadet did a flight in the Schweizer 2-33 glider and a flight in the Cessna 182 towplane. The gliders and tow planes are […]

A Fruitvale motorcyclist has died after colliding with an e4lk on Hwy 3B near the intersection of 10 Avenue in Montrose early Monday morning. Trail St/Sgt. Dave Johnson said the call came in at 4:20 a.m. when a fellow motorist stopped to provide first aid and called 9-1-1. Efforts were unsuccessful and the motorcyclist died […]