RANT: Outraged at malicious commentary after police car crash
I am absolutely livid over commentary I’ve seen on social media condemning a local police officer who was in a car crash while trying to save other people’s lives. (Click here for the full story) Vicious social-media back-seat drivers have laughed at his misfortune (he could have been killed), derided his driving skill, accused...
Castlegar, Trail, Nelson, Rossland and the RDCK to participate in immigration pilot project
A handful of Kootenay communities will participate in BC’s brand new Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Entrepreneur Immigration Regional Pilot. Castlegar, Trail, Nelson, Rossland and RDCK Area J are among more than 30 BC communities to join the pilot, which aims to attract foreign entrepreneurs to establish businesses in rural...
Selkirk students to host community dialogue regarding international learners
Students in Selkirk College’s Peace & Justice Program are inviting the community to take part in an open dialogue to discuss the growth of international learners in the region with a goal of increased understanding. Selkirk College is part of the province-wide upward trend in post-secondary international student enrolment....
OP/ED: BC SPCA urges public to support bill protecting animals
The BC SPCA is encouraging members of the public to show their support for Bill C-84, which broadens the definition of bestiality and expands provisions against animals used for fighting. Bill C-84 was introduced by former Justice Minister Jody Wilson-Raybould and includes amendments to section 445.1(1)(b) and 447 of the...
Policeman not seriously injured after crash, despite social media rumour
A photograph posted on social media of a high-centred police vehicle, taken Sunday in the Pend d'Oreille, sparked rumours that a police officer had died, which is not the case, according to RCMP Sgt. Mike Wicentowich. Wicentowich said the rumour had even reached the detachment. “We’ve been hearing that, too,” he said. “(What...
DriveSmart BC: Intersection Watch
Oceanside Community Safety is a group of volunteers that want to make a difference. Their Traffic Watch program is an expansion of Speedwatch that now includes Cell Watch and Intersection Watch. Intersection Watch volunteers observe drivers at an intersection to check compliance with traffic laws and remind drivers of their...
Castlegar/Winlaw to receive $105,000 for school playgrounds
Castlegar Primary School and Winlaw Elementary School are set to receive $105,000 grants for a new accessible playground each, according to Kootenay West MLA Katrine Conroy “Access to play is a crucial step in a child’s development,” said Conroy. “It builds social connections, creativity and healthy lifestyles. I am proud ...
Smoke Eaters Take 2-0 Series Lead With 5-4 Victory In Vernon
The Trail Smoke Eaters used just 12 seconds of overtime with Owen Ozar playing the hero to give the visitors a 5-4 victory and a 2-0 series lead in the best-of-seven Interior Division Semi Final against the Vernon Vipers on Saturday night. The Smoke Eaters were first on the scoreboard for the fifth time in the postseason as...
CBT conference: Discuss the future of the Columbia River
Online registration is open for the Columbia Basin Transboundary Conference: One River, One Future, an international conference addressing key issues related to the future of the Columbia River, its ecosystem, management, and international implications. Co-hosted by Columbia Basin Trust (the Trust) and Northwest Power and...
Smoke Eaters Defence Stalls Vipers In 3-1 Game #1 Victory
The Trail Smoke Eatersused an outstanding defensive performance to pick up a 3-1 victory in Game #1 of their best-of-seven Interior Division Semi Final against the Vernon Vipers on Friday night at Kal Tire Place. Trail had some good looks in the opening period and had three power plays to work with, including a 1:12 5-on-3-man...
