La Cafamore tours the Kootenays - 'In Beethoven's Shadow'
La Cafamore tours the Kootenays with a program entitled “In Beethoven’s Shadow” featuring works of the great master and those who were influenced by him. To be clear, his influence musically was so massive that virtually any composer after his time would be in the shadow of his greatness. “Any composer, and most classical musicians” […]
Marking International Overdose Awareness Day in Trail
On Saturday, August 31, at 7:00 p.m. – There will be a vigil honouring those who have died from toxic drugs, at BC Spirit Square, Esplanade, Trail (between the Trail and District Public Library and Columbia River). People in Trail and around the world are coming together this week to remember those who have died […]
DriveSmartBC: A Different Approach to School Zone Safety
Two years ago I wrote about my experience that a significant part of the safety problem in a school zone was caused by teachers and parents themselves. Their driving behaviour as they showed up to work or dropped off their children sometimes left a lot to be desired. Did they not realize that they were […]
BC Chamber of Commerce releases survey results leading into provincial election
As British Columbia prepares for its provincial election this October, the BC Chamber of Commerce is shedding light on the economic and policy concerns that matter most to voters. A recent poll provides a comprehensive look into the electorate’s sentiments on various issues, including business climate, natural resource management, public services and voting intentions – […]
From the Hill: BC Orchards need our governments to rally
The tree fruit industry is an iconic part of the economy in the southern Interior of BC, particularly in the Okanagan Valley. Bowls of sweet black cherries, juicy fresh peaches and bright red apples have always brought visitors and a good way of life to the region. But it has never been easy for the […]
Motor vehicle crash leads to significant drug seizure in Rossland
On Aug. 18, at 3:24 p.m., a frontline Trail and Greater District RCMP officer responded to a report of single motor vehicle incident on Hwy 3B near Rossland, according to RCMP Sgt. Mike Wicentowich. He said a 42-year-old Warfield man and his passenger sustained injuries after the man crashed his vehicle on the highway. The […]
Two men hospitalized in Trail with gunshot wounds
On Saturday, Aug. 17, at 1:22 a.m. frontline Trail and Greater District RCMP officers responded to a report that two men had sustained gunshot wounds after they were dropped off at the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital, in Trail, according to RCMP Sgt. Mike Wicentowich. He said a 45-year-old Langley man and a 40-year-old Surrey man […]
Don't miss Smokiepalooza 2024
Celebrate the end of summer and the beginning of hockey season by attending 2024 Smokiepalooza – a musical festival put on by the Trail Smoke Eaters and Powered by AM Ford and Power Paving on Saturday, September 7. This all-ages annual music festival at the City of Trail’s iconic Jason Bay Field at Butler Park […]
City of Trail receives generous building donation for future development
The City of Trail is pleased to announce that they have taken ownership of the former Towne Square Mall at 900 Spokane St. This was facilitated through a donation of the land and building from the previous owner to the City. The City’s first step is to work on a detailed plan to demolish the […]
Chamber launches South Kootenay Quest campaign
The Trail Chamber of Commerce has launched a new campaign – South Kootenay Quest How Kootenay are you? The South Kootenay Quest is an interactive campaign that encourages locals to rediscover their region through curated experiences developed through a regional #buylocal lens. Experience the magic of local and discover your backyard with South Kootenay Quest! $10,000 in prizes to win, […]
