Radon: the risks it poses and what to do about it
Radon is a colourless, odourless, radioactive carcinogenic gas that results from the gradual decay of uranium in soils and water. Only by testing can we find out what levels of it are seeping into and accumulating in our homes and workplaces. One hundred residents of Rossland are taking advantage of the Radon Test Kit Challenge. […]
What's happening about that Record Ridge open-pit mine proposal
The Save Record Ridge Action Committee (SRRAC) is voicing grave concerns over recent developments surrounding the Record Ridge mine project. In August, the BC Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) determined that a full Environmental Assessment (EA) was required for the project because it was above the production capacity threshold for a mineral mine. However, WHY Resources […]
Trail air cadets promoted
At the monthly Commanding Officers Parade on Nov. 6, 531’s Commanding Officer, Major Kevin DeBiasio announced the promotion of several cadets. The promotion from Air Cadet to Leading Air Cadet were presented by 531’s Training Officer, Lieutenant Conner Horney to Latisha Baptiste and Oceane McKinney. Lieutenant Horney also presented the promotion to Flight Corporal to […]
Christmas Comes to the Kootenay Gallery
The Kootenay Gallery is thrilled to launch its annual Christmas at the Gallery exhibit, opening on Friday, Nov. 15. The Gallery’s elves have been working hard to make this signature annual event the best one yet, with something to offer everyone. Come see the work of over a dozen new painters, fibre artists, jewelers, and […]
Disturbance leads to foot chase and alleged assault on police officer
On Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024, at 11:44 p.m., frontline Trail and Greater District RCMP officers responded to a report of a 40-year-old Trail man who was allegedly causing a disturbance outside a residence in the 400 block of Buckna Street in Trail, according to RCMP Sgt. Mike Wicentowich. He said the man was reported to […]
Trail air cadets join Kootenay and Thompson cadets in Vernon
In the last weekend of October, 24 air cadets from Trail travelled to Vernon for a weekend of challenging activities. In Vernon they joined 200 other sea, army, and air cadets from the East and West Kootenays and the Thompson areas of the interior of BC. Over the weekend the cadets did advanced leadership training, […]
The Latest Scores and Information from the Kootenay International Junior ‘A’ Hockey League
KIJHL Scoreboard – Friday, Nov.1/24: Kimberley Dynamiters (4) vs Columbia Valley Rockies (3) Marc Samyn was incredible in goal for the Dynamiters with a 52-save performance over the Rockies. Luke Davies scored the winner late in the third period, while Nate Murdoch led them with a pair of goals, his third and fourth of the […]
City of Castlegar Wins National Award for Sustainable Landscape Design
The City of Castlegar has once again been recognized for its outstanding efforts in community beautification, taking home the Scotts Turf Builder Outstanding Achievement Landscape Award at the 2024 Communities in Bloom National Awards Ceremony held in Charlottetown, PEI. The award celebrates Castlegar’s dedication to sustainable landscape design and its commitment to enhancing public spaces. […]
Have a Safe and Happy Halloween 2024 from your local RCMP
On Thursday, October 31, 2024, frontline Trail and Greater District RCMP officers will be on patrol for Halloween 2024 in an effort to make it a safe and fun night for everyone. Everyone can help make it a great night by reviewing the following Halloween tips: Make sure children are visible when wearing their costume […]
Penticton search warrant leads to four arrests, seizure of guns, drugs, cash
On Wednesday, Oct. 16, officers with Penticton’s Crime Reduction Unit (CRU) executed a search warrant under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) for a residence on Government Street. A property located in the 1000 block of Government Street was the subject of a month’s long investigation into illegal activity. On October 16, 2024, officers […]