Rossland, Castlegar, Selkirk reps on new forestry council
The Province has convened a new advisory council in support of forestry workers and communities. “As someone who has worked in forestry and lives in a forestry community, I know personally how vital the sector is for our province,” said Katrine Conroy, Minister of Forests. “It is a foundation of the B.C. economy, providing ...
CBT internship wage subsidies offer growth/opportunity for Basin
Lysenko Law’s four lawyers aid people in many ways, from helping them with wills and real estate transactions, to performing litigation and family law. Started in 2013 by owner Lilina Lysenko and based out of Rossland—with a newly opened Kimberley branch—the firm has experienced increased demand. To maintain its commitment ...
Robbery at Hwy 3 pullout prompts request for witnesses
Castlegar RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance with a robbery that took place on Thursday, according to Castlegar RCMP NCO i/c Sgt. Monty Taylor. On Oct.14, the Castlegar RCMP received a report of a robbery that occurred at a pullout on Hwy 3 approximately 10 to 15 minutes west of Castlegar," Taylor said. "Two males...
UPDATED: RDKB EOC activated at Level 1 to respond to Gilpin Grasslands, new Arlington Lake wildfires
The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary said in a media release that the Emergency Operations Centre remains activated at Level 1 to monitor the Gilpin Grasslands Provincial Park Wildfire (N62637) and the Arlington Lake Wildfire (K52708) BC Wildfire Crews are responding to a new wildfire which began last night (Thursday,...
Vote, instead of taking it out on signs says RDKB
Election campaigns signs have been vanishing across Areas D and E according to candidates running for office in the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB). “It’s dangerous for democracy to tamper with election signs because of a political or personal disagreement, so these events are taken very seriously. If you’re ...
RCMP makes arrest after truck stolen from Christina Lake
Officers from both the Grand Forks and Midway RCMP combined resources to catch suspected truck thief Tuesday said Detachment Commander, Sergeant Darryl Peppler in a media release. On August 30th, 2022 at around 4:45AM, Grand Forks RCMP are alerted to a theft of truck from Christina Lake, BC. Officers attended and began their...
Quick response by police results in arrest in double robbery
A quick response by police to a report of a robbery resulted in an arrest said Grand Forks RCMP in a media release Tuesday. Just after 8:30 PM on Monday evening, August 15th, Grand Forks RCMP are dispatched to a report of a robbery that just happened at a gas station on the 2700 block of Central Avenue. RCMP said the caller...
Follies Visiting Care Facilities, Naughty Knickers Night is near
The Gold Fever Follies cast was delighted to be returning to perform for residents of Poplar Ridge, Columbia View, and Rose Wood Care Facilities. The two days were filled with singing, dancing, and swapping stories with the residents. It was truly an uplifting couple of days for both cast and residents. The Gold Fever Follies...
UPDATE: RCMP release name of homicide victim in Castlegar; Major Crimes Unit investigating
The BC RCMP Major Crime Unit (BC RCMP MCU) with the assistance of the Southeast District Major Crime Unit (SED MCU) has now taken over a suspicious death investigation in Castlegar. On Aug. 11, at approximately 11:30 p.m., Castlegar emergency services responded to a call regarding an unresponsive male near the Castlegar CIBC...
No major issues during Canada Rock Fest — RCMP
Grand Forks RCMP said in a media release that despite there being 4000-5000 people in the Boundary City to enjoy Canada Rock Fest, Mounties not kept overly busy during the festival weekend. During the four-day period from August 4-7, police officers responded to a total of 50 calls for service, with only a handful generated...
