On December 16, 2025, the Castlegar RCMP received a report of a break and enter at a business located in the 1000 block of Columbia Avenue in Castlegar. An employee arrived for work and discovered the business had been broken into and property was missing. Castlegar RCMP investigated and identified a known local resident as […]

The Trail & District Arts Council rings in the New Year with Juno award-winning string quartet The Fretless on Jan. 27 at 7:30 p.m. in The Bailey Theatre. The folk quartet are joined by the incredible singer-songwriter Madeleine Roger. for a night of passionately expressive folk music. The Fretless is a Toronto-based string group that reimagines […]

The Nelson Community Health Services Centre remains temporarily closed due to water damage that occurred in the afternoon of Dec. 30. Interior Health does not have a confirmed date for re-opening of the health services centre at this time. Services provided at the centre are being reestablished at alternate locations, including unused space at the neighbouring Nelson Fairview […]

The Cranbrook RCMP General Investigation Section (GIS) executed a search warrant on Jan. 9, at a residence in the 3000 block of Hidden Valley Road. Cranbrook RCMP was assisted by several specialized units, including the Southeast District Emergency Response Team (ERT), Southeast District Containment Team, Police Dog Service, and Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS). During […]

The Kootenay Emergency Response Physicians Association (KERPA) is thrilled to announce that Dr. Brock Browett, a dedicated resident physician and experienced paramedic, is joining the organization as an Emergency Response Physician in training. Originally from Hamilton, Ontario, Dr. Browett brings over a decade of frontline expertise as a licensed Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP). He has […]

On Jan. 2, at approximately 1 p.m., Castlegar emergency services were advised that a snowmobiler had sustained injuries while riding in the Goose Creek area located near Castlegar, according to RCMP detachment commander Sgt. Monty Taylor. He said the caller reported they had received an electronic message from a friend, who was able to communicate […]

The 2026 property assessments, which reflect market value as of July 1, 2025, have been announced for property owners of nearly 450,000 properties throughout the Southern Interior. The updated property values are now available at bcassessment.ca in addition to 2026 Property Assessment Notices being mailed to each property owner. “For 2026, most homeowners can expect […]

Black Productions is excited to announce auditions for its 2026 spring production of Mean Girls:  The Musical, taking place Jan. 24 and 25 at Selkirk College. Adults aged 18 and over are invited to audition for this high-energy musical comedy based on the iconic 2004 film that defined a generation. With a book by Tina […]

These nine gorgeous puppies were born and lovingly raised in a KAAP foster home, where they’ve been surrounded by care, cuddles and early socialization from day one. Their mama is a sweet yellow Lab mix, and while dad is a mystery, we suspect he may have Catahoula and/or Australian Shepherd traits—so expect smart, loyal pups […]

Many of us are getting in the swing of the holiday season, It’s an exciting time, and one I’m so happy to be back in Fruitvale with my family, friends and loved ones to celebrate. We should keep safe and celebrate with care and concern for others. Recently many of us have been reminded of treacherous weather […]