Communities prepare for wildfire season as CBT supports 32 regional projects
Wildfires are a recurring risk in the Columbia Basin, making local preparedness essential to protecting people, homes and critical infrastructure. To support that effort— particularly in small and First Nations communities—Columbia Basin Trust is providing nearly $1.4 million for 32 projects that will help communities prevent and respond to wildfires, including purchasing specialized equipment and […]
Four-month update from the BC Extortion Task Force
Four months after the BC Extortion Task Force was announced, the BC RCMP is providing a brief update on its ongoing efforts to advance investigations. January 17, 2026, marked four months since the BC Extortion Task Force began its official operations. While this date marks the official announcement of the Task Force, joint force operations […]
Blizzard Festival blows into Rossland
A sonic snowstorm is set to sweep through Rossland as Blizzard Music Festival returns January 22–24 with a genre‑spanning lineup sure to ignite hearts despite the cold. Coinciding with the Rossland Winter Carnival, the festival brings three nights of high‑energy performances, intimate showcases, and late‑night dance parties. Now in its 15th year, the small but […]
Meet Keanan Patershuk, Rossland’s rising MMA star
Keanan Patershuk of Rossland is a professional fighter, and a contender for the MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) middle-weight championship. On February 28, he’ll be in Calgary at the Hyatt Regency to challenge the title. If he wins, it will be his doorway to the UFC – Ultimate Fighting Championship – a promotion company based in […]
A new partnership launches a fun new season of Family shows in Rossland and Trail
The Trail and District Arts Council (TDAC) is excited to launch a new partnership this year as we join forces with Rossland Council for Arts & Culture (RCAC) to present the Teck Family Series to help even more families enjoy the experience of live entertainment! “This really started as a conversation at Pacific Contact about how hard […]
Castlegar man arrested and detained following multiple property offences
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 […]
Temporary Closure of Navigational Lock at Hugh Keenleyside Dam
The navigational lock at the Hugh L. Keenleyside Dam will be closed from Friday, Jan. 16, at 4 p.m. The lock will reopen at 8 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 19. We’re sorry for any inconvenience that this closure may cause and thank you for your support as we complete this work.
Smoke Eaters Game Day Report - Jan. 12
Another slow start came back to bite the Trail Smoke Eaters. The Coastal West Division leading Cowichan Valley Capital built a 3-0 lead in the first 13 minutes on their way to a 6-2 win at Cominco Arena. Smokies goalie Chayse Johnson endured a 21-shot barrage in the first period and made several important saves, […]
Column: A move that would minimize global conflict
We must stop using fossil fuels now, for the sake of the climate, but also to bring about greater global peace and stability. Renewable energy technologies are improving rapidly while installations continue to ramp up. Energy from wind, solar and storage is now the most cost-effective and prices continue to drop. It’s more efficient and […]
B.C. rental prices declining, according to report
On Monday, Jan. 12, 2026, Rentals.ca released a report indicating that rental asking prices in British Columbia for apartments continue to lead the country in declines, down 12.1% in the past three years. In Vancouver, apartment rental prices have fallen by 7.9% compared to this time last year and have dropped 13.8% over three years. […]
