Campfire ban rescinded in Southeast Fire Centre
BC Wildfire Service said in a media release that effective at 12 p.m. (noon) PDT on Monday, August 26, 2024, campfires will be allowed in the Southeast Fire Centre. The BC Wildfire Service takes several factors into account before rescinding open burning prohibitions. This includes balancing the needs of the public with the need to […]
Driver killed in single tractor-trailer collision near Sicamous
On Saturday, August 24, 2024, at approximately 6:45 a.m., RCMP in Sicamous, BC, responded to a report of a single tractor trailer collision. The investigation shows the victim’s truck struck the west end of the bridge as it descended down the hill eastbound onto the bridge. The truck then struck the north side curb of […]
Castlegar, Rossland and Nelson search and rescue volunteers save injured cyclist
On Aug. 25, 2024, at approximately 1 p.m., the Castlegar RCMP were advised that a mountain biker had sustained serious injuries after fall while riding trails in the Merry Creek recreational area. The caller advised they were riding the mountain bike trails when they came upon a female rider requesting assistance in contacting emergency services […]
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 […]
RCMP make largest drug seizure in Prince George history
On August 21, 2024, Prince George RCMP received a report of a break-and-enter in progress at a residence on the 4400-block of Fifth Avenue. While investigating the break-and-enter, police officers noted a large number of counterfeit cigarettes in the home. Police officers obtained a search warrant for the residence where they discovered a significant number […]
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 – […]
RDCK Bulletin for Aug. 22: Only two evacuation orders remain
*Evacuation Alert rescinded for the communities of Argenta and Johnsons Landing. Evacuation Alert rescinded for Village of Slocan and a portion of the surrounding area in Electoral Area H. Evacuation Order partially rescinded on the west side of Slocan Lake due to Mulvey Creek wildfire. Currently there are two Evacuation Orders remaining in the RDCK: […]
RDCK rescinds more evacuation orders, provides resources
On the recommendation of the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS), the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) has rescinded the Evacuation Alert for the Village of Slocan and a portion of the surrounding area in Electoral Area H east of the Slocan River, west of Highway 6, and south to Lemon Creek. This […]
Large group of young people in Fruitvale prompt police to pan pranks
On Aug. 16 at 11:16 p.m., a frontline Trail and Greater RCMP officer received a report about a group of rambunctious youth playing ‘Ding Dong Ditch’ in the 1800 block of Columbia Gardens Road in Fruitvale, According to RCMP Sgt. Mike Wicentowich. He said a witness believed that approximately 15 youths were believed to be […]
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 […]
