Market analysis a critical next step in better air service for Castlegar
A recent survey sent out to regional businesses by Vancouver-based consultancy Operations Economics Inc. via the Chamber of Commerce asking detailed questions about business use of local flights and airport services seems to be causing some confusion among residents as to what the city hopes to gain in the process. The...
Castlegar Remembers; 2015 ceremonies
Local Remembrance Day events are set for tomorrow, and absolutely everyone is encouraged to attend and participate. Bob Brommeland, treasurer with the Castlegar/Robson Branch 170 of the Royal Canadian Legion, said everyone will muster at 10:30 a.m. in front of West’s department store on 6 Avenue. “We’ll march to the Cenotaph...
Call out for young veterans, poppy sales help vets of all ages, homeless shelter for local vets in the works
The Castlegar/Robson Branch 170 of the Royal Canadian Legion is reminding young veterans that the Legion and al its celebrations and programming are there for them, too. “We’re not an old boys’ club, we’re here for all veterans, and we’d love it if they came down and participated, or even just to meet them,” said Bob Brommeland,...
Former Nelsonite views graves of three local soldiers at Groesbeek Canadian War Cemetery
Earlier this year, a former Nelson business owner, Peter Godfrey, visited the Groesbeek Canadian War Cemetery and Memorial. The War Cemetery and Memorial, located three kilometres north of the village of Groesbeek, Netherlands, contains 2,338 Canadian soldiers of World War II. Included are three soldiers from Nelson — Private...
Two winning Lotto Max Tickets pulled in Friday's draw
Another Lotto Max Draw. Another winner from outside the Province of BC. Friday's $60 Million Lotto Max draw saw two winning tickets pulled in Alberta and Newfoundland and Labrador. One ticket was sold in Edmonton while the other lucky ticket was purchased in Conception Bay South. Each lucky ticket holder will pocket a cool ...
Communities in Bloom seeks pride of place in city marketing materials
Castlegar Communities in Bloom (CiB) is riding the incredible success of an entire decade, and is now asking the city to include their efforts in municipal marketing undertakings such as entrance signage and the city website. At its regular meeting Monday night, council heard from a CiB delegation headed by B.C. CiB chair...
City council to hold regular meeting at SHSS to engage city youth
A tentative date has been set for city council to hold a regular meeting at Stanley Humphries Secondary School, providing an opportunity for youth to learn about, and engage in, municipal politics. At its regular meeting Monday night, council heard from councillor Florio Vassilakakis, who said the afternoon of Jan. 18 will ...
Southern Interior drivers need to adjust to challenging conditions
Don't kid yourself, winter is definitely coming. According to ICBC (Insurance Corporation of BC) stats, in the Southern Interior, speed-related crashes that result in injury or fatality increase by over 90 per cent between November and January – totalling over 80 crashes each of these months. "With worsening weather across ...
Nelson Hydro rolls out plans for Community Solar program
Ready, set . . . time to make solar power. Nelson Hydro is ready to take the Heritage City into the solar energy world the introduction of Community Solar program. The program will offer solar energy to its customers. In a media release the City of Nelson said this type of community solar project makes solar more accessible,...
Castlegar Snow Dump Permits
SNOW DUMP PERMITS Contractors wanting to use the Complex Snow Dump for depositing snow will need a Snow Dump Permit. Applications are available at City Hall, Civic Works and at www.castlegar.ca. Once your application and fee of $750 is received at City hall, a Snow Dump key will then be issued. Please note: When plowing snow...
