Castlegar/Trail search warrants executed in drug trafficking investigation
Castlegar and Trail RCMP executed two search warrants on rural properties related to a joint investigation. On September 15, 2026, Castlegar RCMP and Trail RCMP, with assistance from the RCMP Southeast District Emergency Response Team (ERT), executed search warrants at two rural properties in relation to a joint drug trafficking investigation. The search warrants were executed at residences located in the 8600 […]
City Invites Public Input on 2027 Budget
The City of Castlegar is inviting residents and community organizations to help shape the City’s 2027 budget by sharing their ideas, priorities, and feedback throughout the budget process. Each year, the budget guides how public funds are invested in essential services, infrastructure, programs, and initiatives that support quality of life in Castlegar. “The City’s budget […]
You're invited to the Community Foundation of Castlegar & District AGM
The Community Foundation of Castlegar & District (CFOCD) Is hosting it Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 14 at the Confluence (1995 6 Ave.) from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. CFOCD is making a lasting impact across our region, quietly helping local organizations thrive through grants, community support, and long-term investment in our shared future. The […]
Many local drivers don't know law that protects roadside workers Flashing amber lights mean the same thing as emergency lights: Slow down and move over
Nearly all Kootenay residents who drive for work know they must slow down and move over for emergency vehicles with flashing red and blue lights. But far fewer realize the same law also protects other roadside workers who use flashing amber lights. A Road Safety at Work survey conducted this year found that 98 per […]
K.A.A.P.'s adorable adoptables: Cookie's Crumbles
*Please read before applying for these kittens, we can only respond to homes that we feel would be appropriate (explained below) Applications are found on the website, kaap.ca under “adopt”. Cookie’s crumbles came to KAAP after being found living as strays, with their mom who, is of course named Cookie. They had no human interaction […]
School’s in Session: Parent’s guide on talking to kids about 9-1-1
As families prepare for the return to school next week, E-Comm is encouraging parents and caregivers to teach their children how and when to call 9-1-1. The new school year may bring new routines and greater independence. Whether that means walking to and from school on their own, taking public transit, heading to games or […]
Cops for Kids Riders Arriving in Castlegar Sept. 13
The Castlegar community is invited to come out and welcome the Cops for Kids Ride team when they arrive at the Castlegar RCMP Detachment on Sunday, Sept. 13 at 3:30 p.m. Presented by the Thomas Alan Budd Foundation, the annual Cops for Kids Ride brings together law enforcement and civilian riders for a challenging 10-day […]
Single motorcycle collision results in fatality
On Sept. 5, 2026, shortly after 7 p.m., Castlegar RCMP were advised of a single motorcycle collision on Hwy 3 east of Castlegar, according to Sgt. Monty Taylor. He said first responders attended the scene and located a motorcycle with significant damage, along with the lone rider, a 62-year-old man, who had succumbed to his […]
MISSING: RCMP seek public assistance in locating Kimesha Clarke
Castlegar RCMP is seeking public assistance in locating Kimesha Clarke, who was reported missing on September 1, 2026 Kimesha Clarke was last seen on September 1, 2026, in the 1400 block of Columbia Avenue. Description of Kimesha Clarke: Black female 41 years 5 ft 7 in (170 cm) 122 lbs (55 kg) Dark grey wavy hair Brown […]
DriveSmartBC: Do You Know All of BC's Road Signs?
Question: A while ago you wrote about the test that new drivers have to take to get their licence. I took the practice test and there were at least two road signs in it that I had never seen before. I’m worried that there are other signs I wouldn’t recognize and wonder if there is a […]
