Two seriously injured in head-on crash near China Creek
On Monday, Oct. 25, at approximately 7:30 a.m., Trail RCMP, BC Highway Patrol and Emergency Services responded to a two-vehicle head-on collision on Hwy 22 near China Creek, about two kilometres north of Genelle. "Upon arrival, it was determined that a southbound Kia crossed the centre line and collided head on with a northbound...
Haunted Heritage Tours Nelson Ghost Walk is BACK
Haunted Heritage Tours Nelson Ghost Walk 2021 — Is Back. On Saturday Oct. 30 Haunted Heritage Tours Nelson will host two Ghost Walks featuring stories gathered by the Nelson Paranormal League. Tours start and end at Touchstones Nelson – Museum of Art and History at noon and 2 p.m. “Telling the stories of Nelson’s paranormal...
Police investigating 100 Mile House murder
In the evening hours of Oct. 19, 100 Mile RCMP received a 911 call reporting what sounded like gunshots in the industrial area of the community.Police responded and located a person who had succumbed to their injuries. Police are investigating how the person died and the circumstances leading up the incident.Evidence at the...
CBT to require full immunization for staff/board
Columbia Basin Trust is moving forward with implementation of a proof of vaccination policy requiring staff and Board members to be fully vaccinated by the end of November. “It is critically important we remain vigilant in our efforts to support a safe and healthy workplace,” said Johnny Strilaeff, President & CEO of...
Selkirk College adds student housing in Castlegar, Nelson
Selkirk College students in Castlegar and Nelson will have more access to student housing as provincial funding for 148 beds in two new buildings has been approved. These new buildings will provide more on-campus housing options, while helping to reduce rental-market pressure in both communities. “When students can focus...
Two cops injured, Trail suspect tasered after knife attack
Two local RCMP officers were injured while attempting to disarm a knife-wielding Trail man, according to RCMP Sgt. Mike Wicentowich. "On Oct. 9 at 6:27 p.m., Trail and Greater District RCMP responded to a complaint about a 41-year-old Trail man allegedly causing a disturbance in the 2000 block of Daniel Street in Trail. A...
Fake gun garners real-life consequences
On Oct. 4, at 8:37 p.m.. a frontline Trail and Greater District RCMP officer was conducting a patrol when she located a 34-year-old Trail man allegedly brandishing a replica handgun near the intersection of Bay Avenue and Daniel Street in Trail, according to Trail RCMP top cop Sgt. Mike Wicentowich. "The officer spotted the...
City of Castlegar Council Highlights - October 4
Affordable Housing Partner - Expression of Interest Earlier this year, with support from Columbia Basin Trust, the City purchased the old Eremenko Building (310 Columbia Avenue and 1224 3rd Street) for the purpose of building a new art gallery downtown and to create affordable housing. With support from the Trust and the...
MISSING: Police searching for Creston man
The Creston RCMP are requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing Creston resident. 21-year old Jesse Markwart was reported missing by his family on Sept. 25, 2021. He was last seen in the Creston area on Sept. 20. Police are very concerned for Jesse’s health and well-being, and his family reports that it is out...
Robson Fire Fighters Rooftop Camp Out a Huge Success
This past weekend the Robson Volunteer Fire Department hosted their second annual Rooftop Camp Out to raise critical funds and awareness for Muscular Dystrophy Canada. On Oct. 2 - 3, from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., several members from the RVFD were atop Johnny’s Grocery and Gas and they raised their highest total since they began...
