On Sun., Jan. 19, 2025, frontline Trail and Greater District RCMP officers executed a search warrant under the Controlled Drugs and Substance Act on a residence located in the 500 block of 10 Avenue, in Montrose. The officers arrested a 20-year-old Montrose man at the residence. The man was taken into police custody and later […]

By BC Parks Foundation BC Parks Foundation is proud to be part of the largest expansion of Rosebud Lake Regional Park in its 30-year history, expanding the park from 16 hectares to more than 80. That’s five times its current size. This expansion brings much of the lake’s shoreline into the regional park. The shoreline […]

Columbia Basin Trust continues to value the voices of Columbia Basin residents in shaping its work. To further this commitment, the Trust is introducing four new task forces and inviting Basin residents to apply. “Since our inception, the people of this region have played a vital role in shaping the Trust and how we deliver […]

“Searra was located. She is well. Thank you.” This from Trail RCMP detachment commander Sgt. Mike Wicentowich. “The social media post lead to interest in this matter; however, the police conducted an investigation and believed she was fine but were not able to contact her directly until a short time ago.” Previous coverage: On Sun., […]

Re: https://rosslandtelegraph.com/2024/12/30/column-political-power-and-justin-trudeau/ (by Charles Jeanes Dec 30, 2024) Justin Trudeau’s resignation has prompted plenty of reflections about his legacy. Regardless of his critics’ rhetoric, Trudeau made some important headway on dental care and childcare, and advanced more concrete action on emissions reduction than we’ve seen from any other government. While he made big, progressive promises, […]

Digging deeper into understanding the barriers and opportunities for rural economic development, a Selkirk Innovates research team has embarked on a three-year project focused on outcomes that will help regional cannabis producers navigate a better future in the choppy waters of legalization. The federal government passed the Cannabis Act in October 2018, making Canada the […]

The larger of the two outdoor community rinks is now open for skating and hockey. The City of Castlegar is pleased to announce that the larger outdoor ice rink at 2501 14th Avenue, on the back of Kinnaird Park, is now open for public use. The rink is free to use and available daily from 7 a.m. […]

The City of Castlegar’s yard waste facility at 2101 6th Avenue will permanently close as of March 31, 2025. Council made the decision to close the facility due to the success of the City’s Residential Curbside Collection program, which provides residents with a convenient weekly solution for disposing of food scraps and yard waste. The […]

Economic growth, protecting public services key focus of cabinet mandate Cabinet ministers are being directed to focus on growing B.C.’s economy and protecting vital public services in the face of unprecedented threats from beyond Canada’s borders, including United States president-elect Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs. British Columbians have asked us to deliver for them in ways […]

It’s time for our community to come together to raise money and awareness on the Coldest Night of the Year! The theme of this year’s fundraiser is to change the tune for people experiencing hurt, hunger and homelessness, because it’s cold out there. Coldest Night of the Year is an annual walk to raise funds to help […]