Leafs need OT to knock off pesky Bruins; Rebels outlast Braves
Despite lagging in the basement of the Murdoch Divison with seven wins in 26 games, the Border Bruins are proving points do not come easy against the Grand Forks-based franchise. The Nelson Leafs needed overtime to secure the two points in Kootenay International Junior Hockey League action Tuesday in the Boundary City. Robson Cramer scored […]
RDCK joins new wood stove exchange
The Regional Distict of Central Kootenay is joining forces with the province to encourage residents to replace their old wood stoves with cleaner burning models. The RDCK is collaborating with local municipalities to help residents burn better through the Wood Stove Exchange Rebate Program. “The RDCK is one of 13 regions across BC […]
Bedtime Rhymes Pantomime brings Mother Goose to life on the streets of Nelson
At times, living in Nelson can seem like being part of a fairytale. But this year’s Christmas Pantomime will be taking that feeling and turning into a reality of sorts. Hitting the stage this December 4, 5 and 6 at the Capitol Theatre, this year’s panto is called Bedtime Rhymes Pantomime – and it’s set […]
CBT speaks to abattoir petition; community consultation
As many as 465 people have signed a petition asking Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) to fund a local abattoir, underlining the need for upcoming community consultations, according to CBT spokesperson Delphi Hoodicoff. The petition, posted by Slocan resident Jim Ross, is entitled ‘We ask the Columbia Basin Trust to fund an abattoir, processing, storage, distribution […]
Social media credited, in part, with finding missing little boy
Social media proved its power on Nov. 19, becoming an instrumental tool in helping to find a missing 10-year-old Castlegar boy in Trail (his name is being withheld to protect his and his family’s privacy). At roughly 6:30 p.m., RCMP Cpl. Dave Johnson contacted The Source and asked the word be spread about a missing child....
CP Rail response doesn't track for council
At its first regular meeting since the election, city council expressed frustration over a less-than-satisfactory response from CP Rail regarding a new schedule of night trains running through the region. This, after CP Rail sent a delegation to council's regular meeting on Oct. 6 attended by more than 100 upset residents, ...
LETTER: Winterfest committee explains why cancellation stands
Further to the Public Notice issued on Nov. 20, from the Winterfest Organizing Committee, Winterfest will remain cancelled for 2014. After continued discussion and consideration of potential options for hosting Winterfest 2014 at a different location, it has been determined that alternative arrangements for the annual parade,...
Selkirk College Saints Host Victoria in Crucial Double Header to End Semester
The Selkirk College Saints will be shooting for a strong finish to the first half of the season this weekend when they take on the University of Victoria Vikes at the Castlegar Recreation Centre. The defending British Columbia Intercollegiate Hockey League (BCIHL) champions are getting set to head into the Christmas break and...
Nakusp RCMP asks for public assistance in solving crime spree
RCMP is asking for public assistance in solving three thefts in the area in a span of two weeks in the Nakusp area. Cpl. Ryan Feller of the Nakusp/Slocan Lake RCMP said police are continuing to investigate the thefts and are seeking assistance from the public. The thefts began (Monday) November 3 when RCMP received […]
Castlegar's Nichol takes home grand prize at Nelson Open Cashspiel
There were plenty of big names at the 2014 Nelson Open Cashspiel — names like Horning, McHargue, Nerpin and Thomson. But in the end it was Myron Nichol of Castlegar coming away as the big winner at the $10,000 2014 Nelson Open Cashspiel Sunday at the Nelson Curling Club. Nichol, third Barry Marsh and second […]
