Homecoming to remember as Shawn Hook takes the stage for Trail's Silver City Days
JUNO Award Nominee, Shawn Hook, will headline a special homecoming show during the Silver City Days celebrations on Sat. May 9 at 7 pm. “We are excited to welcome back to The Bailey Stage local artist, and internationally known performer, Shawn Hook with his Band to headline Silver City Days,” said Amelia Ewart, Executive and […]
RCMP Emergency Response Team assists in executing firearms warrant in Fruitvale
On April 15, 2026, Trail RCMP obtained a search warrant for a residence in Fruitvale. Trail RCMP received a report on April 10, 2026, related to a firearms complaint. As a result of the investigation, officers determined that firearms offences had occurred and applied for a search warrant at a residence on Mills Road in Fruitvale. Officers conducted a […]
Increased accommodation for Basin residents requiring medical care in Kelowna
Each year, hundreds of Columbia Basin residents must travel outside the region to access specialized medical care at Kelowna General Hospital, often for extended periods of time. To help reduce the financial and emotional strain this medical travel places on Basin families, Columbia Basin Trust is supporting an expansion of JoeAnna’s House in Kelowna in partnership with […]
Castlegar Sustainability Tour: Selkirk College and the Confluence Building
You’re invited to get a first-hand look at cutting-edge sustainability features showcased at a pair of buildings in Castlegar, Selkirk College’s Castlegar Campus and the Confluence building, at a tour on Thursday, April 23. The first stop is Selkirk College’s Castlegar Campus. Moving from the main building to the Mir Centre for Peace, the tour will […]
Non-replaceable forestry license for hard-to-access or fire/pest-damaged wood
A non-replaceable forest licence has been awarded to Box Lake Lumber Products, enhancing its operations and the sustainable use of local timber. The opportunity is targeted to boost B.C.’s value‑added wood sector, putting to work unlogged timber. “A stable supply of wood to small-town forestry companies is a win for everyone in the community,” said […]
DriveSmartBC: Driving Attitude and You
“Haven’t you got anything better to do?” This was a common attitude expressed by drivers after being told that they had been stopped for a traffic rule infraction. “Why aren’t you out catching real criminals?” I’m not sure these drivers believed me when I told them that they were more likely to suffer financial loss, […]
Smoke Eaters at Salmon Arm Game Four in playoff action
The Salmon Arm Silverbacks now have a significant playoff lead after defeating the Trail Smoke Eaters 4-3 in Game 3 of their BCHL Interior West series last night. The winning goal came from Silverback Landon Mackie in a power play during the last 24 seconds of the third period. This gives the Silverbacks a commanding […]
Sports: With corrected start time! Lacrosse at the Rossland Arena on April 11 & 12
CORRECTION: The start time originally given for the Saturday game was incorrect; the actual start time will be 6:00 pm. The West Kootenay Timberwolves are preparing for the upcoming season as their program continues to grow across the region. The existing Junior team joined the West Coast Junior Lacrosse League for the 2026 season and […]
Op/Ed: Ten Years into the Toxic Drug Crisis
There are moments when the toxic drug crisis becomes painfully real. A phone call in the middle of the night. A memorial growing on along the side of the Columbia River. A name spoken quietly among colleagues because another person didn’t make it. For many people in British Columbia, these moments are no longer rare. […]
Evening blaze destroys large part of Sunningdale home
March 27 saw fire crews responding to a residential fire on Hazelwood Drive according to KBRFR Acting Captain Kyle Boutin. Boutin said the call came in at 10:33 p.m., and crews arrived at 10:39 p.m. to find heavy smoke and flame coming from the rear of the home. “The fire started accidentally from a faulty […]
