The Victoria Street Bridge in downtown Trail appears to have escaped structural damage following a fire Tuesday evening Trail and Greater District RCMP said in a media release. Trail and Greater District RCMP said that on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at 8:38 p.m. RCMP officers and Kootenay Boundary Regional Fire Rescue responded to a fire […]

Economic and community development will now work hand-in-hand in the South Kootenay region as two long-standing organizations merge to increase efficiencies and opportunities under a non-profit structure. The Lower Columbia Initiatives Corporation (LCIC) is amalgamating with its non-profit parent organization, the Lower Columbia Community Development Team Society (LCCDTS). This restructure means one entity will handle […]

It is August and bat pups are learning to fly and leaving their summer roosts. The BC Community Bat Programs get many reports of bats found in unusual spots like entryways, on the ground, or even flying into a house if the door is left open. This is normal at this time of year. Please […]

As British Columbians prepare to enjoy the B.C. Day long weekend, FortisBC Inc. (FortisBC) is reminding residents and visitors to stay safe around its hydroelectric dams in the Kootenays. When visiting waterways for outdoor recreational activities, it’s crucial to be aware of the safety hazards these areas present. “Public safety is our top priority and […]

On Saturday, July 27,  Creston RCMP responded to a single motorcycle collision on Hwy 3A at Twin Bays, BC. Upon arrival, a 71-year-old male driver of a motorcycle was being treated for injuries sustained. Evidence at the scene suggested the driver, who was travelling alone and south on Hwy 3A, failed to navigate a corner. […]

The increase in the danger of fires in the North Kootenay region has forced the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) Emergency Operations Centre (EOC), in conjunction with the BC Wildfire Service to move from an Evacuation Alert to an Evacuation Order for the communities of Argenta and Johnsons Landing in Electoral Area D due […]

On the recommendation of the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS), the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) has expanded the existing Evacuation Order to include the entire Village of Silverton, and 17 surrounding addresses in Electoral Area “H”. This Order is adding to the existing Order areas south of the Village of […]

A number of small troughs have passed through the Southeast Fire Centre since the evening of July 17. In the past week, over 1600 lightning strikes have been recorded, resulting in 126 new fires in the region. Ground crews, aviation resources, heavy equipment, and structure protection teams have been working on clusters of fires throughout […]

All areas of BC. The Community Bat Programs of BC invite you to embrace your connection to bats by wearing clothing that supports bat conservation. These unique clothing items have been created by BC artists passionate about bats. Fundraising efforts will go to the Community Bat Programs of BC to raise awareness about bats, help coordinate Annual Bat […]

The Gold Fever Follies – in the newly air conditioned Miners Union Hall! — are here again to entertain and delight. This year’s story, Casino Rossland, is built around real events and real people in Rossland’s history – beginning with the City’s long-ago financial problems in the years around 1900, and a dubious scheme to […]