People in in the Kootenay Boundary will have increased access to a new MRI suite at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH) in Trail. “People living in the Kootenay Boundary will have access to timely scans through this new state-of-the-art MRI suite, providing increased diagnostic testing close to home,” said Adrian Dix, Minister of Health. “This […]

The provincial government’s Columbia River Treaty team will host a public virtual information session about the recent agreement-in-principle (AIP) reached between Canada and the United States to modernize the Columbia River Treaty. The virtual information session will be held on Sept. 17, 2024, from 6-7:30 p.m. (Pacific time) and 7-8:30 p.m. (Mountain time). Members of […]

The RCMP is pleased to confirm that the 42-year-old male reported missing on August 30, 2024 has been located, and he is safe and sound. The RCMP thanks the media and public for their assistance. Previous Story: RCMP seek public assistance in locating Matthew Moreau RCMP is seeking public assistance in locating Matthew Moreau, who […]

Rescheduled due to July’s heatwave, the Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society (CKISS) and Tilia Botanicals are excited to present a hands-on workshop on Thursday, September 5, 2024, from 6-8 p.m. This free event will explore the benefits of medicinal and edible invasive plants while addressing their impact on native ecosystems. The workshop will include plant […]

Castlegar RCMP are on the lookout for a early-morning thief who lifted a set of tires and rims last week from the Hyundai dealership in the Sunflower City. Castlegar RCMP said officers responded at 5 a.m. to a to a theft at the local dealership where a witness observed theft from a vehicle in the […]

Grand Forks RCMP have taken a man into custody following numerous reports of a man in a truck allegedly in possession of a shotgun. RCMP said in a media release that during the past few days, residents have made reports regarding a male in a black truck allegedly in possession of a shotgun. RCMP said […]

Trail and Greater District RCMP said officers responded to a report of men suffering gunshot wounds over the weekend. In the weekly media release, Trail and Greater District RCMP said at approximately 1.22 a.m. Saturday, August 17, police responded to a report that two men has sustained gunshot wounds after they were dropped off at […]

A dedicated group of elders in British Columbia is issuing a heartfelt call to action for National Seniors Day on October 1. The Suzuki Elders and SPEC Elders (Society Promoting Environmental Conservation), in collaboration with the national organization Seniors for Climate and seniors across Canada, are mobilizing for Seniors Climate Action Day to address the […]

The B.C. Wildlife Federation (BCWF) is thrilled to announce its upcoming Wetlands Institute workshop, a unique and immersive seven-day training event provided by our Wetland Education Program. This exceptional opportunity is offered at no charge to B.C. applicants with wetland or watershed projects that benefit the province. This workshop is ideal for consultants, planners, members […]

Trail RCMP are investigating a neighbour assault on August 10, 2024, in the 1200 block of Columbia Avenue. RCMP said that at 9:11 a.m. frontline Trail and Greater District RCMP officers responded to an assault in progress between two women. RCMP said a 35-year-old Trail woman allegedly assaulted her neighbour, 25-year-old Trail woman, during a […]