Forest Enhancement Society of BC (FESBC) executive director Steve Kozuki has announced 42 newly funded forest enhancement projects, including five in the Kootenay Boundary region….
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Small fire reported near Skookumchuk mill
BC Wildfire Service this morning reports a new, small wildfire burning overnight at Skookumchuck. The estimated .01 hectare fire is located between the CPR tracks…
Skookumchuck working on mechanical failure
During the evening of January 9, a mechanical failure occurred on the fan that directs low concentration odorous gases to the incinerator on the Skookumchuck…
Paper Excellence donates to EKFH
Paper Excellence Canada has contributed a $25,000 donation to the East Kootenay Foundation for Health (EKFH). The donation supports the MALDI TOF program, which is…
Baxter family extends thank you
On behalf of the Baxter family, a deep and sincere thank you is extended to all involved in the search earlier this week of Louise…
Stolen vehicle discovered at Wasa Provincial Park
A ‘Hot Car Report’ submitted to e-KNOW and local media this morning helped Kimberley RCMP recover a stolen vehicle. “Thanks to the media and a…
Wildsight celebrates 30 years of conservation work
By Lars Sander-Green On June 12 Wildsight—a non-profit champion for the natural backyard we all cherish—celebrated its 30th year of working to protect wildlife, clean…
Building permit value 16% higher in 2016
Kimberley City Council Report By Nowell Berg On January 9, City of Kimberley council held its bi-monthly meeting. All councilors, except Councillor Sandra Roberts, and…
Seismic mess is going to hurt
e-KNOW Editorial By Ian Cobb Even though the East Kootenay is not greatly threatened by earthquakes, compared to the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island, where…
A good time to think outside the box
e-KNOW Editorial Former District of Invermere Mayor Mark Shmigelsky was fond of reminding fellow Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) directors from the Elk Valley…