In December 2016 District of Sparwood council adopted an amendment to the Utility and Solid Waste Management Bylaw 1014 to address the issue of animal attraction to waste, in…
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Weed warriors unite – stop the spread of Japanese Knotweed
Japanese Knotweed is the most destructive weed to have in your backyard and it is becoming a high concern in the East Kootenay. As the…
Use of face masks during wildfire events
Interior Health (IH) has received a number of inquiries from the public about the use of face masks for protection against wildfire smoke. IH would…
RCMP warn about Cops for Kids phone calls
Southern Interior RCMP are warning the public of telephone solicitations in the name of Cops for Kids that could be circulating throughout the Southeast District…
Obituary for Rochellee Adriana Douglas
Rochellee Adriana Douglas 1995 – 2017 A Thanksgiving Service for Rochellee Douglas who passed away in Moyie, BC will be held at the House Of…
Farm to Folk – bringing the Kootenay’s bounty to your doorstep
By Michelle Forbes People living in the Kootenays love real food. They love supporting farmer’s markets. They love supporting their local farms and artisans. The…
Commercial huckleberry harvest detrimental: Wildsight
By Lars Sander-Green Wildsight Commercial harvesting of wild huckleberries is happening on a scale not before seen in the Kootenays. Roughly 30 harvesters working in…
Horoscope for the week beginning August 11
By Michael O’Connor Tip of the Week With all the record-breaking heat waves and the scope and magnitude of fires this summer, one wonders if…
City urges wildfire preparedness
With continued hot, dry weather and a number of new lightning-caused fires in the region it is important to be prepared in the event of…
First Saturday fills Kimberley with music
By Chris Newel The First Saturday events held each month from May to October always features music during the day and into the evening. This…