By Sgt. Darren Kakuno This past week, October 7 through October 13, Columbia Valley RCMP responded to 50 calls for service. The following are some…
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Rebates announced for EV charging stations
The Ministry of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources Sept. 26 announced the provincial government will be offering more than $4 million in new CleanBC rebates,…
RDEK Board Highlights
The following is a synopsis of what occurred at the Sept. 6 Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) board of directors’ meeting. 10-Year Service Award…
BC Hydro applies for lower rates
British Columbians could pay less for electricity next spring if the B.C. Utilities Commission (BCUC) approves BC Hydro’s request for a decrease in rates. “For…
Ecosystem restoration burns set for Sulphur Creek area
A series of controlled burns in the Sulphur Creek area will enhance wildlife habitat for ungulates, such as moose and mule deer, reduce accumulations of…
Columbia Valley RCMP Report
By Sgt. Darren Kakuno This past week, August 5 through August 11, Columbia Valley RCMP responded to 112 calls for service. The following are some…
Moyie connection project completed
A BC Hydro project to connect services in Cranbrook and Moyie has been completed ahead of time and under budget. This April, BC Hydro began…
Fernie Fall Fair returning Sept. 22
Back again in September 2019 is The Fernie Fall Fair! This much-loved annual event is the perfect bookend to the Fernie Chautauqua weekend and is…
Cold wars over office A/C says BC Hydro report
A recent BC Hydro report finds the increased use of air conditioning (A/C) in B.C. workplaces is leading to worker discomfort and conflict between employees…
Restoring a natural Ponderosa Pine ecosystem
One of 38 FWCP-funded projects in the Columbia region this year The Fish & Wildlife Compensation Program (FWCP) is funding a project that will restore a…