By Jeff Conners After 30 years of decline, smoking rates in Canada have risen. Could this disconcerting statistic be linked to the growing popularity of e-cigarettes?…
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Take steps towards a healthier life – test for radon
By Mike Adams Every day we make decisions to protect our health. Whether it’s choosing fruit and vegetables, taking the stairs, or biking to work, we’re…
Notes from City Hall
Clearing Snow and Ice Icy sidewalks can be a hazard for everyone including seniors, children, mail carriers, meter readers, firefighters and paramedics. As the weather…
Kimberley City Council Report
By Nowell Berg City of Kimberley council met at its bi-monthly meeting September 12. Here is a summary of city business conducted at the meeting….
Sparwood council facts
The following is a breakdown as to what occurred during the Oct. 19 District of Sparwood council meeting. DELEGATION Sparwood Chamber of Commerce Marjorie Templin,…
Council asks community to be radon aware
Residents encouraged to test their homes for radon this winter The City of Kimberley would like city residents to be radon aware and test their…
Innovative radon training coming to region
This February, Cranbrook will be visited by building industry professionals from British Columbia, Alberta, and the United States for the Kootenay region’s first-ever radon measurement…
Family impacted by lung cancer urges others to reduce cancer risk
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and a family personally affected by lung cancer is joining forces with health advocates to encourage Southern Interior residents…
Breathe easier
Starting March 1, Wildsight launched its Wood Stove Exchange program, sponsored by the BC Lung Association, and the BC Ministry of Environment. Program coordinator, Erna…
Central cities get funding for wood stove exchange
Cranbrook and Kimberley are among 14 British Columbia communities receiving B.C. government funds to aid wood stove exchange programs. The Town of Golden is also…