By Don McCormick As we approach the end of August, wildfires remain a threat. What are we doing to reduce wildfire risk to the community?…
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Area E broadband gets regional push
Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) board of directors Jan. 10 unanimously agreed to a request from the Columbia Basin Broadband Corporation (CBBC) for up…
Backcountry tenure proposal concerning: Wildsight
Town hall meeting in Kimberley April 30 A year round backcountry tenure for heli-skiing, heli-biking and heli-hiking and more is proposed for the heart of…
Remembering Art Twomey: a wilderness pioneer
By John Bergenske Art Twomey died in a helicopter crash in his beloved Purcell Mountains 20 years ago this January. He first arrived in the Purcells…
Smoke coming from outside of region
Much of the smoke that’s currently visible in parts of the Southeast Fire Centre is not coming from wildfires in B.C., but instead emanating from…
Parks threatened as we celebrate Canada’s Parks Day
This Saturday, July 19, is Canada’s Parks Day. All across the country, Canadians will celebrate the important role parks play in maintaining healthy and resilient…