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Food-conditioned bear taken out of Millennium Park

Food-conditioned bear taken out of Millennium Park

A bear decided to hang out in the area and ended up in a tree.
Coming soon: expanded bus service, single multi-zone fare

Coming soon: expanded bus service, single multi-zone fare

Bus riders in the West Kootenay Transit System will benefit from extended service on several routes.

Going home: safety tips for your return post-evacuation

Proper steps you can take to make the transition home easier and safer.
Conroy named Minister of Children and Family Development

Conroy named Minister of Children and Family Development

Kootenay West’s MLA was among the 22 members of the NDP who were sworn in as cabinet ministers.
Rossland duo hope to host off-road triathlon

Rossland duo hope to host off-road triathlon

The off-road triathlon would include a 1,200 metre swim in the Centre Star Gulch reservoir.
Premier John Horgan, NDP cabinet get down to work

Premier John Horgan, NDP cabinet get down to work

NDP’s 22-member cabinet includes minister of mental health
Smoky skies over valley caused by fires in Kamloops and Cariboo Fire Centres

Smoky skies over valley caused by fires in Kamloops and Cariboo Fire Centres

Most of the smoke blanketing the valley is not from local fires.
Expect return of wildfire smoke to Rossland

Expect return of wildfire smoke to Rossland

BC Wildfire Service is expecting smoke from Kamloops and Cariboo fires to drift into the region.
Rossland Gold Fever Follies opening leaves attendees gushing

Rossland Gold Fever Follies opening leaves attendees gushing

The main floor of the Miners’ Hall was packed for the grand opening of the Gold Fever Follies.
MEd students explore place-based learning in Castlegar, Rossland

MEd students explore place-based learning in Castlegar, Rossland

Master of Education students from Nelson UBC have been exploring area communities.