Chelsea Novak

Unclear how deal between Airbnb and B.C. will impact Rossland

Unclear how deal between Airbnb and B.C. will impact Rossland

It’s not clear how the province’s decision will impact the Rossland’s short-term rentals regulations.

Unclear how deal between Airbnb and B.C. will impact Rossland
Libby Martin and Courtney Jewitt from the Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre presented the museum’s Strategic Plan and 2017 Annual Report to council. (Chelsea Novak/Rossland News)

Rossland city council sorts things out with museum

The Rossland Museum Discovery Centre has been growing its funding sources.

Libby Martin and Courtney Jewitt from the Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre presented the museum’s Strategic Plan and 2017 Annual Report to council. (Chelsea Novak/Rossland News)
Behind the photo of the elk on a snow-covered roof

Behind the photo of the elk on a snow-covered roof

The bull elk spotted on a rooftop was able to get up there by using snow to climb onto the carport.

Behind the photo of the elk on a snow-covered roof
A family of lynx was spotted on Rino’s Run at Red Mountain over the weekend. (Rob Stroud)

Animal hijinks aplenty in the region

Rob Stroud shot the video of a family of four lynx on Rino’s Run.

A family of lynx was spotted on Rino’s Run at Red Mountain over the weekend. (Rob Stroud)
Marc-André Choquette is the executive chef at the Velvet Restaurant, which will soon open inside the Josie Hotel at Red Mountain. (Chelsea Novak/Rossland News)

Chef Choquette bringing fine dining to Red Mountain

Red Mountain will soon be home to a fine dining experience with a view of the chairlift.

Marc-André Choquette is the executive chef at the Velvet Restaurant, which will soon open inside the Josie Hotel at Red Mountain. (Chelsea Novak/Rossland News)
The renovation of the Rossland Youth Action Network’s new space will hopefully be finished by the end of the month. (Chelsea Novak/Rossland News)

Rossland Youth Action Network putting finishing touches on new space

The local youth action network is putting the finishing touches on its new building.

The renovation of the Rossland Youth Action Network’s new space will hopefully be finished by the end of the month. (Chelsea Novak/Rossland News)
Rossland Rotary is seeking youth applicants to be one of the above 200 youths from all over Canada participating in Adventures in Citizenship in Ottawa.

Rossland Rotary seeking applicants for Adventure in Citizenship Ottawa trip

Rossland Rotary is accepting applications to send a student on an expense-paid trip to Ottawa, Ont.

Rossland Rotary is seeking youth applicants to be one of the above 200 youths from all over Canada participating in Adventures in Citizenship in Ottawa.
The Outdoor Youth Leadership Program group hiking up Slocan Lake to Evans Creek and then overnighting and heading up to Cahill Lake. (Submitted)

Seven Summits receives funding for environmental education

The Seven Summits Centre for Learning is receiving $9,000 to integrate environmental education.

The Outdoor Youth Leadership Program group hiking up Slocan Lake to Evans Creek and then overnighting and heading up to Cahill Lake. (Submitted)
Carolyn Cameron (right) regularly performs with Dawna Kavanagh (left), as well as the classical music trio La Cafamore, as a violinist but this month will be performing two solo piano concerts to raise money for local organizations. (File photo)

Local pianist raising funds with Romantics concert

A local pianist is raising money for two local organizations with concerts featuring classical piano

Carolyn Cameron (right) regularly performs with Dawna Kavanagh (left), as well as the classical music trio La Cafamore, as a violinist but this month will be performing two solo piano concerts to raise money for local organizations. (File photo)
Completion rate over time for Aboriginal and all students in School District 20, Kootenay-Columbia. (From web)

School District 20 completion rate trending up

The B.C. Ministry of Education released completion rates in school districts across the province.

Completion rate over time for Aboriginal and all students in School District 20, Kootenay-Columbia. (From web)
The winning team from “Price is Jeopardy or No Deal of Future” hosted by the Little Oasis Benefit Society. The event raised over $1,500. (Submitted)

Game show fundraiser for Little Oasis Benefit Society raises over $1,500

The society hosted “Price is Jeopardy or No Deal of Future” at the Rossland Miners’ Hall.

The winning team from “Price is Jeopardy or No Deal of Future” hosted by the Little Oasis Benefit Society. The event raised over $1,500. (Submitted)
The West Kootenay Take a Hike program will hold its second annual Moonlight Snowshoe & Fatbike Quest fundraiser at Red Mountain Resort on Feb. 8. Last year the program raised $6,000 with the event. (Submitted)

Go on a snowshoe quest with Take a Hike

An alternative education program invites area residents to its moonlight snowshoe fundraiser.

The West Kootenay Take a Hike program will hold its second annual Moonlight Snowshoe & Fatbike Quest fundraiser at Red Mountain Resort on Feb. 8. Last year the program raised $6,000 with the event. (Submitted)
The Rossland Council for Arts and Culture board members from left to right, back row: Kate Garlange, Bob Reardon, Renate Fleming and Andy Stradling. Front row: Laura Pettitt, Theshini Naicker, Samantha Parrot.

Rossland Council for Arts and Culture turns 20, looks for new members

Last year was an eventful one for the local arts council.

The Rossland Council for Arts and Culture board members from left to right, back row: Kate Garlange, Bob Reardon, Renate Fleming and Andy Stradling. Front row: Laura Pettitt, Theshini Naicker, Samantha Parrot.
Female skiers: Cammy Hursh in first, Chandrima Lavoie in second and Andrea Byrne in third. (Ashley Voykin Photography)

Rossland snowboarder wins Freeride World Qualifier at Canadian Open Freeride Championships

The Canadian Open Freeride Championships wrapped up Wednesday at Red Mountain.

Female skiers: Cammy Hursh in first, Chandrima Lavoie in second and Andrea Byrne in third. (Ashley Voykin Photography)
Naloxone kits like this one are available at ANKORS in Nelson. (Carmen Weld)

Interior Health alarmed at spike in OD deaths

Interior Health reported nine suspected fatal overdoses in five days.

Naloxone kits like this one are available at ANKORS in Nelson. (Carmen Weld)
The Albohaulics claimed the trophy in the 2018 Sonny Samuelson Bobsled Race. Left to right: Darrin Albo, Marilyn Samuelson, Ryan Kryski and Walker Sidoni. (Chelsea Novak/Rossland News)

VIDEO: Albohaulics claim victory at Sonny Samuelson Bobsled Race

The winners of the 2018 Sonny Samuelson Bobsled Race were the Albohaulics .

The Albohaulics claimed the trophy in the 2018 Sonny Samuelson Bobsled Race. Left to right: Darrin Albo, Marilyn Samuelson, Ryan Kryski and Walker Sidoni. (Chelsea Novak/Rossland News)
The spectator who was injured in the accident at last year’s Sonny Samuelson Bobsled Race is suing for her injuries. (File photo)

UPDATED: Woman injured at 2017 Sonny Samuelson Bobsled Race in Rossland sues

Nicole Valliere was struck by a bobsled at last year’s race.

The spectator who was injured in the accident at last year’s Sonny Samuelson Bobsled Race is suing for her injuries. (File photo)
Charlotte Anderson from Whitewater Ski Team. (Chelsea Novak/Rossland News)

Racers storm the course

Teams from the Nancy Green Ski League were out at Red Mountain on Sunday for the league’s Zone Race.

Charlotte Anderson from Whitewater Ski Team. (Chelsea Novak/Rossland News)
Rossland Summit School wants to input from parents, students and community members on food and healthy eating. (Thinkstock)

Rossland Summit School engaging students and parents on food

Rossland Summit School is looking for input from its stakeholders on food and food culture.

Rossland Summit School wants to input from parents, students and community members on food and healthy eating. (Thinkstock)
Castlegar Fire along with Ootischenia FD responded to a report of a single vehicle rollover with entrapment on Highway 3 West. The Jaws of Life and rope rescue equipment were required to free the occupant. (Castlegar Fire Department)                                Castlegar and Ootischenia firefighters worked to extract the occupant of a vehicle that had rolled down a 50- to 60-foot embankment after being involved in a two-vehicle collision on Highway 3 Tuesday afternoon. (Courtesy of the Castlegar Fire Department)

Castlegar first responders attend to two highway collisions

Firefighters used the Jaws of Life and rope rescue equipment to free the occupant of the vehicle.

Castlegar Fire along with Ootischenia FD responded to a report of a single vehicle rollover with entrapment on Highway 3 West. The Jaws of Life and rope rescue equipment were required to free the occupant. (Castlegar Fire Department)                                Castlegar and Ootischenia firefighters worked to extract the occupant of a vehicle that had rolled down a 50- to 60-foot embankment after being involved in a two-vehicle collision on Highway 3 Tuesday afternoon. (Courtesy of the Castlegar Fire Department)