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Kootenay unemployment rate dips to 4.9% in September

Labour My Nelson Now Staff -
The jobless rate in the Kootenays stood at 4.9 per cent in September, down from 5.8 per cent the previous month and six per cent a year earlier.

Police warn of phone scam spoofing City of Nelson and Nelson Hydro

Crime My Nelson Now Staff -
Nelson Police say scammers are calling people from spoofed City of Nelson and Nelson Hydro numbers claiming people owe money for overdue bills and demanding payments.

Stolen truck recovered in New Denver

Crime My Nelson Now Staff -
A pick-up truck stolen in Nelson late last month has been recovered in New Denver and police have a pretty good idea who did it, because the thief left his ID in the vehicle.

Updated: Missing man found

Missing Person My Nelson Now Staff -
The man, whom police only identified as Colin (or Buzz) was last seen shortly after midnight Tuesday around Herridge Lane and Hendryx Street.

Kootenay-Boundary real estate sales rise 9.1% in September

Real Estate My Nelson Now Staff -
According to the Association of Interior Realtors, 253 residential properties changed hands, which was down from 274 in August.

Floodplain mapping planned for Slocan River

Environment My Nelson Now Staff -
The Regional District of Central Kootenay, which belongs to the Slocan Lake and River Partnership, is inviting qualified consultants to submit proposals.

Pick-up truck stolen in Nelson

Crime My Nelson Now Staff -
The 1995 Toyota Tacoma was swiped from Latimer Street sometime between the evening of Sept. 27 and early the next morning.

WorkBC events to celebrate inclusive employment in Castlegar, Nelson and Trail

Community My Nelson Now Staff -
WorkBC centres in Castlegar, Nelson and Trail will host a series of community events this month highlighting inclusive employment and supports for job seekers with disabilities.

Slocan Valley RDCK candidate belatedly withdraws

2026 Municipal Election My Nelson Now Staff -
Jae Hamilton, one of the three candidates running for regional district director in the Slocan Valley, doesn't want you to vote for him.

Winter tire requirements take effect Oct. 1 on Kootenay highways

Transit My Nelson Now Staff -
Winter tire requirements take effect Oct. 1 on designated Kootenay highways as colder overnight temperatures return to the region.

Nelson Public Library invites community to Oct. 8 open house

Community My Nelson Now Staff -
The Nelson Public Library is inviting residents from Nelson and surrounding communities to an open house Oct. 8 as part of Canadian Library Month.

Nelson to temporarily shut down Five-Mile water line Thursday for repairs

City of Nelson My Nelson Now Staff -
Nelson residents are being asked to reduce their water use Thursday as the city carries out repairs on the Five-Mile water supply line. 

Nelson Police Department welcomes new inspector with extensive RCMP background

Nelson Police Department My Nelson Now Staff -
A former RCMP inspector with experience in organized crime, cyber and financial investigations and international policing is joining the Nelson Police Department. 

Suspected drugs, weapons seized during Nelson impaired driving arrest

Nelson Police Department My Nelson Now Staff -
An impaired driving investigation in Nelson has led to the seizure of suspected drugs and several weapons. 

Nelson peace group hosts film fundraiser for Palestinian olive farmers

Community My Nelson Now Staff -
Kootenay Friends of Standing Together will host a documentary screening in Nelson next weekend to raise money for a campaign supporting Palestinian olive farmers in the West Bank.

Nelson Community Services prepares for second annual Ride for Refuge

Community My Nelson Now Staff -
Nelson Community Services is preparing to host its second annual Ride for Refuge next month in support of the Aimee Beaulieu Transition House.
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