My Nelson Now Staff
Author Archive
Dive into Terror at the NDYC Haunted House: “Under the Sea”
If you think it’s safe under the sea, think again. This Halloween, the Nelson and District Youth Centre is turning its annual haunted house into a deep-sea nightmare — and it’s all for a good cause.
Two undetonated grenades safely destroyed in Nelson
The RCMP’s Explosives Disposal Unit and the Department of National Defence were called to Nelson last week to destroy two undetonated grenades found in a basement.
Osprey 2000 out for fall maintenance
Western Pacific Marine has notified passengers that the Osprey 2000 will be out of service from tomorrow, Monday, Oct. 20, to Monday, Nov. 17, for scheduled semi-annual maintenance.
Kootenay drivers ticketed in fall traffic safety blitz
Dozens of drivers in the Kootenays were ticketed in September for distracted driving and seatbelt violations, according to figures from B.C. Highway Patrol.
Final weekend for Pumpkin Fest in Krestova
The seventh annual edition of the family-friendly event will be on from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and tomorrow.
28 animals removed from West Kootenay property amid cruelty investigation
Twenty-eight animals were removed from a rural property in the Kootenays earlier this month following an animal protection investigation involving concerns of irresponsible breeding and neglect.Â
Cooling temperatures lift Category 3 open fire ban
As of noon today, Thursday, Oct. 16, all Category 3 open fires are once again permitted throughout the Southeast Fire Centre.
Slocan Valley detour begins Thursday
Riders are being warned of a temporary detour on Route 20 Slocan Valley due to bridge construction.
Nelson repairs four leaks on wastewater force main
The City of Nelson has completed repairs on several leaks in its wastewater force main.
Contactless payments coming soon to BC Transit riders
Bus riders may soon have an easier way to pay for their fare, as BC Transit prepares to roll out contactless debit and credit card payments across its network through the Umo fare system.
Sedan wedged under semi-trailer in Nelson crash
No one was hurt after a sedan slid beneath a semi-trailer in Nelson last week.
12 died in Kootenays due to toxic drugs in July, August
In the West Kootenay-Boundary, seven people died in July and one in August, for a total of 24 so far this year.
Young leaders recognized across the Basin
Thirty young leaders and changemakers from across the Columbia Basin have been recognized for their outstanding contributions to their communities through the 30 Under 30 campaign.
Local credit union celebrates 75 years of community impact
Nelson & District Credit Union is celebrating 75 years of service and community impact in conjunction with International Credit Union Day on Thursday, October 16.
Reconciliation Wall at LVR to inspire action all year long
Students and staff at L.V. Rogers Secondary School are being invited to take reconciliation into their own hands — one small action at a time.
Kootenay unemployment rate 6% in September
The jobless rate in our region ticked up slightly last month compared to the same time last year.
- Advertisement -
Latest News
Nakusp to pilot virtual emergency care program
A new virtual emergency care pilot is set to be rolled out at the Arrow Lakes Hospital in Nakusp.
BCGEU says mediation talks progressing as strike impacts widen across B.C.
The B.C. General Employees Union (BCGEU) said Thursday progress is steady as mediation talks between the union and the province continued for a sixth day.Â
The post BCGEU says mediation talks progressing as strike impacts widen across B.C. appeared first on AM 1150.
Two years’ jail time for Nelson arsonist
David Travis, the man found guilty of deliberately starting three fires in Nelson in July 2024, has been sentenced to two years in jail and three years of probation.
Dive into Terror at the NDYC Haunted House: “Under the Sea”
If you think it’s safe under the sea, think again. This Halloween, the Nelson and District Youth Centre is turning its annual haunted house into a deep-sea nightmare — and it’s all for a good cause.
BC. Conversative management committee says Rustad should step down as leader
The B.C. Conservative Party's management committee says the party is in turmoil and is calling on John Rustad to immediately step down as leader.
- Advertisement -



