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Storrm Lennie

Storrm began her journalism career in the Kootenays, joining Vista Radio in 2022. Originally from Red Deer, Alta., she now calls Nelson home and brings her passion for politics and community to her reporting.

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Whitewater eyes funding to pave access road

Whitewater Ski Resort is asking the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) to back its bid to pave a six-kilometre stretch of the Whitewater Access Road.

Slash scotch broom, earn cash

Landowners and residents in the Regional District of Central Kootenay are being asked to help tackle invasive Scotch broom - and get paid for their efforts.

Warmer-than-normal fall expected in Kootenays

The Kootenays should again see a warmer-than-typical fall.

Nelson police reports major drop in several crime categories

The Nelson Police Department credits a drop in several key crime categories to proactive efforts by officers and the public. 

Elections BC fines 2022 Nelson mayoral candidate

A mayoral candidate in Nelson’s 2022 civic election has been fined under the Local Elections Campaign Financing Act. 

Nelson seeks public input on future wastewater plant site

Nelson residents are being asked to help guide the development of a new Liquid Waste Management Plan (LWMP), including where a new treatment plant could go.

Nelson city council approves OCP after golf course debate

Concerns about the proposed $500-million HallĹŤ development at Granite Point Golf Course pushed Nelson city council to amend its new Official Community Plan (OCP).

100 Nelson workers walk off job as BCGEU strike expands

Around 100 Nelson workers walked off the job yesterday, joining thousands of BC General Employees Union (BCGEU) members across the province who have been on strike for higher wages since Sept. 2.

Universal Ostrich Farm delays flock cull with court stay

Edgewood’s Universal Ostrich Farm has delayed the execution of its flock of 400 with a Federal Court of Appeal ruling that buys time in its fight against a cull ordered by the Canadian Inspection Agency.

Cultus Creek wildfire grows to over 700 hectares

A wildfire east of Ymir at Cultus Creek has grown to 773 hectares.

New completion timeline set for Vernon Street seniors’ complex

Nelson’s newest retirement facility has again pushed back its opening date.

Kootenays see sharp drop in wildfires in 2025

Following several record-breaking wildfire seasons in B.C., 2025 has brought some relief for the Southeast Fire Centre, with year-to-date statistics showing one of the quietest fire seasons in recent memory. 

Two wildfires merge east of Ymir, now 335 hectares

A wildfire west of Ymir has grown to 335 hectares after two smaller fires merged together. 

BC craft brewers call for tax reform to support small breweries 

The Nelson Brewing Company is among many craft brewers in B.C. urging the provincial government to overhaul its tax structure, saying the current system favours large, foreign-owned companies while straining smaller local operations. 

Priscilla Germann Davis named Kaslo Citizen of the Year

The Village of Kaslo has named the late Priscilla Germann Davis as its 2025 Citizen of the Year.

City of Nelson applies for $7M to replace failing sewer line

The City of Nelson is seeking $7 million through the Union of B.C. Municipalities Strategic Priorities Fund to replace the Grohman Narrows wastewater treatment plant force main.

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Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewards host fall events at Harrop Wetland and annual Kootenay Lake Summit

Friends of Kootenay Lake Stewardship Society is inviting community members to participate in a series of hands-on events this fall at the Harrop Wetland and to join the upcoming Kootenay Lake Summit.

Former Nelson public works director, councillor Bob Adams dies at 82

After 26 years looking after the city's infrastructure, Adams served four terms on city council.

Infrastructure, housing, UNDRIP will top agenda as local governments meet in Victoria next week

Members of local governments and First Nations are gathering in Victoria next week for the annual Union of B.C. Municipalities (UBCM) convention.

B.C. Conservatives support federal bill to classify intimate partner killings as first-degree murder

B.C. politicians are voicing support for a federal Conservative bill that would classify the killing of an intimate partner as first-degree murder. 

Whitewater eyes funding to pave access road

Whitewater Ski Resort is asking the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) to back its bid to pave a six-kilometre stretch of the Whitewater Access Road.
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