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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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
BC craft brewers call for tax reform to support small breweriesÂ
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.Â
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.
City nears finish line on new Official Community Plan
The City of Nelson is entering the final phase of public engagement before adopting its new Official Community Plan, which will guide land use, housing, development and sustainability planning over the next 10 years.
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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.
Area restriction lifted for wildfire east of Ymir
The BC Wildfire Service has cancelled an order restricting public access to the area around the Cultus wildfire.
Premier Eby calls for “basic fairness” for B.C. ferry users during Ottawa trip
Premier David Eby said he had “productive” meetings with Prime Minister Mark Carney and several senior officials during his two-day trip to Ottawa.
BCGEU expands job action to include some front-line services
The union representing thousands of public service workers in British Columbia is ramping up job action again, this time affecting front-line services.
Public invited to open house at Nelson Fairview Gardens
People in Nelson and across the West Kootenay region are invited to have a sneak peek at the new Nelson Fairview Gardens this Friday.
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