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Nelson marks UN Day of Peace with peace pole unveiling
“May peace prevail on Earth.” That message now links a new peace pole in Nelson with about 300,000 others worldwide.
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.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.
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John Rustad survives B.C. Conservative leadership review
John Rustad has survived a leadership review by the B.C. Conservatives.Â
BCGEU workers strike at B.C. liquor and cannabis distribution sites
The union representing roughly 34,000 public service workers in British Columbia said it is ramping up job action at liquor and cannabis warehouses as a strike enters its fourth week.Â
Nelson marks UN Day of Peace with peace pole unveiling
“May peace prevail on Earth.” That message now links a new peace pole in Nelson with about 300,000 others worldwide.
Nelson resident takes lotto winnings on vacation
An ordinary day at home quickly turned extraordinary for a Nelson local, netting $500k in prize money.
Convoy descends on ostrich farm, owners fear cull will proceed
A convoy that included members of the RCMP and Canadian Food Inspection Agency arrived in the early morning hours.
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