Nelson imposes stage 2 watering restrictions
This week’s high temperatures and low water levels have forced the City of Nelson to impose stage 2 watering restrictions.
CBT backs new rental project in Nakusp
The Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) is funding the development of a new rental housing complex in Nakusp.
B.C. Conservatives call for clarity from Supreme Court of Canada on Cowichan title case
B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad wants Canada’s top court to weigh in on the recent decision in favour of the Cowichan Tribes' land and fishery claim in Richmond.
Back-to-school programs see growing demand for school supplies as prices rise
Some British Columbia groups that help provide families with school supplies said they have seen an uptick in demand heading into this school year.Â
Family of woman killed in Kelowna pushes for ‘Bailey’s Law’ to reform bail system
The B.C. Conservatives are supporting calls for bail reform from the family of a woman killed in Kelowna.Â
Man convicted in Kaslo arson attempt
Alejandro Calderon stood trial in Nelson in June of this year for an incident that occurred on Dec. 5, 2022.
Bestselling mystery author Iona Whishaw to visit the Nelson Public Library
We may not always know whodunit, but in the case of one nationally-acclaimed, locally-inspired mystery author, we know who wrote it, and how to find out more. Iona Whishaw, creator of the award-winning Lane Winslow Mystery series, offers an author presentation at the Nelson Public Library.
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.
B.C. small businesses brace for end of U.S. duty-free exemption
Small businesses in British Columbia are preparing for a financial hit from the U.S. elimination of de minimis exemptions on shipments.
Ymir boil water notice cancelled
The Regional District of Central Kootenay issued the notice on Aug. 14 due to repairs to a water main leak.
SPCA cat Sophie ready for a new home
Sophie is this week's Summit Radio Pet of the Week from the BCSPCA in Castlegar!
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.
Stepping Stones shelter criticized by neighbours
Residents living near the Stepping Stones Shelter on Vernon Street say they have ended talks with Nelson CARES after two years and 12 meetings, citing broken promises, mounting costs and safety concerns.Â
Suspect arrested in Nakusp hit-and-run that injured two pedestrians
Nakusp RCMP have arrested a suspect in connection with a hit-and-run that left two pedestrians injured on August 19.Â