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Winter tire requirements take effect Oct. 1 on Kootenay highways

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Winter tire requirements take effect Oct. 1 on designated Kootenay highways as colder overnight temperatures return to the region.

Unions estimate BC Ferries’ China deal cost Canadian economy $1.5B

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A new report estimates building four BC Ferries vessels in China could cost Canada $1.5 billion in lost economic activity.

Kootenay drivers urged to plan ahead for busy long weekend

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Kootenay drivers are being urged to plan ahead before hitting the highway for the final long weekend of summer.

B.C. unions renew call to bring ferry construction home amid Canada-U.S. trade war

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A coalition of marine industry unions is calling on B.C. Ferries to ensure future ferries are built in the province following the recent breakdown in trade negotiations between Canada and the U.S.

Ex-driver examiners concerned over Class 5 road test removal

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Two former ICBC driver examiners in the East Kootenay are raising concerns over the province's decision to remove the Class 5 road test. 

BC to to triple public EV charging network by 2035

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The B.C. government and BC Hydro said they will add 3,500 public electric-vehicle charging ports by 2035, more than tripling the utility's existing public charging network.

B.C. Highway Patrol urges safe driving over Canada Day

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B.C. Highway Patrol is urging motorists to drive to road conditions, avoid impaired driving and plan ahead as Canada Day travel gets underway across the province.

Summer traffic in the Kootenays increases risk for roadside workers

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Drivers urged to slow down, leave phones alone and follow directions this summer holidays.
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