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Nelson crime picture improves, property crime rises

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After several years of significant increases, crime in Nelson is showing signs of stabilizing in 2026, although property crime remains a concern.

Civic Theatre Society secures temporary home at Tenth Street chapel

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The Nelson Civic Theatre Society (NCTS) will temporarily move its operations into the chapel at Selkirk College's Tenth Street Campus while its downtown theatre renovation continues.

Nelson Council adopts new Nelson Hydro pest plan with reduced chemical use

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The City of Nelson has adopted a new policy guiding how vegetation is managed around electrical infrastructure, formally shifting Nelson Hydro toward a mostly non-chemical approach.

Nelson proposes 7.75 per cent tax hike for 2026 in draft financial plan

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Nelson property owners are facing a 7.75 per cent tax increase this year.  

Nelson bylaw revenue tops $2M in 2025

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Nelson’s bylaw department reported a steady 2025, handling nearly 900 operational files and keeping pace with long-term enforcement trends.

Government Road fire raises encampment safety concerns

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January’s fire at an encampment on Government Road has intensified the city’s concerns around safety, debris, propane use and first responder access at homeless encampments.

City of Nelson says not yet to scramble crosswalks

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Nelson city council has decided not to move forward with scramble crosswalks proposed for Baker and Ward streets and Baker and Josephine streets, at least for now.

Council votes to bring Baker Street market back downtown

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Following months of community debate and vendor frustration, Nelson’s Wednesday farmers market will return to it’s longtime home on Baker Street next week (July 16). 

City of Nelson proposes submitting bill to province for encampment management

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The City of Nelson has proposed submitting a $145,000 bill to the province to cover the costs incurred while...

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Environment
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

Economy
British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.

Kootenay unemployment rate dips to 4.9% in September

Labour
The jobless rate in the Kootenays stood at 4.9 per cent in September, down from 5.8 per cent the previous month and six per cent a year earlier.

Blue eyed beauty ready for adoption at BC SPCA

Community
Meet Blue, our Summit Radio Pet of the Week from the BC SPCA West Kootenay Branch, in Castlegar!

B.C. Conservatives propose income tax cuts as NDP, Greens unveil election promises

2026 BC Election
B.C.'s major political parties are pitching tax cuts, frozen auto insurance rates and education improvements as the provincial election campaign continues.
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