Arts and Culture

On February 13, the local registered music teachers hosted a Youngest Artist Piano Recital featuring the youngest of performers. The recital took place on February 13th at the Muriel Griffith at the Greater Trail Community Centre. They say a picture is worth a thousand words...hence this short story.

Ground has finally been broken for the $1.2-million natural swimming pond feature at Millennium Park. Yesterday saw crews undertaking the first step in construction – digging the well which will feed the ponds with fresh water, a task that should be completed this afternoon (Thursday).

“We've blocked off the playground area for safety,” said civic works director Chris Barlow, “But the walkway itself is open.”

An administrative oversight suddenly saddled the Rossland Radio Co-op (RRC) with a three year bill for almost $2500 of gas. Council decided on Monday to waive the bill for two of the three years, but the 101.1FM station’s location may not be 1807 Columbia for much longer.

Arena Season is officially only two more weeks – so if you haven’t enjoyed Public Skating or taken in a Hockey Game, don’t delay…..Spring is right around the corner!   Several Arena programs will also be ending within the next two weeks - the Senior’s Hockey ice time on Fridays from 9:30-10:45am has officially ended.  The Arena officially closes on Friday, March 15, so if you would like to rent the ice, please contact our Department for available times.