The Nelson Police Department is investigating a break, enter and theft of numerous items including multiple rifles. These rifles are not considered ‘firearms’ under the criminal code, but the police are concerned that they appear to be real and operating firearms. Police believe the break-in to the Eagles Hall on Baker Street, Nelson occurred sometime […]

To: Andres Barker, Associate Chair, BC Labour Relations Board Dear Mr. BarkerMy name is Jana Malinek and I am a senior resident of Glade, BC. I am appalled and deeply concerned about the impact of the recent decision by the British Columbia Labour Relations Board (LRB), Kootenay Lake Ferry Division (Western Pacific Marine Ltd., 2024 BCLRB 180) […]

Growing up in a small town in Red Deer County policed by the RCMP, Cst. Britteny George always knew she wanted to become a police officer and for her, becoming a Mountie was the obvious choice. To commemorate the 50th anniversary of women police officers in the RCMP, Cst. George has shared some insights into […]

A West Shore RCMP investigation that began in 2021, involving a woman who impersonated as a nurse, has led to her being convicted for several crimes, according to Cpl. Nancy Saggar. “West Shore RCMP Serious Crimes Unit investigated 52-year old Brigitte Cleroux for using stolen and forged documents and impersonating as a nurse while working […]