The Ministry of Mining and Critical Minerals has approved West High Yield (WHY) Resources’ mining permit for an open-pit magnesium mine on Record Ridge. The government’s new release states, “The project underwent a thorough regulatory review to assess potential effects such as noise and dust. The company must implement comprehensive mitigation measures, including noise controls, […]

The suicidal insanity of non-stop growth Growing economies, growing industry, growing cities, growing population, growing pollution… When does it stop? Our current economic system is obsessed with constant growth; everything must keep expanding — except for the natural systems on which our health and survival depend. Those are shrinking, destroyed by our obsession with growth. […]

A public hearing on zoning. Delving further into the budget … want lower taxes?  What services or amenities do you want your community to give up? Come to the Miners Hall on October 27 and let your Council know. Think the City has too many staff?  Check out the updated Corporate Workplan report to see […]

Three young Rosslanders were recognized as outstanding contributors to their community in the “30 Under 30” awards, sponsored by Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) and Junior Chamber International (JCI).  Maya Provençal, Indea D’aigle and Justin Brogan received the awards at a ceremony in Kimberly on September 27. It was Justin Brogan, the numbers person – a […]

Concerned about City spending, and taxes? Pay attention to the Five-Year Financial Plan. Go to the event on October 27, learn more, ask questions and speak up about what’s important to you. PRESENT:  Mayor Andy Morel and Councillors Maya Provençal, Stewart Spooner, Lisa Kwiatkowski (remote), Craig Humpherys and Jeff Weaver.  Absent:  Eliza Boyce Staff:  CAO […]

 Nelson & District Credit Union is celebrating 75 years of service and community impact in conjunction with International Credit Union Day on Thursday, October 16th, 2025. “Nelson & District Credit Union has been an integral part of growth and progress in Nelson, Rossland, the East Shore and everywhere in between for 75 years,” says Tom […]

The Golden City Grind is on again!  On October 5, people from all age groups will run (or walk) routes of  one km,  or three, five or ten km – if they have registered before 6:00 PM on October 4. To register,  use the link here, or the QR code on the poster. https://zone4.ca/register.asp?id=39187&lan=1&cartlevel=1 Organizer […]

By Sparky Steeves On Saturday, September 20, The Red Mountain Ski Patrol hosted an historic event bringing together Red Mountain Ski Patrollers past, present and perhaps even future.  The ski patrol community was welcomed to the Rossland Lion’s Park Campground for a potluck barbecue feast featuring guest speakers and live music. The primary goal of […]

             By Tiffany Dionne Prete As we observe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, it is relevant to remember the late Pope Francis. As the first Latin American and Jesuit Pope, his leadership was marked by efforts to face difficult issues, including those affecting Indigenous Peoples in Canada. One of […]

 The Trail Museum & Archives and Teck Trail Operations are pleased to announce online access to the famed Cominco Magazine, a cherished publication of the Consolidated Mining & Smelting Company of Canada, Ltd. First issued in February 1940, the Cominco Magazine was published until 1971 and remains a valuable record of company operations, staffing, and culture. “The Trail […]