Merger paves way for integrated development in South Kootenay Region
Economic and community development will now work hand-in-hand in the South Kootenay region as two long-standing organizations merge to increase efficiencies and opportunities under a non-profit structure. The Lower Columbia Initiatives Corporation (LCIC) is amalgamating with its non-profit parent organization, the Lower Columbia Community Development Team Society (LCCDTS). This restructure means one entity will handle […]
'Leave the bat alone' — Kootenay Community Bat Program
It is August and bat pups are learning to fly and leaving their summer roosts. The BC Community Bat Programs get many reports of bats found in unusual spots like entryways, on the ground, or even flying into a house if the door is left open. This is normal at this time of year. Please […]
Column: Historians and their consumers
“History will be kind to me for I intend to write it.” — Winston Churchill, historian, maker of historic events “People are trapped in history and history is trapped in them.” — James Baldwin Our minds and our living: thoughts that shape our characters The two epigraphs above frame the entire focus of my Arc […]
Heat, drought hamper efforts to control fires burning near Slocan Valley homes
Hot and dry weather is expected to stay in effect for the next 10 days as the B.C. Wildfire Service struggles to gain control of several fires of note, including one that forced the evacuation of the village of Slocan. And the culprit for the three major fires burning in the valley — thunderstorm with […]
RDCK Emergency Operations Centre provides update to fire situation in region
The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) remains in regular communication with BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) to monitor the fires within the region. There are currently 85 wildfires in the Southeast Fire Centre, with four (4) wildfires of note, and 62 listed as out of control. This is a dynamic situation […]
Cast your vote for the Public Favourites in Canada-wide lake photo challenge
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Canada’s lakes and explore the challenges they face with over 400 captivating photo entries in Living Lakes Canada’s 4th Annual Lake Biodiversity Photo Challenge. The online gallery is brimming with breathtaking mountain lakes, wading Great Blue Herons, curious river otters, and much more. If you cherish lakes and their […]
Old-growth forests still not protected despite Province’s plan: Valhalla Wilderness Society
The Provincial government has fallen short in protecting B.C.’s old-growth forests says a West Kootenay environmental group and is calling for fulfillment of the recommendations of two auditor generals and the creation of two new parks. In a New Future for Old Forests — a series of recommendations to protect old-growth forests released in 2020 […]
RCMP report moose on the loose in downtown Rossland
On Monday, July 30, the Trail and Greater District RCMP received a report that a large male moose has been wandering around for approximately one week in downtown Rossland, according to RCMP Sgt. Mike Wicentowich. A photograph of the moose was taken near a business by a local entrepreneur (above). Wildlife conflict can be reported […]
Fatal motorcycle collision near Creston
On Saturday, July 27, Creston RCMP responded to a single motorcycle collision on Hwy 3A at Twin Bays, BC. Upon arrival, a 71-year-old male driver of a motorcycle was being treated for injuries sustained. Evidence at the scene suggested the driver, who was travelling alone and south on Hwy 3A, failed to navigate a corner. […]
Merritt plane crash resulting in two casualties
On July 28 at approximately 7 p.m., RCMP in Merritt, BC, responded to a report of a plane that crashed two km north of the Merritt Airport, east of Hwy 5A. Upon arrival, emergency crews located the crash site, where they identified both the pilot and passenger deceased. The airplane was a two-seat homebuilt amphibious […]
