People planning to explore the backcountry this winter are encouraged to be mindful of hazards, have a plan and stay informed about avalanche safety. “Venturing into B.C.’s mountains during the winter, whether for hiking or backcountry skiing, comes with avalanche risks,” said Kelly Greene, Minister of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness. “Having a plan, staying […]

Starting this week, patients visiting four Interior Health (IH) emergency departments (EDs) may receive care from a physician working virtually. This is part of IH LINK-ED (Local Integrated Network for Emergency Departments), a new virtual care pilot designed to modernize emergency care services for rural communities. “Integrating virtual care into emergency services is a proven approach already delivering results […]

A press release today announced that Rossland resident Warren Hamm will seek the leadership of the BC Conservative Party. Hamm is currently in Australia on business, and could not provide additional comment in time for publication. His press release describes Hamm as a “veteran tradesman, entrepreneur, and accountability advocate” who “enters the race with a […]

The Ministry of Transportation and Transit has closed major highways between the Lower Mainland and the Interior due to flooding, falling rock and debris, and high avalanche hazards. As of the evening of Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025, the following highways are closed: Highway 1 eastbound closed at Highway 9 Highway 1 closed between Hope and […]

Directors of the Save Record Ridge Action Committee (SRRAC) received the City of Rossland’s 2025 Community Contributor award at the December 8, 2025, council meeting. Melanie Mercier, Nils French, and Elissa Ferguson have spent a huge amount of volunteer time and energy on behalf of Rossland residents and businesses who oppose the proposed open-pit mine […]

New locations, bright lights, enhanced commercial vehicle checks and stiff penalties make 2025 the best year yet to get in the sober spirit of the “Light Up the Province” campaign. On Saturday, December 6, 2025, hundreds of officers including BC Highway Patrol, other RCMP officers, municipal police departments, and partners around the province will spend […]

The Province has released the 2025 Climate Change Accountability Report, reaffirming its commitment to climate action and affordability while highlighting progress in cutting emissions and advancing clean energy throughout B.C. The report shows that CleanBC is working. British Columbia is making progress in many areas: B.C.’s emissions are decreasing: Net emissions declined by nearly 4% […]

Last week marked part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence. Monday before last, we observed the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and on Dec. 6, we marked the anniversary of the Polytechnique Montréal massacre, before closing with UN Human Rights Day on Dec. 10. Each of us knows […]

The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary (RDKB) is launching an update of its Solid Waste Management Plan—the region’s guiding document for how we reduce, reuse, recycle, and manage garbage for the next ten years. Originally approved in 2005, the plan is getting a long-overdue refresh to reflect today’s needs, new technologies, and the region’s growing […]

During 531’s CO’s parade on December 3rd, 2025, several awards were presented to deserving cadets. Cadets Sergeant Vedashrii Raju and Sergeant Sam Richardson were awarded their Air Cadet Service Medals. The medals were presented by the 531 Squadron Sponsoring Chairperson, Diane Langman and the cadets’ parents. The medal is presented to cadets who have completed […]