Local naturopathic physician Dr. Brenda Gill has published a book called The Power is in You, and will be offering signings/talks in the region, beginning in Rossland. “After retiring, my passion is to spread as much accurate health information as possible, inexpensively and extensively to people who may or may not be able to access it. […]

The leaders’ debate is tonight, Wednesday, October 14, from 6:15 to 8 p.m. Pacific time, on Global BC, CBC, CTV, CITY TV, CHEK and CPAC. It streams live on CBC British Columbia YouTube, Global News YouTube, Global BC YouTube and globalnews.ca/bc. David Eby, Lorne Doerkson and Emily Lowan take part. An Ipsos poll released Tuesday […]

With the days getting shorter, many students may be heading to school while it’s still dark outside. A few simple precautions can help make that morning walk safer. For students: Be seen. Wear bright or reflective clothing and consider carrying a flashlight or light. Use sidewalks and crosswalks. Cross at marked intersections whenever possible and […]

The Castlegar RCMP is investigating a break and enter at a local business in the 1500-block of Columbia Avenue that resulted in the theft of multiple sets of tires and rims valued at more than $10,000. On October 7, 2026, Castlegar RCMP received a report of a break and enter that occurred just after midnight. Surveillance footage captured multiple […]

After seven years of determination, setbacks and legal battles, this historic youth climate case is finally going to trial! On October 26, fifteen young Canadians will enter a federal courtroom in Vancouver for the start of La Rose v. His Majesty the King — the first youth-led climate trial in Canadian history. Their journey to trial has been […]

Do you know someone who goes above and beyond to make Rossland a better place? The City of Rossland is now accepting nominations for the Community Contributor Award, which recognizes individuals who dedicate their time, leadership, and volunteer efforts to enhancing our community. Whether they organize events, support local programs, mentor others, or quietly lends […]

The Rossland Council of Arts and Culture (RCAC) is committed to removing barriers to participation in arts and culture programming and events for patrons in Rossland. By participating in this survey, you’re helping the RCAC understand specific barriers in our community and how to address them. The community consultation is open now until midnight on […]

The BC SPCA announced the winners of the 18th annual Wildlife-in-Focus photography contest on October 9, recognizing the top three winners in both Backyard Habitats and Wild Settings categories. The judges of the Wildlife-in-Focus photography contest had a difficult time again this year choosing the top three winners in each category:  Backyard Habitats, highlighting humans’ […]

By  Samantha Jones, Jamie H. Chow, and Noah Eliot Vanderhoeven of Western University In a recent advertisement for Novig, a U.S. sports prediction market and trading platform, actor Sydney Sweeney appears nearly nude, using sports equipment as props to cover various parts of her body. The visual plays on the campaign’s tagline — “Just Sports” […]

Recent polling conducted by Stratcom* on behalf of the BC SPCA shows that 91.7 per cent of British Columbians believe animal control bylaws and their enforcement are important for community public safety, with the majority (67.1 per cent) agreeing that animal control bylaws are a good use of local government tax revenue. “A safe, healthy […]