2013 YEAR IN REVIEW: Castlegar's Top 10 stories based on number of reads
Here they are – the top 10 stories in the Castlegar Source for 2013 (to read the editor's column on the subject, click here). The top 10 are determined solely by Google Analytics, based on how many times they were read. It's worth noting, however, that many issues are covered by a series of stories, and Analytics can only...
BC's top 10 most absurd 9-1-1 calls in 2013
In an effort to draw attention to the ongoing issue of 9-1-1 nuisance calls, E-Comm—the regional emergency communication centre for southwest B.C.—has released a list of 2013’s most absurd reasons to call the emergency line. Throughout the year 9-1-1 call-takers submitted examples of calls they received that do not meet the...
COMMENT: Five New Year's resolutions for B.C.'s politicians
It's that time of year when many of us make resolutions for the new year. Most of them are lofty goals towards self-improvement: quit smoking, lose weight, exercise more often are all among the popular ones. So in the spirit of the season, here are five ideas for B.C. politicians to consider as they set their resolutions for...
Orphaned cub gets Christmas miracle
A Boundary bruin was the unexpected recipient of a Christmas miracle last week when the cub was discovered in a chicken coop and the owner decided to exhaust all options to rescue it, rather than having it destroyed. Midway resident Miranda Charles first heard about the orphaned bear cub when she was at church Sunday, Dec. ...
Left needs soul searching
[Note: This week the Tyee is republishing some columns from the past 10 years. Yesterday they published one of mine from 2009. And I agree, the message is just as critical today as it was then.] “We hunger for communities of meaning that can transcend the individualism and selfishness that we see around us and that will provide...
Lost skiers found; being airlifted to safety
A helicopter is currently airlifting 10 skiers and a Search and Rescue crew to safety from Grey Mountain near Rossland, according to Trail RCMP Cpl. Dave Johnson. “On Dec. 29, shortly after 5 p.m., Red Mountain Resort reported 10 overdue skiers (who) had not reported in,” Cpl. Johnson explained. “They had set off in the morning...
Capitalists and Democrats in a world of materialists
"One can marry for love, or one can marry for money. The very fortunate marry for both.” -- Wm. Cobbett “There are two things in the world, power and love. No one has both.” -- inscribed on a Roman monument To begin, one might want to read this essay by Richard Wolff. How to govern, and how to “make a living” Government and...
No winners in Friday's Lotto Max draw
The Lotto Max jackpot is once again increasing by the day after no winning ticket was purchased for Friday's (December 27) draw. The result is the next Jackpot draw, set for Friday, January 3, 2014, is estimated to be a whopping $46 Million. Two prizes of $241,997.40 in the LOTTO MAX 6/7+Bonus category for Friday December 27...
Calling all visitors to Berg Lake Trail and Bowron Lake — reservations open January 2
BC Parks wants to issue a notice to visitors near and far to start planning their trips to Berg Lake Trail and Bowron Lake canoe circuit as reservations to the two popular BC Parks destinations open for the 2014 season on January 2. Visitors should book their reservations through Discover Camping, BC Parks' camping reservation...
First Nation's grandmothers keep culture alive and prepare for future
Near Prince Rupert on B.C.’s North Coast, a group of grandmothers has been keeping Lax Kw’alaams children and youth connected to their culture and community, while giving them a voice in planning their futures. The Tsimshian elders call themselves Nagantsi’istk (Ancestors/Grandmothers) and act as positive role models who build...
