RCMP looking for suspicious vehicle, occupants in Fruitvale
On Friday, May 23, 2025, at 10:20 p.m. a frontline Trail and Greater District RCMP officer received a report about a suspicious incident involving a group of youth and a vehicle on Columbia Gardens Road near Birch Avenue, in Fruitvale, according to RCMP Sgt. Mike Wicentowich.. The youth were walking along the road when approached […]
Human Rights Commissioner highlights progress and areas for further government action in report on 159 recommendations
BC’s Office of the Human Rights Commissioner (BCOHRC) released a report today that reviews progress made by provincial public bodies on recommendations the Commissioner issued in her first term. Where We Stand: Recommendations Monitoring Report, 2019–2024(opens in a new window) finds important progress has been made and emphasises that the Commissioner will continue to call for the […]
Trail RCMP recovers stolen trailer, arrests alleged prohibited driver
On Friday, May 23, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. a frontline Trail and Greater District RCMP officer was patrolling in an unmarked police vehicle when he spotted a truck and trailer struggling to maintain its speed and lane on Victoria Street, in Trail, according to RCMP Sgt. Mike Wicentowich. The officer detained the driver, truck and […]
BC Parks improves accessibility, inclusion
Accessibility and inclusion continue to be front of mind in BC Parks so more people can connect to the beauty and benefits of being in nature. Following the release of the BC Parks Commitment to Inclusion in March 2023, facilities such as washrooms, parking lots and access trails to park features have been upgraded to […]
Trail RCMP request help in identifying two people involved in two incidents near Rossland
On Friday, May 23, 2025, at 10 a.m. a frontline Trail and Greater District RCMP officer received a report about a woman found standing alone in a pullout on Highway 3, near Rossland, according to Sgt. Mike Wicentowich. He said a witness reported that the woman said her vehicle was stuck on a trail nearby […]
Trail man found deceased in yard, drugs believed to be a factor
On Saturday, May 24, at 9:41 p.m., frontline Trail and Greater District RCMP officers and Kootenay Boundary Regional Fire Rescue firefighters responded to a report of an unconscious 61-year-old Trail man outside of a residence in the 700 block of Elliot Street, in Trail, according to RCMP Sgt. Mike Wicentowich . “The man had been […]
Newsletter from MLA Morissette
Spending this week in Kootenay Monashee I’ve seen people coming together to build a stronger B.C. In the face of trade tensions that threaten local jobs, our government is taking action. We know that in the years to come, B.C. will be the economic engine of the new Canada. On Wednesday, we announced investment in rural […]
NDP MLA Morissette says new project will prevent plastic waste and promote recycling
NDP MLA Steve Morissette says an innovative project in Trail will help recycle plastic, prevent waste, and create good, clean jobs.”Tempus 3D is doing some incredibly impressive stuff right here in the Kootenays,” said Steve Morissette, MLA for Kootenay-Monashee. “Our province is supporting innovative businesses by helping them make greener waste management decisions.” Tempus 3D […]
DriveSmartBC: Is It Safe to Open Your Door?
Imagine the surprise of the motorist at a collision I once investigated. He parked at the side of the road, opened his door, and a passing car tried to tear it off! It’s a good thing he didn’t step out while he opened it. What went wrong here? The motorist didn’t look first, or didn’t […]
TINA The Ultimate Tribute to the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll @ Trail Bailey Theatre
Get ready, Canada! The high-voltage energy, powerhouse vocals, and legendary hits of Tina Turner are coming to life on stage in TINA The Ultimate Tribute to the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll, a dazzling concert experience touring across the country this year. South African sensation Caroline Borole (as seen on South African Idols) brings Tina […]
