A rare 11th hour decision by city council has derailed the controversial proposed panhandling bylaw from becoming legislation. A concern about the intent of the proposed bylaw — and a call for more time to measure the effectiveness of a potential street outreach worker — was enough to have the passing of a proposed panhandling...

Dear Readers: True story:  Recently, a fairly oft-published climate change denier objected to a David Suzuki column I had published.  The editor of a neighbouring publication, whom I like and respect,  suggested that I should publish the denier's message as a "Letter to the Editor" in order to achieve journalistic "balance."...

After more than 35 years on the floor of one of the world’s most recognized hotel chains, David MacGillivray is bringing his wealth of knowledge and experience to Selkirk College. This autumn, Selkirk College welcomes MacGillivray to its faculty as a new full-time instructor for the Resort & Hotel Management (RHOT) and ...

Thanks to funding from the Regional District of Central Kootenay and the Columbia Basin Trust, the Beasley Rescue Society has a new home for its lifesaving equipment. At an event commemorating the completion of the building Tuesday, Beasley Fire Chief Al Craft said the project “is a strong symbol of the power of partnership.” The […]

What’s Your Name Again?  4 Ways to Maximize Memory, Concentration and Focus           One of the topics that cause concern for people as they age is memory loss lack of focus and concentration. This is especially true if there is a parent with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Unfortunately, the latest drugs only improve performance...

Rossland's "Climate Action Town Hall" meeting on July 4 saw a room full of concerned people at the Prestige  Mountain Resort posing suggestions on how Canada should address climate change. Richard Cannings, Member of Parliament for South Okanagan-West Kootenay,  noted, "We are not here to debate climate change.  That debate...

Queens Bay Residents have been given a bit of wiggle room in their quest to halt the moving of the Balfour Ferry Terminal to the Queens Bay North location. The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure sent out a media release saying  the "ministry is extending the public consultation period to October 6th, 2016." "Needless...

It’s official: Winlaw and Jewett Elementary schools will continue to operate despite initial predictions of potential closure. Thanks in part to a funding grant from the province, Winlaw Elementary, located in the Slocan Valley, will remain open for business; sweet music to the ears of concerned parents, students and teachers...

Basketball has been big in the news with NBA free agent moves along with Canadian Men's National squad trying to qualify for the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio. In Nelson, at the L.V. Rogers Gymnasium, young basketball enthusiasts can learn a thing or two about the game at the 2016 Bomber Basketball Camp. The summer camp goes ...

Volunteers have done so much for Rossland over the twelve decades of this city's history -- thanks to volunteers, Rossland has a long-established outdoor pool, a well-patronized thrift shop, and much more.  Today, volunteers continue to enrich our community in many ways.  On June 28, the Rossland Legion gave back to volunteers,...