RDCK updates resource recovery bylaw
The old solid waste disposal bylaw is now trash after the regional district installed a new framework for “resource recovery” across the region. The new bylaw, which comes into effect Jan. 1, redefines what materials will be accepted at Regional District of Central Kootenay facilities, a simplified user fee schedule, as well as a schedule […]
Police still looking for information on missing man, Olivier Howard
The last time Olivier Howard was seen he was hitchhiking from the New Denver area in late April, 2011. Nelson Police are still looking for Howard, 30, seven months later and are requesting the assistance of the public regarding his disappearance. Howard is described as a Caucasian male, 183 cm (six feet) tall and weighs […]
Rural Transcapes - A documentary
This topical film profiles four transgender folks who have chosen to live in the Kootenays. The movie will be followed by a panel discussion. The documentary will take you into the lives of a group of trans-gendered folks who have chosen to live in a rural community as they seek medical support, navigate issues of […]
Occupy Nelson delivers accolades for a 'job well done'
To the Editor: We of Occupy Nelson would like to thank the City of Nelson, the Nelson City Police and the helpful folks on City Council for assisting us with dismantling the physical Occupation in front of City Hall. We would like to thank the incredibly helpful (and ever-thoughtful) City manager for waiting until our […]
Skate, ski, and receive free maps of secret cabins...what's not to like?
The Rossland Arena has two Teen Skate sessions this week! On Friday, December 9 from 6:45-8:15pm and on Saturday, December 10 from 6:00-7:30pm, local teens have the Arena all to themselves! Bring your skates and a water bottle and have some fun! Youths 11 to 14 years are $2.25 and Youths 15-18 years are $2.75. Public...
The West Kootenay food system — an exciting economic development opportunity
After many months of research, interviews and discussion, the much anticipated first step towards what will hopefully become a regional food system alliance for the West Kootenay is now complete. In April of this year, funding and support was secured to carry out research into organizations in Canada and the United States which are seeking […]
Fraser Valley passes test in Nelson, sweeps Kootenay in B.C. Female Midget Hockey League series
If the Kootenay Wildcats didn’t have any bad luck, the club would have no luck at all.
The Cats struggled once again around the net falling twice to league leading Fraser Valley Phantom in B.C. Female Midget Hockey League action this weekend in Nelson. The Phantom scored twice in the opening frame en route to […]
Atamanenko calls for shutdown horse slaughter industry
NDP MP Alex Atamanenko (BC Southern Interior) reacted today to a shockinginvestigation by the Canadian Horse Defence Coalition (CHDC) which revealed inhumane horse slaughter and other abuses at yet another Canadian slaughterhouse. “I join with so many Canadians who are sickened and disappointed that our government continues to allow this industry to abuse these animals […]
RCMP arrest Passmore man for production and possession of marijuana
A Passmore man was charged with with production of marijuana and possession of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking after Slocan Lake and Nakusp RCMP executed a warrant on a house situated in the 3900 block of Highway 6 late last week. On Nov. 29, members of both detachments sought and obtained judicial authorization to […]
Hypothyroid: Often missed or under-diagnosed
One of the common imbalances for women and as they age or after pregnancies is hypothyroidism. It can also be an problem for men after periods of high stressors. The thyroid is a gland you can’t normally feel, but, if you put your fingers on your throat and swallow, it is in the area where you feel the cartilage move up and...
