BC SPCA asks public to remove bird feeders due to avian influenza outbreak
The BC SPCA is asking the public to temporarily remove backyard bird feeders and to empty bird baths due to a highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) spreading across the country. Avian influenza - or "bird flu" - is a virus that can affect many different species of birds. This includes farm animals like chickens and turkeys,...
Kootenay students looking for adventure can Go Wild! This summer
This summer brings back an engaging educational experience for teens that’s been sidelined since COVID-19 hit.Go Wild! Is a six-day Kootenay-based adventure and outdoor leadership program for youth. With loaded backpacks and two experienced, certified wilderness guides, 14 teens will have the opportunity this July to...
165 British Columbians lost to toxic drug supply in March 2022
Toxic drugs have claimed the lives of more than 150 British Columbians for the 18th consecutive month, according to the latest preliminary data released by the BC Coroners Service. “It is encouraging to see a decrease in the number of lives lost in February and March relative to previous months, but we know the illicit drug...
BREAKING: Trail fugitive dies in Ontario plane crash
A Trail man recently identified as the second most-wanted criminal in Canada has died in a plane crash in Ontario on April 30, according to a Tweet from the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit of B.C. (CFSEU-BC). Gene Karl Lahrkamp, 36, was wanted for murder by the Royal Thailand Police and a $100,000 reward was posted...
Rossland City Council Meeting, May 2, 2022
Fascinating statistics from the RDKB; Trail Minor Baseball reconsidered; variances galore; a Land Acknowledgement; curbside organics collection -- with or without countertop devices? Present: Mayor Kathy Moore, and Councillors Chris Bowman, Stewart Spooner, Janice Nightingale and Andy Morel. Absent: Terry Miller and Dirk...
Rossland Youth take sports to a new high
“Best view comes after the hardest climb”- Author Unknown Growing up in a mountain biking mecca as a backyard and a four-season playground, it is easy to see how youngsters in Rossland are seriously good at sports. This alpine community that we call home is minutes away from Red Mountain Ski Resort, Blackjack Nordic Centre,...
Spring programming under way at Rossland Museum
Spring programming is up and running at the Rossland Museum for 2022. Here are some of the current offerings, kicking off with a workshop next week: Writing & Recording Family Histories In partnership with the Rossland Seniors' Centre. Our next workshop is all about Writing & Recording Family Histories. We'll give...
Lions Club and Seven Summits embark on spring clean up
Local organizations are working in lockstep to enhance the community through mutual support, according to Rossland Golden City Lions Society President Don Vinish. "Every spring, the Rossland Golden City Lions Society organize a spring clean up," Vinish said. "The average age of our members is 70 years old and we require...
Rossland Spring Clean-up begins May 3rd
The start of spring means it's time for some spring cleaning! The City will begin pick-up on Tuesday May 3rd starting at Redstone, then Lower Rossland, Pinewood, Upper Rossland then finishing at the Red Mountain area. The City will be driving by each residence only once, so don't miss out. How You Can Help With Spring...
IHA warns of toxic algae blooms
Spring is here and the warmer weather means algae can start growing in your favorite lake and may form a bloom. Algae are a natural part of the aquatic ecosystems of lakes and algae blooms can occur throughout the Interior Health region. Blue-green algae or Cyanobacteria can produce several types of toxins that can be poisonous...
