NEW BUSINESS PROFILE: Pat Hinds - Embracing the Mountain Life
Another chapter in the revitalization of the Bank of Montreal building began this past weekend. Two years ago, Pat Hinds was the CFO of a multi-million dollar company in Vancouver. An ultra-marathoner with 17 full marathons and even a “700 miler” under his belt, Pat and his wife, Karen, who loves to ski, and their young ...
Bear attack on Red: dog takes brunt, woman escapes
If you go in the woods today, you may be in for a big surprise. Bears in and around Rossland are certainly nothing new, but this past Tuesday one Rossland resident got more than she bargained for. While hiking near the upper reaches of the Red Head trail on the south side of Red Mountain, […]
POLICE: Missing man found safe but thirsty
A senior who went missing from his campsite at Texas Creek in Christina Lake, B.C. on Friday was found late in the day safe, but thirsty. Grand Forks RCMP detachment was contacted as family members became concerned when he did not return from a short hike. The 65-year-old man from Ontario left the campground at […]
Back to school, Part One
September is usually a time when everyone gets back into their routines, whether work, school or home. This a great time to think about setting a good foundation for the winter months ahead. Let’s start at the base of health- sleep. It’s extremely important that everyone has at least 7-8 hours/night of non-interrupted sleep. This […]
RESULTS:Miner Threat mini ramp jam - Kootenay Skateboarding Series
Kids, both young and young at heart from all over the region hit the home-made mini-ramp ramp on the Emcon lot this past weekend for the eighth event in the Kootenay Skateboard Series. Hosted by www.skateboardingbc.com and the Rossland Skateboard Association, the event drew big participation, big crowds and big tricks on a ...
Rebels pull off Murdoch sweep of Leafs
It’s obvious from the first two chapters of the book titled, the 2010-11 KIJHL season of the Nelson Leafs; this read can only get better. Although it was painfully obvious the Castlegar Rebels storyline also needs a little work. Still it was the Rebels escaping the weekend series with a sweep and the Leafs making […]
Roxul completes energy efficient upgrades
With FortisBC as a partner, Roxul Inc. recently upgraded its Grand Forks manufacturing plant with new energy efficient equipment, saving thousands of dollars in electricity costs annually. “The cost to operate compressors is significant and represents one of the highest electrical costs in our operations. By installing this new technology, we’ll save a significant amount […]
Rebels shutout Leafs
The Castlegar Rebels scored three times in the second period to post a 3-0 shutout over the Nelson Leafs as the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League kicked off its 2010-11 season Friday in the Sunflower City. Taylor Anderson, Dylan Richardson and Erik Wentzel scored during a four-minute span for the home town squad. Richardson and […]
Bear attack on Red - Dog takes brunt of force, woman escapes
If you go out in the woods today you may be in for a big surprise. Bears in and around Rossland are certainly nothing new but this past Tuesday one Rossland resident got more than they bargained for. While hiking near the upper reaches of the Red Head trail on the south side of Red Mountain, a woman out hiking with her dog ...
Boomtown Garter Girls: Will can can for kicks
From an impromptu talent show in Rafters to champagne with the mayor of Amsterdam--the Boomtown Garter Girls have been wowing audiences for 30 years as Rossland’s unofficial ambassadors. This weekend, the Girls will be celebrating 30 years of dance with a blowout Red Feather Saloon party at the Miners' Hall this Saturday...
