Too late to turn back for KIJHL?
By Bruce FuhrThe Nelson Daily SportsIt a decision the movers and shakers at Kootenay International Junior Hockey League headquarters said would not happen, move into a larger markets like Kamloops or Kelowna.But in 2006 Osoyoos was granted a move to Spoolmak Country and in the spring of 2010, there was the KIJHL announcing ...
ATAMANENKO: A year in review, part two
This past year, my staff and I had the privilege of assisting constituents faced with federal bureaucratic problems – unfair treatment, misinterpretations or just plain despair at not seeing any hope in their particular plight. For the most part, I find the federal public service is exceptionally professional, knowledgeable and helpful, and should not be […]
Two men attacked in hot springs pool in Nakusp
Police believe the motive for a beating in Nakusp on Dec. 29 was one of hate and ignorance relating to the victim’s sexual orientation. Nakusp RCMP reported Tuesday that two men were attacked at St. Leon’s Hot Springs outside Nakusp three weeks ago after they were identified as a gay couple. On Dec. 29, 2010 […]
One week left to jump on the Nakusp Hockeyville bandwagon
By Bruce FuhrThe Nelson Daily SportsNakuspians blew the doors off the local arena Saturday night as part of Rally in the Valley in support of landing Kraft Hockeyville 2011.Nakusp (see Rally in the Valley photo feature on Sports) displayed its pride at the arena during an evening featuring a midget rep game with junior and ...
The best guilt-free dessert of almost-ever
I know I said my next post was going to be some reviews, but I haven’t quite had time to pull that one together, with all my fitness classes up and on the go now, and my experimentation in the kitchen being semi-out of control. The review post will come up soon, hopefully in the […]
Author and naturalist Jack Nisbet explores West Kootenay
The Douglas fir is one of the most recognizable and common trees in the Pacific Northwest, but do you know who it’s named after? Spokane-based naturalist and author, Jack Nisbet, does! Selkirk College Library, the Schools of University Arts and Sciences and Renewable Resources and Touchstones Nelson – Museum of Art and History are proud to present writer, historian, […]
New avalanche signage increases backcountry safety
Backcountry enthusiasts will now have access to better information for evaluating snow conditions and assessing avalanche risks, thanks to new avalanche awareness signage around the province. Avalanche awareness signs targeting mountain snowmobilers have been posted at 23 key highway locations and most of the 85 managed snowmobile areas in the province. These signs advise sledders […]
Sinixt in court this week over Perry Ridge
By Timothy Schafer, The Nelson Daily Several storylines will intertwine this week as the Sinixt Nation appears in Vancouver’s Supreme Court to argue its inherent right to protect the forests and drinking water quality along Perry Ridge. The Sinixt are contending the Crown failed to do its duty to consult the Sinixt in the course […]
Selkirk counts Nelson & District Credit Union in
Selkirk College has officially counted the Nelson & District Credit Union (NDCU) in with its donation of $6,000 towards the revitalization campaign for Studio 80 at Tenth Street campus in Nelson. In November 2010, Selkirk College launched the “Count Me In” campaign to raise $150,000 for the revitalization of the Contemporary Music and Technology students’ […]
Saints start new semester with trip to lower mainland….
The Selkirk Saints men’s hockey team started the New Year with a trip to the coast Jan 7, 8 for a pair of games versus Simon Fraser University and Trinity Western University. In Friday’s game versus the power house SFU Clan, the Saints found themselves in tough after an eight hour bus ride and […]
