The Thorn – A Novel by Doreen Zaiss
The long-awaited first and only novel from Doreen Zaiss of Gray Creek (April 14, 1945-March 16, 2020) is finally here! We are so pleased to announce the release of this stunning new novel by Doreen Zaiss of Gray Creek, BC. This novel stretches itself from Zaiss’ Norwegian roots into an intricate and painfully detailed imagined […]
POSTPONED: Experience Age Friendliness in Area A
UPDATE: Three age-friendly events planned for this weekend have been postponed due to cold and rainy weather, and because many of our aging residents are staying home to protect their health. May you all be warm and cozy at home this weekend. Many thanks to volunteers, food vendors and Paul and Mary of Wherzpeter for […]
REPAIRED AND REOPENED! Boardwalk in Wetlands Closed
Paul Hindson of Crawford Bay (Kokanee Chalets) sent in the photo (below) showing the footbridge in the Crawford Creek Regional Park Wetlands in its current state. The boardwalk has begun to collapse and deteriorate and there is not foot traffic possible over the boardwalk until it is repaired. Please use caution when walking in that […]
Election 2021 – How to Vote By Mail
article by SEAN KILPATRICK/THE CANADIAN PRESS – published by and extracted from The Globe and Mail online When is Canada’s next federal election? Canadians will head to the polls on Sept. 20. But this election campaign, held amid the COVID-19 pandemic, many Canadians are expected to cast their ballots early by mail. Who can vote by mail in […]
New Health Measures Introduced for all Interior Health Region
For Immediate Release | August 20, 2021 New health measures introduced for all Interior Health region IH-WIDE – Interior Health (IH) is introducing new public health orders covering the entire Interior Health region to manage COVID-19 activity. Effective at midnight tonight: · Masks are mandatory in all indoor public spaces for people 12 years and older. · Low-intensity […]
Evacuation Alert rescinded for Akokli Creek wildfire
Click here to view on the RDCK website Nelson, BC: On the recommendation of the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS), the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) is rescinding the Evacuation Alert for the remaining 81 properties from Lockhart Beach Provincial Park south to include 12490 Highway 3A due to the Akokli Creek wildfire. The Evacuation Alert has […]
Public Information Session for Boswell and Area Residents Affected by Akokli Fire
Public information session scheduled for Boswell and area residents affected by the Akokli Creek wildfire Click here to view on the RDCK website Nelson, BC: The Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) and the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) invite Boswell and area residents to attend a public information session being held at the Boswell Community Hall on […]
Akokli and Cultus Creek Fire Updates
Akokli Creek (N71686) Updated July 29, 2021 The Akokli Creek Wildfire, originated approximately 7 kilometres from Boswell, remains active and is currently listed as a wildfire of note by BCWS. Resources on the fire include 54 firefighters, three helicopters and four pieces of heavy equipment. CL-215 planes, or water skimmers (pick up water from the […]
Ongoing Service Interruptions at RDCK Recycling Depots
REGIONAL DISTRICT OF CENTRAL KOOTENAY MEDIA RELEASE, July 7, 2021 View it on the RDCK website: https://www.rdck.ca/EN/meta/news/news-archives/2021-news-archive-1/ongoing-service-interruptions-at-rdck-recycling-depots.html Nelson, BC: RDCK Recycling depot users in the West and Central subregions may experience ongoing service disruptions due to a fire on June 22nd that destroyed the GFL Environmental recycling facility in Trail. Recycling from RDCK depots was previously […]
Recovery Advisors Poised to Help Local Businesses
CRESTON/CRANBROOK– Kootenay Employment Services has hired Recovery Advisors for the Creston Valley‐ KootenayLake region, Cranbrook‐Kimberley and surrounding areas. Amy Hotchkiss and Kris Dickeson are ready to hit thepavement and assist businesses in connecting to existing supports under the ETSI‐BC Rural Business and CommunityRecovery Program. Hotchkiss is based out of the Creston Valley‐Kootenay Lake and brings […]