Local Business

Heli-ski operator shuts down early amid COVID-19 concerns

CMH made the decision on the weekend

Mar 16, 2020 11:00 AM Read more >

Edible straws one B.C. entrepreneur’s latest weapon in war against plastic

Kat Gellerman has spent more than 20 years working in the food business

Mar 12, 2020 10:00 AM Read more >

Rossland Council updated on cost of fixing arena

It will cost $700,000+ to get job done

Jan 21, 2020 9:30 AM Read more >

Castlegar area scaffolding company recognized for inclusivity initiatives

Chinook Scaffolding recognized as Contractor of the Year at Builders Code Champion Awards.

Dec 19, 2019 11:30 AM Read more >

Castlegar water tests nearly lead-free

Unlike many other Canadian cities, Castlegar’s water is free of the metal contaminant

Dec 16, 2019 5:30 PM Read more >

Promoter fundraises for new Kootenay Country Music Fest

UPDATED: Travis Pangburn has de-activated the $150,000 Gofundme campaign

Dec 12, 2019 10:10 AM Read more >

Castlegar council approves 2050 renewable energy plan

City was last holdout in region to adopt West Kootenay EcoSociety’s measure

Nov 25, 2019 6:00 AM Read more >

Castlegar long-term care homes faring better than average

Office of the Seniors Advocate finds local facilities doing well

Nov 21, 2019 2:30 PM Read more >

Castlegar woman to appear on Dragons’ Den

Happy Gut sells water kefir beverages and kits to make water kefir at home.

Nov 14, 2019 1:30 AM Read more >

Update: accident between Castlegar and Nelson closes Hwy. 3

DriveBC estimates road will re-open at 2:15 a.m.

Nov 13, 2019 9:00 PM Read more >