News

BCGEU begins contract talks

The B.C. government begins contract talks with one of its largest employee groups this week, and the union wants a raise.

Jan 9, 2012 5:00 PM Read more >

Serious injuries avoided in Highway 3 accident near Castlegar

Two motor vehicles were involved in a collision on Highway 3 just past the overpass near Castlegar.

Jan 9, 2012 5:00 AM Read more >

Wrap up of the 28th Annual national Operation Red Nose campaign

Volunteer drivers saluted for efforts in providing lifts to revelers over festive season

Jan 8, 2012 8:00 AM Read more >

RCMP report for the Christmas holidays

Castlegar RCMP report for the Christmas and New Year's holiday break.

Jan 8, 2012 8:00 AM Read more >

Castlegar Sculpture Walk has a new director

Arts scene in West Kootenays is bolstered by the arrival of Joy Barrett as Castlegar Sculpture Walk Executive Director

Jan 7, 2012 12:00 PM Read more >

B.C.'s distracted driving law saves lives

B.C.'s Provincial government issues press release concerning effectiveness of banning use of devices such as cellphones while driving

Jan 7, 2012 5:00 AM Read more >

B.C. Ambulance responds to Christmas shortage

B.C. Ambulance Service has responded to questions from the Castlegar News about having no ambulances on Christmas in the area.

Jan 6, 2012 12:00 PM Read more >

Council briefs

Jan. 3 Castlegar city council briefs including 9-1-1 emergency re-up and 2012 utility rates approval.

Jan 6, 2012 6:00 AM Read more >

Welcome New Year's Baby - Castlegar's Piper Loren Turner!

Trail is the birthplace for 2012's first baby at Trail Hospital

Jan 6, 2012 5:00 AM Read more >

Poll finds support for oil pipeline

A poll finds many unfamiliar with Enbridge's proposed pipeline, but many who are support the idea.

Jan 5, 2012 3:00 PM Read more >