Find out what wild animals are in the area through WildSafe BC
UPDATED: WildSafe BC, a British Columbia Conservation Foundation program that educates about wild animals, is partnering with municipalities across the province. Currently, they have a coordinator in Trail, Rossland and Castlegar but they are hoping to get an agreement with the Regional District of the Kootenay Boundary, which...
Shooting Robson cougars the only humane option; rumours of fourth cougar false
The shooting of three cougars in Robson yesterday afternoon was not just the necessary way to protect public safety, it was also the only humane option for the animals as well, according to Conservation Officer Ben Beetlestone. He also debunked rumours of a fourth cougar sighted in the area. Beetlestone said his partner took...
Grand Forks to get new signage
A new city sign has been chosen by Grand Forks city councillors at their regular meeting, May 21. Councillors had a couple sign designs to choose from, but ultimately went for sign that has a black face and brick base. The rock face is made from manufactured rock. After some discussion, slogan “Settle Down” will be added to...
Monsanto March held in Grand Forks
"Help make Grand Forks be GMO free. Richmond did it, so can we," was chanted Sat. May 25 when an impromptu protest against Monsanto was held at Gyro Park. Monsanto is one of the largest producers of genetically-modified (GMO) seed and on May 25 a world-wide march was held to protest this (and similar) companies. The gathering...
Kootenay Co-op plans rally against CFIA 'local' definition
The Kootenay Co-op food store is mad as hell and refuse to accept changes by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). Following a recent decision by the CFIA to make changes to the definition of local food, the Nelson-based store is organizing a rally on the front steps of the Kootenay Co-op on Saturday, (June 1) at 1 p.m....
Gas leak causes small outage in Greenwood
A gas leak forced the shutdown of a gas line on Kimberley Avenue in Greenwood, Sunday. “A third-party was digging for a fence and they hit a line,” said FortisBC communications advisor Ruth Sulentich. The gas leak happened around 3 p.m. and was repaired just after 5 p.m. The local fire department arrived quickly on scene....
Juno winner Fred Penner scheduled for the Rock Creek Fall Fair
Joining the performers onstage at this year’s Rock Creek & Boundary Fall Fair will be Two-time Juno winner Fred Penner. From award winning children’s albums like Sing with Fred and hits like The Cat Came Back eight-time nominee’s body of work is about energy and emotional connection. The guy who crawled magically out ...
Terry Fox Run organizer needed for the Boundary
“My quest would not be a selfish one. I could not leave knowing these faces and feelings would still exist, even though I would be set free from mine.” The people who look for the possibilities in an impossible task often make the difference, and Terry Fox was one of those people. It was Terry’s determination towards his...
Food for thought: GDS-free bacon curry, quick homemade Garam Masala
Readers couldn't agree on whether they wanted bacon or curry for this week's recipe - so I got creative and came up with a simple bacon curry recipe that met with mixed reviews. I would've preferred it with chicken or shrimp, but my son absolutely loved the bacon in it and said this recipe is a keeper. I also wasn't wild about...
Relay for Life participation is exceeding expectations
The Canadian Cancer Society’s Relay for Life is just a week away -- it starts June 1 in Grand Forks -- but that doesn't mean it's too late to sign up. “You can register right up until the event,” said Stacey Cassidy, program coordinator. The non-competitive race starts at 10 a.m. and participants will be on the move for 12 ...
