GF manager of operations gives notice
The City of Grand Forks announces today that Roger Huston, Manager of Operations for the City, has left the organization. “We are extremely sad to see Roger go, he was a great addition to the organization, and worked really well with the Public Works team and the public. We wish him well in his new position,” said Doug Allin,...
Surprise adjournment in WKES Jumbo Municipality court case
Before the case was even heard by a judge, the West Kootenay EcoSociety sought, and was granted, an adjournment after receiving an amended response and new evidence from lawyers for the municipality at the eleventh hour. The adjournment, according to WKES lawyer Judah Harrison, gives EcoSociety an opportunity to respond to...
UPDATED: Missing person found
Nelson RCMP are pleased to advise that this individual has been located back at her residence. As always the RCMP wish to thank Nelson Search and Rescue for their professionalism and quick response. Previous coverage: Nelson RCMP is asking for public assistance in locating a missing North Shore resident. Tuesday, at 2:14...
Letter: Paying It Forward For The Environment
Editor: Canada – a powerful word that until recently brought with it images of world-class wilderness, functioning ecosystems, serious concern for climate change and a belief in a healthy economy AND a healthy environment. Where are we today? Here are just a few headlines from the last three years under Prime Minister Harper...
Residents save "bagged" deer
A Grand Forks deer is luckier than most, after being spotted with a bag fixed to her head. The deer was first spotted in the Ruckle area of the city on Saturday night around 5:30 p.m. with a bag tightly wrapped around her head. At first, residents tried to rally the authorities, with no immediate results. By Sunday morning,...
LETTER: City violates BC Plumbing Code
Dear Editor, This is something that the residents of Grand Forks really should know: By using “certified water meter installers” instead of certified plumbers to install water meters, the former mayor and council of Grand Forks have violated the BC Plumbing Code. The code is very specific: “1.2.3.1. Personnel Performing...
OPINION: Wildlife habitat losing every fight with forestry and agriculture
(Hon. Steve Thompson) The purpose of this newsletter is to give you facts that with few exceptions can be corroborated that illustrate why nothing less than a complete overhaul of the management of our wildlife and wildlife habitat resource can reverse the dramatic decline in many wildlife populations and the steady compromise...
SPOTLIGHT FILMS: The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared
Spotlight Films presents the 8th film of our 11th season! The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and Disappeared Tuesday, February 24th 7:30 pm @ The Gem Theatre Greetings to all Spotlight Films members, sponsors, and friends: Our upcoming movie is The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out of the Window and...
LIBRARY MUSINGS: AGM in early March; Downton Abbey tea party; Grocery store guide
We’ll be having our Annual General Meeting (AGM ) on March 4 at 7 pm. It’s a good opportunity for you to come and support the library – on our end, we promise to keep the meeting part of it to a minimum, and the socializing and refreshments part to a maximum. Downton Abbey Don’t miss our Downton Abbey Tea Party – to be held...
Grand Forks man pulls the winning $5 million numbers from a hat
Grand Forks has a new millionaire in town, Frank Senger. Playing the same random set of numbers that he pulled from a hat when he first started playing the lottery, Senger hit the jackpot on Feb. 18. Grand Forks has a new millionaire in town, Frank Senger. Playing the same random set of numbers that he pulled from a hat when...
