News

Fees rising across Canada in 2013

Prepare to take a hit as Medical Service Premiums, EI and CP payments rise this year.

Jan 2, 2013 6:00 PM Read more >

Platzl fire’s cause under investigation

“We’d still be fighting it,” Assistant Fire Chief says, if not for the fire department’s new ladder truck

Jan 2, 2013 12:00 PM Read more >

2012: The year in local news, Part III

Here is a recap of some of the area’s biggest stories in 2012 from September through December.

Dec 31, 2012 1:00 PM Read more >

School District won’t appeal mercury ruling

School District 5 has decided not to appeal a Supreme Court decision granting a group of teachers a new compensation board hearing.

Dec 28, 2012 7:00 PM Read more >

Major fire in Kimberley's Platzl

A fire has destroyed Kootenay Cycle Works in Kimberley's iconic Platzl. RCMP are asking residents to stay away from the area.

Dec 28, 2012 3:00 PM Read more >

2012: The Year in Local News, Part II

Here is a recap of some of the area’s biggest stories in 2012, running April through July.

Dec 28, 2012 10:00 AM Read more >

Canfor confirms $40 million investment in Elko mill

Earlier this month, Canfor Corporation announced it was going ahead with a $40 million investment in its Elko sawmill.

Dec 28, 2012 8:00 AM Read more >

Two rivers project made province what it is today

New book marks 50th anniversary of BC Hydro, proceeds to Vancouver Children’s Hospital

Dec 27, 2012 7:00 PM Read more >

2012: The Year In Local News - January to March

Here is a recap of some of the area's biggest stories in 2012 from court happenings to the Jumbo Glacier Resort.

Dec 27, 2012 8:00 AM Read more >

City of Cranbrook turns over fire truck to RDEK

Efforts are currently focused on raising additional funds to offset the costs of starting a new fire department in Elko.

Dec 27, 2012 7:00 AM Read more >