Claire Paradis

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Social Media Ambassadors take Arrow Lakes living online

Social media campaign aims to bring more awareness to Nakusp and all it offers.

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Ironically, Bazike creator Barry Leane isn’t a cycling enthusiast, he just likes chopping bikes up and creatively reassembling them.

What the Bazike? Barry Leane’s bike part creations are popping up in Revelstoke

Barry Leane creates his sculptures, called Bazikes, using spare bike parts. You can find them at shops around Revelstoke.

Ironically, Bazike creator Barry Leane isn’t a cycling enthusiast, he just likes chopping bikes up and creatively reassembling them.
Sam Gleaves' music is steeped in the tradition of his native Appalachia, while also being modern.

Sam Gleaves brings southern culture to Canadian mountains

Sam Gleaves is bringing music of Appalachia to Revelstoke Coffee House Hootenanny Extravaganza Fundraiser.

Sam Gleaves' music is steeped in the tradition of his native Appalachia, while also being modern.
Dan Mangan plays at the Revelstoke Performing Arts Centre next Friday, Nov. 25.

Dan Mangan forges new songs for humanity

Juno-award winner Dan Mangan is playing at the Revelstoke Performing Arts Centre this Friday, Nov. 27.

Dan Mangan plays at the Revelstoke Performing Arts Centre next Friday, Nov. 25.
Daruma Tattoo owner Ryan Krebs shares a joke with a client while working on a tattoo on the client's calf.

Ryan ‘The Tattoo Kid’ Krebs opens Daruma Tattoo in Revelstoke

Ryan Krebs apprenticed as a tattoo artist in Calgary; now he's brought his skills to Revelstoke.

Daruma Tattoo owner Ryan Krebs shares a joke with a client while working on a tattoo on the client's calf.
Seth Bafaro says he doesn't really have a hockey hero but enjoys watching great hockey players like Drew Doughty, Duncan Keith, Erik Karlsson and Shea Weber.

Seth Bafaro shows his skills at Western U16 Challenge Cup

Revelstoke's Seth Bafaro topped the skills testing at the 2015 Western U16 Challenge Cup.

Seth Bafaro says he doesn't really have a hockey hero but enjoys watching great hockey players like Drew Doughty, Duncan Keith, Erik Karlsson and Shea Weber.
Nelson Luxmore negotiates one of the tricker sections of the course in the Cedar Shaker Cyclocross race.

Cedar Shaker Cyclocross race magnificent muddy fun

The first Cedar Shaker Cyclocross race was held on Sunday at Revelstoke Mountain Resort.

Nelson Luxmore negotiates one of the tricker sections of the course in the Cedar Shaker Cyclocross race.
Above left, the winning fish, but it’s the guy on the right who caught it. Clockwise from upper right: Tracey Roberts and Tammy Hascarl have some fun; second place winner Charlie wild with his prizes; Ernie Marven; a moment of fishing peace; trucks and trailers at the alternate launch; one happy fisher.

Blue Knuckle Derby brings people, fun and fish into town

The third annual Gord Roberts Blue Knuckle Derby was a go again this year, thanks to quick thinking and acting.

Above left, the winning fish, but it’s the guy on the right who caught it. Clockwise from upper right: Tracey Roberts and Tammy Hascarl have some fun; second place winner Charlie wild with his prizes; Ernie Marven; a moment of fishing peace; trucks and trailers at the alternate launch; one happy fisher.
Making Memories owner-operator Moira Miller stands in front of one wall of crafting that makes up the store which has taken over her living room.

‘Scrapbooking ate my living room’

There’s not much left of Ken and Moira Miller’s living room as the scrapbooking business has slowly eaten up the space.

Making Memories owner-operator Moira Miller stands in front of one wall of crafting that makes up the store which has taken over her living room.

NADB and Chamber visit Jan. 13 Nakusp council meeting

There was a bit of an audience for the Jan. 13 Nakusp council meeting which included annual reports and hot springs rate discussion.

Be seeing you, next spring

To echo Laurie Page, I get the feeling that 2014 is going to be a great one for Nakusp. And not just for Nakusp, but the whole area.

Hydro + Nakusp 4evr?

Building relationships takes time. In fact, I believe they’re grown or cultivated more than built.

Coleman and Cameron Mackintosh have fun playing with metal after hours at Nakusp Mobile Mechanics

Nakusp Mobile Mechanics more than meets the eye

You’ve probably seen work from Nakusp Mobile Mechanics around town even if you didn’t know it.

Coleman and Cameron Mackintosh have fun playing with metal after hours at Nakusp Mobile Mechanics
Mel Paul and Ron Santano get his boots ready for the hill in the new and expanded ski shop, now with extra sunlight.

Summit Lake Ski Area opens up for bigger and better season

With all the snow, Summit Lake’s ski hill is open again, but now into new expanded digs.

Mel Paul and Ron Santano get his boots ready for the hill in the new and expanded ski shop, now with extra sunlight.

New Telus tower in Burton part of provincial network

Over the holidays, a telecommunications tower was put up near Burton as one part of a ten-year agreement with the Province.

Property owners in Nakusp will see minimal changes in their assessments this year, but those in Silverton and Upper Slocan might notice a difference.

Assessment of area property values changes little in 2014

With the new year come annual property assessments, and area residents won’t be seeing much of a change.

Property owners in Nakusp will see minimal changes in their assessments this year, but those in Silverton and Upper Slocan might notice a difference.

Assessment of area property values changes little in 2014

With the new year come annual property assessments, and most area residents won't be seeing much of a change.

One of the big stories of the year was the launch of the new ferry being built by WaterBridge Steel Inc. The ferry is scheduled to begin service on the long weekend in May 2014.

Looking back: 2013 news highlights from the Arrow Lakes News

There has been more news this year than could be crammed into a single weekly issue, that’s for sure. Here are a few of your stories.

One of the big stories of the year was the launch of the new ferry being built by WaterBridge Steel Inc. The ferry is scheduled to begin service on the long weekend in May 2014.
Nordic skiing is fun for all ages, really.

Getting the younger set on Nordic tracks

Alpine skiing’s low-key cousin Nordic has been dogged with a reputation of being slow-moving and, well, not all that interesting.

Nordic skiing is fun for all ages, really.
Avery Bremner brings beats to the Three Lions as DJ Aversive Dec. 27.

DJ Aversive brings deep beats to Nakusp

Nakusp will be treated to some serious dancing music when DJ Aversive brings her set to the Three Lions Pub.

Avery Bremner brings beats to the Three Lions as DJ Aversive Dec. 27.