Claire Paradis

Is this a winter wasteland or the beginning of spring?

Is this a prelude to an early spring, or merely a mid-February teaser?

A moment of play and warmth from bandleader Luis Mario Ochoa. The quintet warmed the hearts of valley residents on Jan. 30.

Colourful quintet offers reprieve from winter’s grey

It was like standing in line to get on a plane to warm, welcoming Cuba at the Bonnington for the Luis Mario Ochoa Quintet.

A moment of play and warmth from bandleader Luis Mario Ochoa. The quintet warmed the hearts of valley residents on Jan. 30.

If we build it, they will come

What struck me most about Mike Stolte’s presentation was what seemed to be the underlying message: if you build it, they will come.

Nakusp council highlights from January 28

With no delegations, petitions, or presentations, Acting Mayor Ulli Mueller, council and staff leapt right into the agenda.

New Chair Barb MacPherson kisses the hand of now former Chair Paula Rogers.

Librarian and Chair shuffle takes place at Nakusp Public Library

The Nakusp Public Library is undergoing changes in both the boardroom and library staff.

New Chair Barb MacPherson kisses the hand of now former Chair Paula Rogers.
Zumba dancer-exercisers are prone to hooting and hollering and generally carrying on all while following the choreography and keeping the beat.

Zipping to the Zumba beat a zany fun feat

It wasn’t until I went to the Legion one Wednesday evening that I experienced the power of Zumba myself.

Zumba dancer-exercisers are prone to hooting and hollering and generally carrying on all while following the choreography and keeping the beat.
Claude, Barry, Bill, Wells, Barb, Karen, Evelyn, and Len have their picture taken at the end of Turner Road last September. The Trails Society is building the trail to connect Turner to Mac’s trail.

Society is blazing trails to outdoor enjoyment

The Nakusp and Area Community Trails Society (Nakusp ACTS!) wants to help get you out into the fresh air.

Claude, Barry, Bill, Wells, Barb, Karen, Evelyn, and Len have their picture taken at the end of Turner Road last September. The Trails Society is building the trail to connect Turner to Mac’s trail.

Area K director spearheads trap regulation motion

Paul Peterson would like to see traplines further from areas that are used by the public.

Democracy takes action, and starts at home

Engagement in democratic processes keeps them democratic.

Dwain, Peter and Dan try to catch The Big One for the Blue Knuckle Derby.

Second annual Blue Knuckle Derby has easier weather, tougher fishing

The second annual Blue Knuckle Derby took place over Jan. 19 and 20, this year with no blizzard for the fishers to contend against.

Dwain, Peter and Dan try to catch The Big One for the Blue Knuckle Derby.

Tourism talking coming soon

As you’ve likely already know from the posters around town, a large tourism workshop and presentation are coming to town.

Notes from Jan. 14 Nakusp council

After a delegation and a presentation and discussion about Village water and sewer rates, there was still council work to be done.

A back up was added to the lift station by the Japanese gardens in 2012, part of sewer costs for the Village.

Nakusp water and sewer rates to increase for 2013

Nakusp residents will see a hike in their water and sewer rates this year.

A back up was added to the lift station by the Japanese gardens in 2012, part of sewer costs for the Village.
Brendalee Morgan’s Bellyfit is lively and colourful, the classes are filled with laughter and good feelings.

Bellyfit classes filled with laughs and love

If you walk past NaCoMo on a Tuesday or Thursday evening, you will likely hear the rumble of musical beats and joyful guffaws.

Brendalee Morgan’s Bellyfit is lively and colourful, the classes are filled with laughter and good feelings.

Young Vernon man dies of unknown causes in Edgewood

The death of a 26-year-old man in Edgewood on Jan. 4 is not being considered suspicious by police at this time.

Pro skiers Pep Fujas, left, and Andy Mahre will be in Nakusp for more hot film action in February.

K2, CMH and Poor Boyz film ‘ski porn’ around Nakusp

Cold, clear skies made for ideal conditions to film what CMH marketing manager John Entwhistle called “ski porn.”

Pro skiers Pep Fujas, left, and Andy Mahre will be in Nakusp for more hot film action in February.

Lots of designated drivers on the road during holidays

Cpl. Ryan Fehler from the Nakusp RCMP say officers were pleased to see many party-goers using designated drivers over the holidays.

Feldenkrais classes teach the body how to learn

Created by Moshé Feldenkrais, the eponymous exercise is a system of movements designed to increase awareness of the body and how it works.

Golden, B.C. rockers Willhorse bring their original songs to Nakusp as part of their cd release tour this January.

Willhorse bring Southern rock to Three Lions Pub

“We’re a brotherhood more than a band,” said Willhorse bass player Todd Menzies over the phone, “like modern day pirates.”

Golden, B.C. rockers Willhorse bring their original songs to Nakusp as part of their cd release tour this January.
Tyson Bartel brings an exploration of movement in his Feldenkrais classes to Nakusp each week at NaCoMo.

Instructor’s travels taught him to how to learn, and teach

Travelling the world was the beginning of Tyson Bartel’s journey both inside and out.

Tyson Bartel brings an exploration of movement in his Feldenkrais classes to Nakusp each week at NaCoMo.