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International music icon Boy George will be performing a DJ set at Element Club in Castlegar on Friday, Oct. 4 with co-headliner Marc Vedo. He spoke with the Castlegar News on Friday, Sept. 20 from the UK.

Boy George: Renaissance Man

Musical icon and global DJ star Boy George will play a DJ set with Marc Vedo in Castlegar at Element Club on Friday, Oct. 4

International music icon Boy George will be performing a DJ set at Element Club in Castlegar on Friday, Oct. 4 with co-headliner Marc Vedo. He spoke with the Castlegar News on Friday, Sept. 20 from the UK.
This bright decoration seen along Columbia Avenue in Castlegar is a nice seasonal reminder that the Pass Creek Fall Fair is almost here.

18th annual Pass Creek Fall Fair almost here

Running this Saturday and Sunday (Sept. 21-22) the popular event expects to draw thousands for family fun.

This bright decoration seen along Columbia Avenue in Castlegar is a nice seasonal reminder that the Pass Creek Fall Fair is almost here.
It's official: Castlegar businessman Florio Vassilakakis recognized as new City of Castlegar council member.

Castlegar by-election official results released

It's official:Castlegar businessman Florio Vassilakakis will take a seat on city council for a 14-month term.

It's official: Castlegar businessman Florio Vassilakakis recognized as new City of Castlegar council member.
Caught in the act — a brown bear reaches up to search a tree for edibles.

Bear conflicts and sightings down locally and provincially

The issue of problem bears has improved over last year but experts say residents still need do their part.

Caught in the act — a brown bear reaches up to search a tree for edibles.
Selkirk Saints #27-Logan Proulx fires a shot on Keyano Huskies goaltender Jeff Puddephatt during an exhibition game in Castlegar on Saturday, Sept. 14. The Saints took the game 3 -1 as well as a game against the Alberta team the previous night in Nelson by a score of 7 - 6 in overtime.

Selkirk Saints a perfect 2 – 0 on pre-season

Two early wins for Selkirk squad in hard-fought games against Alberta's Keyano College.

Selkirk Saints #27-Logan Proulx fires a shot on Keyano Huskies goaltender Jeff Puddephatt during an exhibition game in Castlegar on Saturday, Sept. 14. The Saints took the game 3 -1 as well as a game against the Alberta team the previous night in Nelson by a score of 7 - 6 in overtime.
Rebels surround Nelson Leafs goaltender Tyler Moffat as #16-Aaron Petten snaps a shot during a game in Castlegar on Friday, Sept. 13. The Leafs won the Rebels home opener 5 - 2.

Back-to-back weekend losses to start Rebels season

Rebs now 0 for 3 as they head to Spokane looking for a much needed confidence boost

Rebels surround Nelson Leafs goaltender Tyler Moffat as #16-Aaron Petten snaps a shot during a game in Castlegar on Friday, Sept. 13. The Leafs won the Rebels home opener 5 - 2.
Castlegar Rebels #2-Aaron Brewer stares down two defending Nelson Leafs during the Rebels season opener on Friday, Sept. 13 at the Castlegar Community Complex. The Leafs took the game 5-2 but it was a special night for the Rebels as two championship banners were raised to the rafters.

GALLERY: Rebels drop home opener but raise two championship banners

A 5-2 loss to the Nelson Leafs on Friday, Sept 13 was tempered with watching two championship banners being raised to the rafters.

Castlegar Rebels #2-Aaron Brewer stares down two defending Nelson Leafs during the Rebels season opener on Friday, Sept. 13 at the Castlegar Community Complex. The Leafs took the game 5-2 but it was a special night for the Rebels as two championship banners were raised to the rafters.
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School strike still a waiting game

CUPE K-12 Presidents’ Council "very disappointed" with latest offer from government.

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The Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association U11 Boys team took silver at the Pend Oreille Cup tournament in Sandpoint, ID. Front row (L to R): Connor Berno, Logan Armstrong, Simon Larocque, Heiko Ihns, Reid Dunham, Liam Herbert, Carson Pottle, Hayden King, Jordan Costa, Thomas Vogel, Nick Jenner, Thano Riemer, and Hardy Hutt. Back row: Coaches Yuro Ihns and Scott Hutt.

Cross-border soccer a fun wrap-up to season

Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association fielded six teams in Sandpoint this past weekend.

The Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association U11 Boys team took silver at the Pend Oreille Cup tournament in Sandpoint, ID. Front row (L to R): Connor Berno, Logan Armstrong, Simon Larocque, Heiko Ihns, Reid Dunham, Liam Herbert, Carson Pottle, Hayden King, Jordan Costa, Thomas Vogel, Nick Jenner, Thano Riemer, and Hardy Hutt. Back row: Coaches Yuro Ihns and Scott Hutt.
Dam City Rollers jammer Lady MacDeath (404) heads to the floor after a check from one of the Rossland Trail Roller Girls. The Rollers prevailed in the battle for third place in the league on Sunday, Sept. 8 at Mountain Mayhem in Rossland.

Rollers celebrate third after Mountain Mayhem

Chants of "We're number three!" could be heard coming from some of the players after roller derby final in Rossland.

Dam City Rollers jammer Lady MacDeath (404) heads to the floor after a check from one of the Rossland Trail Roller Girls. The Rollers prevailed in the battle for third place in the league on Sunday, Sept. 8 at Mountain Mayhem in Rossland.
Two photos of the Zone 6 Slo Pitch teams that competed in the BC Seniors Games in Kamloops in August. Top photo is the 60+ team and the bottom photo is the 5+ team.

More photos of Zone 6 BC Seniors athletes

A little spotlight on the Slo Pitch teams that competed at the BC Seniors Games in Kamloops in August.

Two photos of the Zone 6 Slo Pitch teams that competed in the BC Seniors Games in Kamloops in August. Top photo is the 60+ team and the bottom photo is the 5+ team.
The Zone 6 swim team that recently competed at the BC Seniors Games in Kamloops.

Zone 6 BC Senior Swim Team

Looking back on a great medal haul from the pool at the BC Seniors Games

The Zone 6 swim team that recently competed at the BC Seniors Games in Kamloops.
Goaltender Carson Pottle makes a save during soccer practice at Millenium Park on Tuesday, Sept. 3 in Castlegar. The Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association teams are heading to a tournment this weekend in Sandpoint.

Soccer teams Sandpoint bound

Nine regional rep teams heading across the line to compete in large tournament to wrap up their season

Goaltender Carson Pottle makes a save during soccer practice at Millenium Park on Tuesday, Sept. 3 in Castlegar. The Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association teams are heading to a tournment this weekend in Sandpoint.
MLA Stephanie Cadieux, Minister of Children and Family Development, visits with children at the Hobbit Hill Children’s Centre at Kootenay Family Place on Wednesday, Sept. 4. Cadieux is on a tour of Kootenay facilities and is meeting with MCFD staff and community groups.

Minister Cadieux makes Castlegar stop

Children and Family Development minister Stephanie Cadieux paid a visit to the childcare program at Kootenay Family Place on Tuesday

MLA Stephanie Cadieux, Minister of Children and Family Development, visits with children at the Hobbit Hill Children’s Centre at Kootenay Family Place on Wednesday, Sept. 4. Cadieux is on a tour of Kootenay facilities and is meeting with MCFD staff and community groups.
Melissa McCready (center: vocals, guitar and ukulele) and Shannon Moldenhauer (left: vocals and flute) performing as Motes and Oats, with Rob Fahey (Nelson) on bass, at the final 2013 Concerts in the Park at Kinnaird on Wednesday, Aug. 27.

Kinnaird Concerts in the Park wrap up on a high note

Motes and Oats, with accompaniment from Rob Fahey of Nelson on bass, brought a lively blend of tunes for the last show of the season.

Melissa McCready (center: vocals, guitar and ukulele) and Shannon Moldenhauer (left: vocals and flute) performing as Motes and Oats, with Rob Fahey (Nelson) on bass, at the final 2013 Concerts in the Park at Kinnaird on Wednesday, Aug. 27.
Executive Flight Centre Logo

Lemon Creek response team rebranded

Recovery Centre in Winlaw will remain open until Friday, August 30.

Executive Flight Centre Logo
Candidates vying for the vacant seat on the City of Castlegar council took part in a debate/forum at the Sandman Hotel on Tuesday, Aug. 27. From left: Antoinette Halberstadt, Kirk Duff, Florio Vassilakakis and Tyler Maddocks.

By-election debate a win for Castlegar citizens

Four candidates fielded numerous questions on a range of topics heading into the Sept. 14 election.

Candidates vying for the vacant seat on the City of Castlegar council took part in a debate/forum at the Sandman Hotel on Tuesday, Aug. 27. From left: Antoinette Halberstadt, Kirk Duff, Florio Vassilakakis and Tyler Maddocks.
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School District staff strategize in Spokane

Eighteen principals, vice-principals and district management staff spend two days across the line for professional development

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A small campfire.

Small fire quickly dealt with near Blueberry Creek

Wildfire Management Branch information officer says waste or garbage appeared to be what was set alight.

A small campfire.
A gold medal from the 2013 BC Seniors Games held in Kamloops, B.C. Aug 20 - 24. West Kootenay Boundary athletes are bringing home 101 medals, including 47 gold.

UPDATE: West Kootenay Boundary athletes secure over 100 medals

BC Seniors did the region proud over the past four days in Kamloops at the 2013 BC Seniors Games.

A gold medal from the 2013 BC Seniors Games held in Kamloops, B.C. Aug 20 - 24. West Kootenay Boundary athletes are bringing home 101 medals, including 47 gold.