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One hour later start for SHSS students… but only sometimes

Some parents surprised to see significant change to school schedule posted on Stanley Humphries Secondary website.

A close up of hockey players' helmets as they sit on a bench. The No Stars hockey league in Castlegar is looking for players for the upcoming season.

Not a star? Not a problem: there’s a league for that.

No Stars hockey in Castlegar looking for players. This fun, recreational league is a great way to stay in shape this winter.

A close up of hockey players' helmets as they sit on a bench. The No Stars hockey league in Castlegar is looking for players for the upcoming season.
Empty school playground equipment at Twin Rivers Elementary in Castlegar on Friday, Aug. 23. The possibility of a CUPE strike in September could mean a province-wide disruption to the school system.

School strike a possibility in September

More than 220 school support staff workers in the East and West Kootenays could be on the picket lines in September.

Empty school playground equipment at Twin Rivers Elementary in Castlegar on Friday, Aug. 23. The possibility of a CUPE strike in September could mean a province-wide disruption to the school system.
A photo of a man preparing a medical needle.

Whooping cough outbreak in the West Kootenays

Eight adult cases and 11 patients under the age of 18 since the start of June; IHA says sometimes months go by without any.

A photo of a man preparing a medical needle.
A helicopter over a wildfire on the west shore of Lower Arrow Lake near Castlegar on Tuesday, Aug. 20. According to a helicopter pilot, the fire is estimated at one hectare.

Wildfire on Lower Arrow Lake near Castlegar

A fire estimated at one hectare is being bucketed by a helicopter and an initial three-person attack crew is enroute.

A helicopter over a wildfire on the west shore of Lower Arrow Lake near Castlegar on Tuesday, Aug. 20. According to a helicopter pilot, the fire is estimated at one hectare.
Marc Conacher, host and cook, and Mirja Vahala, artist and instructor at their custom built, 4,200 square foot home in Robson. Windborne Bed and Breakfast won the 2013 Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award as one of the Top 25 B&B's in Canada and hosted a Chamber of Commerce meet and greet on Thursday, Aug. 15.

Award winning B&B hosts business community

Windborne Bed and Breakfast in Robson shows why the world comes though their doors.

Marc Conacher, host and cook, and Mirja Vahala, artist and instructor at their custom built, 4,200 square foot home in Robson. Windborne Bed and Breakfast won the 2013 Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award as one of the Top 25 B&B's in Canada and hosted a Chamber of Commerce meet and greet on Thursday, Aug. 15.
Katrine Conroy, Kootenay West MLA.

NDP releases MLA expense reports

Expense report shows wide range from NDP MLAs in B.C.

Katrine Conroy, Kootenay West MLA.
Laurie Wiltsey and her dog Maggie in front of the coffee shop she now runs, aptly named Maggies's Mug, on Columbia Avenue in Castlegar on Tuesday, Aug. 13.

Make Tracks for Maggie’s Mug

Castlegar coffee shop under new ownership and has something for all tastes.

Laurie Wiltsey and her dog Maggie in front of the coffee shop she now runs, aptly named Maggies's Mug, on Columbia Avenue in Castlegar on Tuesday, Aug. 13.
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UPDATE: Winlaw Fire Chief suspended; crews not responding to calls

Regional Fire Chief Terry Swan said plans coming today to deal with unfolding situation

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A proposed bike skills park at Millennium Park in Castlegar should have features similar to this one in Rossland.

Bikes, Billboards and Building Permits

Highlights from the regular City of Castlegar council meeting held Monday, Aug 12

A proposed bike skills park at Millennium Park in Castlegar should have features similar to this one in Rossland.
Castlegar Rebels: team logo.

Rebels make key trades; coach Dorrans looks to the future

Castlegar Rebels make deals for three players in exchange for two veterans

Castlegar Rebels: team logo.
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RDCK appoints Winlaw resident as fuel spill recovery manager

Regional Fire Chief Terry Swan says Nelle Maxey has "the trust and confidence" of area residents.

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FILE: A Castlegar tire truck.

Sunday morning vehicle fire for Castlegar Fire Department

No one inside vehicle found burning on Blueberry Road near Fairview

FILE: A Castlegar tire truck.
An RCMP member looks at a damaged SUV on Hwy 3 about seven kms west of Castlegar on Sunday, Aug. 11. There were no injuries reported after the vehicle collided with a deer shortly after 10:30 a.m.

No injuries in SUV vrs deer on Hwy 3 near Castlegar

Deer collision west of Castlegar Sunday morning a reminder to keep alert for fast-moving wildlife.

An RCMP member looks at a damaged SUV on Hwy 3 about seven kms west of Castlegar on Sunday, Aug. 11. There were no injuries reported after the vehicle collided with a deer shortly after 10:30 a.m.
Dam City Rollers skater Pantsoff, left, and TeAmo of the Nelson Killjoys enjoy a light-hearted moment after an intense bout in Castlegar on Friday, Aug. 9.

GALLERY: Roller Derby doubleheader at Selkirk

Finals for the West Kootenay Roller Derby season almost set after four teams wowed the Castlegar crowd on Friday.

Dam City Rollers skater Pantsoff, left, and TeAmo of the Nelson Killjoys enjoy a light-hearted moment after an intense bout in Castlegar on Friday, Aug. 9.
Summer ambassadors for the BC Used Oil Management Association and Tire Stewardship BC visited Castlegar on Wednesday, August 7. Pictured are Nadine Hoyt, left, and Carmen Ang with Canadian Tire staff members Jack Mundt and Jordan Mackay.

Every drop matters with oil recycling

University students travelling province with the goal of increasing collection rates for used oil, antifreeze and tires.

Summer ambassadors for the BC Used Oil Management Association and Tire Stewardship BC visited Castlegar on Wednesday, August 7. Pictured are Nadine Hoyt, left, and Carmen Ang with Canadian Tire staff members Jack Mundt and Jordan Mackay.
The Concerts in the Park series welcomed (left to right): Barb Sinclair, Brian Parfeniuk, Petter Pii and Jim Sinclair who played a mixture of bluegrass and country tunes at Kinnaird Park on Wednesday, Aug. 7.

Four-piece bluegrass and country talent at Concerts in the Park

Toe-tapping tunes at Kinnaird Park on Wednesday just another in a series of great shows.

The Concerts in the Park series welcomed (left to right): Barb Sinclair, Brian Parfeniuk, Petter Pii and Jim Sinclair who played a mixture of bluegrass and country tunes at Kinnaird Park on Wednesday, Aug. 7.
Firefighters work to establish hoselay around the perimeter of the Perry Ridge wildfire.

Perry Ridge fire now fully contained

Blaze tops out at just under 65 hectares. Crews will be on scene at least another week.

Firefighters work to establish hoselay around the perimeter of the Perry Ridge wildfire.
A bat hanging upside down on a wall in Castlegar, B.C. Saturday, August 3, 2013.

Stucco Snooze

Commonly perceived as frightening, little brown bats do the natural world a lot of good.

A bat hanging upside down on a wall in Castlegar, B.C. Saturday, August 3, 2013.
Co-owner of Endless Adventure Andrea Ryman, third from right, with clients on the bank of the Columbia River near Castlegar on Thursday, Aug. 1.

Fuel spill moves Slocan tour operator downstream

Local tour company forced to adjust tours because of jet fuel spill in Slocan Valley.

Co-owner of Endless Adventure Andrea Ryman, third from right, with clients on the bank of the Columbia River near Castlegar on Thursday, Aug. 1.