Arrow Lakes News

Most of the new fires in the region are around 0.1 hectares in size. Photo: BC Wildfire Service

At least 10 new fires burning in Upper Arrow Lake and Trout Lake region

One of the fires is burning approximately five kilometres from Nakusp

  • Aug 18, 2020
Most of the new fires in the region are around 0.1 hectares in size. Photo: BC Wildfire Service
The Westbank First Nation Logo. Photo: Westbank First Nation Facebook photo

Nakusp and Westbank First Nation groups meet to discuss regional partnerships

New Nakusp sawmill, restoration of old youth centre were some topics of discussion

  • Aug 14, 2020
The Westbank First Nation Logo. Photo: Westbank First Nation Facebook photo
A look inside the water treatment plant. Photo: Aqua Diversities Inc.

Nakusp to spend extra $50,000 to avoid delays for new wastewater detention tank

The village said more portions of the project will have to be contracted out than initially thought

  • Aug 13, 2020
A look inside the water treatment plant. Photo: Aqua Diversities Inc.
Council will be reviewing each cannabis shop application on a case-by-case basis moving forward. Photo: Jeff Chiu

Nakusp council to allow more than one cannabis shop in the community

312 Broadway Street was originally the only place allowed to have a cannabis shop

  • Aug 12, 2020
Council will be reviewing each cannabis shop application on a case-by-case basis moving forward. Photo: Jeff Chiu
The project will be taking place between 6th Avenue and 5th Avenue along Broadway Street. Photo: Google Maps

Village of Nakusp council gives green light for phase two of downtown revitalization project

Concrete sidewalks, curbs, streetlights and bus stop will now be added to downtown block

  • Aug 11, 2020
The project will be taking place between 6th Avenue and 5th Avenue along Broadway Street. Photo: Google Maps
People who purchased tickets for this year’s wine and beer festival will receive a full refund. File photo

Nakusp Wine and Beer Festival cancelled this year due to COVID-19 crisis

The Rotary Club said next year's event is still scheduled to take place in April

  • Aug 10, 2020
People who purchased tickets for this year’s wine and beer festival will receive a full refund. File photo
None of the wildfires burning in the West Kootenay are threatening any structures. Photo: BC Wildfire Service Facebook page

Three fires burning in Arrow and Kootenay Lakes regions under control

A fire burning in the Burton Creek area was also recently put out by crews

  • Aug 10, 2020
None of the wildfires burning in the West Kootenay are threatening any structures. Photo: BC Wildfire Service Facebook page
The fire is burning east of Trout Lake. Photo: BC Wildfire Service

New 4.9 hectare fire burning east of Trout Lake

Another out-of-control fire in the Lake Creek area has also grown to 6.6 hectares

  • Aug 6, 2020
The fire is burning east of Trout Lake. Photo: BC Wildfire Service
The man was swimming near Winlaw before he went missing. Photo: Google Maps

UPDATED: Slocan River drowning victim’s body recovered

The man was swimming near Winlaw on Wednesday.

  • Aug 6, 2020
The man was swimming near Winlaw before he went missing. Photo: Google Maps
The grand opening event took place on Aug. 2 and 3. Photo: Valley of the Springs Winery Facebook page

Valley of the Springs Winery grand opening event a smashing success

Three of four time slots available during the two-day event completely sold out

  • Aug 6, 2020
The grand opening event took place on Aug. 2 and 3. Photo: Valley of the Springs Winery Facebook page
More lightning-caused fires could occur in the West Kootenay region over the next 36 hours. Photo: B.C. Wildfire Service

Structures not threatened by wildfires burning in the Arrow and Kootenay Lakes region

Official says more lightning-caused fires could occur in region over next 36 hours

  • Aug 5, 2020
More lightning-caused fires could occur in the West Kootenay region over the next 36 hours. Photo: B.C. Wildfire Service
Players teed off between 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. to compete in the tournament. Photo: Nakusp Centennial Golf Club

Fifty-five golfers compete in Nakusp Centennial Golf Club championship

Golfers teed off in groups of four last Saturday in the club's biggest tournament of the year

  • Jul 28, 2020
Players teed off between 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. to compete in the tournament. Photo: Nakusp Centennial Golf Club
RVs have been illegally parked in the local mobile home park. Photo: Village of Nakusp

Village of Nakusp to review RV and trailer bylaw

At least six RVs are violating the bylaw in the mobile home park

  • Jul 27, 2020
RVs have been illegally parked in the local mobile home park. Photo: Village of Nakusp
Five health practitioners will be working out of the new location. Photo: Carley Cooke

New state-of-the-art health facility set to open in Nakusp

Massage therapist, physiotherapist, chiropractor and naturopaths will be working out of space

  • Jul 24, 2020
Five health practitioners will be working out of the new location. Photo: Carley Cooke
The amended water regulations bylaw was adopted on July 24. File photo

New water regulations come into effect in Nakusp

Residents can now only water gardens with irrigation system for two hours on alternate days of month

  • Jul 24, 2020
The amended water regulations bylaw was adopted on July 24. File photo
The pipe was hauled in from the United States to complete the project. Photo: JD Mah

Breakwater repairs at Nakusp marina done on time and on budget

Crews completed 300 feet of repairs to the breakwater last week

  • Jul 23, 2020
The pipe was hauled in from the United States to complete the project. Photo: JD Mah
Boaters are reminded to stay back at least 100 metres from the ferries. Photo: B.C. government

Boaters on Arrow Lakes reminded to stay back from cable ferries after close calls

Three or four boats were almost damaged over weekend near Arrow Parks Ferry

  • Jul 21, 2020
Boaters are reminded to stay back at least 100 metres from the ferries. Photo: B.C. government
Sgt. Rupert Sutherland of the CP Rail police was in Nelson this week enforcing trespassing laws on the rail tracks. Photo: Bill Metcalfe

CP Rail ticketing track walkers in Nelson

Crossing the tracks other than at a traffic crossing is trespassing, company says

  • Jul 16, 2020
Sgt. Rupert Sutherland of the CP Rail police was in Nelson this week enforcing trespassing laws on the rail tracks. Photo: Bill Metcalfe
Multiple cannabis shops have been proposed for Nakusp. Photo: Associated Press

Two cannabis shops proposed for Nakusp

Business owners are proposing to build the cannabis shops along Broadway Street W

  • Jul 15, 2020
Multiple cannabis shops have been proposed for Nakusp. Photo: Associated Press
The village staff will look at various options to power the complex. File photo

Village of Nakusp looks to power sports complex with clean or reduced energy

Village staff are currently applying for CBT grant to help complete power project at facility

  • Jul 14, 2020
The village staff will look at various options to power the complex. File photo