Jessica Schwitek

Destination BC changing its approach, could affect Golden

Destination BC has released a whole new strategy to best serve B.C.'s tourism industry.

CPR working with Transport Canada to improve rail safety

The Conservative government has unveiled a new set of rules aimed at improving rail safety in Canada.

Council discusses where to put saved funds

The Town is getting a bit of budget relief for 2015, after a one-year funding agreement was reached to use $275,000 from EOF for the pool.

Zoe Zawadzki, left, and Skye Trerice sit on Dana Hudson’s lap for a nursery rhyme at the Golden Early Years Centre during the Mother Goose program, which meets every Friday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Early Years Centre hosting grand opening as programs continue

Golden's Early Years Centre is hosting its grand opening celebration on Friday Oct. 17.

Zoe Zawadzki, left, and Skye Trerice sit on Dana Hudson’s lap for a nursery rhyme at the Golden Early Years Centre during the Mother Goose program, which meets every Friday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

RCMP Report: Suspected local drug dealer arrested

After an investigation that has been ongoing since April of this year, a search warrant was executed on a local drug house.

The new LED sign outside of the Golden and District Arena is up and running, and will let people know what is going on at the facility.

Arena gets makeover

Some of the users of the arena have already kicked off their seasons, and there have been a few changes to the facility this year.

The new LED sign outside of the Golden and District Arena is up and running, and will let people know what is going on at the facility.
The design for the four-sided information kiosk follows the timberframe, green roof, and rock bottom facade of other community structures.

Golden’s info kiosk being built in Kumsheen

The four-sided structure, which is part of Golden’s RMI Visitor Sign Program, will show residents and tourists what is going on in town.

The design for the four-sided information kiosk follows the timberframe, green roof, and rock bottom facade of other community structures.
Usage was up at the Golden Municipal Swimming Pool this year, and Town Council is hoping that the CSRD will provide some cost sharing.

Town asks CSRD to share pool costs

Golden’s Town Council examined the funding model for the Golden Municipal Swimming pool at the last regular meeting.

Usage was up at the Golden Municipal Swimming Pool this year, and Town Council is hoping that the CSRD will provide some cost sharing.

Community loses a public servant

The Town of Golden gets ready to say goodbye to Golden Fire Chief Ken McClure.

Finance committee recommends increase in water/sewer rates

The increase will help boost the water and sewer reserves, which will help the Town apply for federal infrastructure grants.

CBT staff answer questions at their first engagement session in Golden last week.

CBT asks Golden where their priorities lay

The Columbia Basin Trust kicked off a year long engagement process in Golden last week with their first open house.

CBT staff answer questions at their first engagement session in Golden last week.

Apology goal of Restorative Justice

Sometimes you need an apology to move on, and a Golden organization aims to help both offenders and victims do just that.

Ukulele player James Hill will be opening the Live Kicks series with a concert at the Golden Civic Centre on Sept. 25.

Live Kicks opens with the ukelele

The first Live Kicks performance of the season will feature a Canadian artist who has brought the simple ukulele to new heights.

Ukulele player James Hill will be opening the Live Kicks series with a concert at the Golden Civic Centre on Sept. 25.
Students, faculty, and community members came out for a welcome barbecue at the College of the Rockies Golden Campus on Sept. 4.

COTR program supports a growing need for healthcare workers

Healthcare assistants are in high demand in our community, and the COTR is bringing in a program to train locals to fill that need.

Students, faculty, and community members came out for a welcome barbecue at the College of the Rockies Golden Campus on Sept. 4.

Town and CSRD renew short-term Arena contract

Golden Town Council has decided they would like to renew their Rec Centre operating contract with the CSRD for six months.

Council Notes: Highway Corridor Enhancement project delayed

The Highway Corridor Enhancement project, the largest Resort Municipality Project Golden has undertaken, has been delayed for another year.

Strategic priorities highlighted in Town of Golden’s quarterly report

Not everything the Town of Golden accomplishes is visible to the community, but a quarterly report highlights the Town's achievements.

Town of Golden examining its public assets

Town Council has directed staff to look into divesting from two public assets - the COTR House and Wixon House.

A new and improved plaque has been placed on the Golden Cenotaph honouring those who served and died for their country. The plaque was officially unveiled at a ceremony marking the 100th anniversary of the First World War. From left, CAO of the Town of Golden Jon Wilsgard, Director of the Golden Museum Colleen Palumbo, Bill Ewing with the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 122, and Susan Poland of Mount 7 Monuments.

Golden marks 100 year anniversary of WW1

The new plaque on the Golden Cenotaph has been unveiled just in time to honour the 100th anniversary of the First World War.

A new and improved plaque has been placed on the Golden Cenotaph honouring those who served and died for their country. The plaque was officially unveiled at a ceremony marking the 100th anniversary of the First World War. From left, CAO of the Town of Golden Jon Wilsgard, Director of the Golden Museum Colleen Palumbo, Bill Ewing with the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 122, and Susan Poland of Mount 7 Monuments.

Council Notes: WildSafe BC proposes new contest

WildSafe BC co-ordinator Sarah Osadetz went before Council last week presenting her idea to help motivate residents to be more responsible.