Golden Star Staff

Local First World War Veteran George Soles was fortunate to return home.

Ceremony on Monday to honour WW1 contributions

July 28 2014 marks the 100th anniversary of a very significant part of modern history, one that touched the entire world.

Local First World War Veteran George Soles was fortunate to return home.
A smoky haze descended upon Golden on Friday as the result of a pair of forest fires.

Smoke advisory continues through weekend

The B.C. government has continued a Smoke Advisory for Golden and surrounding areas until at least Monday.

A smoky haze descended upon Golden on Friday as the result of a pair of forest fires.
Wil Mimnaugh is performing in the Spirit Square on July 9 with the A-Muse Troupe.

Singer/Songwriter Wil taking to the Summer Kicks stage

Wil grew up listening to the likes of Johhny Cash and Hank Williams and turned that influence into a music career.

Wil Mimnaugh is performing in the Spirit Square on July 9 with the A-Muse Troupe.
RCMP responded to a what proved to be a fatal collision on June 24 east of Golden.

Male found dead on Moonraker trails

The body of a 38 year old Golden resident was discovered on July 2 along the Moonraker trails.

RCMP responded to a what proved to be a fatal collision on June 24 east of Golden.
RCMP responded to a what proved to be a fatal collision on June 24 east of Golden.

Fatal collision east of Golden

One woman has been pronounced dead and three others have sustained injuries as the result of a head on collision east of Golden.

RCMP responded to a what proved to be a fatal collision on June 24 east of Golden.
Police were busy this week with a hit and run and a lost Alberta man, among other files.

RCMP Report: Bad luck for a motorist near Donald

An Olds resident was hit with a double whammy when his car broke down and then was vandalized overnight.

Police were busy this week with a hit and run and a lost Alberta man, among other files.

Alberta girls located in Boston Bar, mother in police custody

Trina Meisel, the mother who abducted her two girls, has been taken into custody and her two daughters are now safe.

Early learning funds now available

Golden’s Early Learning and Care Stakeholder Action Group (ELCSAG) can now apply for the funding they have been waiting for.

Vancouver group Little India will be performing in Golden on May 8.

Rockwater to get taste of Little India

Vancouver’s Little India is coming to Golden for a performance on May 8.

Vancouver group Little India will be performing in Golden on May 8.

RCMP Report: Spillimacheen arsonist has been located

The suspect of an attempted arson in Spillamacheen last week was located a few days later, and is facing charges.

RCMP Report: Wildlife sightings becoming frequent

Spring is here and there has been an increase in reported sightings of wildlife near the highways.

RCMP Report: Scammer claims to be from CRA

Missing phones and fraudulent phone calls were on the docket for the RCMP last week.

RCMP Report: Illegal drugs found with couple after chase

It was a busy week for Golden RCMP that included a car chase and a case of fuel theft that turned into assault.

Kid Mac, an Australian sensation, will be performing at the Rockwater on Mar. 25 as part of a Western Canadian tour.

Kid Mac to play Mar. 25 show in Golden

Australian music sensation Kid Mac is set for a Western Canadian tour which includes a stop at the Rockwater on Tuesday Mar. 25.

Kid Mac, an Australian sensation, will be performing at the Rockwater on Mar. 25 as part of a Western Canadian tour.

RCMP Report: Erratic driver the source of complaints in Golden

An erratic and intoxicated driver was seen driving dangerously around Golden before RCMP located him and issued a roadside suspension.

Stuck snowmobilers spend night at Silent Pass

On Mar. 8 at 3:13 p.m., Golden RCMP received a report of a spot activation with GPS coordinates at Silent Pass.

Lost snowboarder found outside KHMR

On Mar. 8 at 7:31 p.m., Golden RCMP were advised by Kicking Horse Mountain Resort that a male snowboarder had been reported missing.

RCMP Report: Fight at Spirit Square

A Fight, a fire and a fraud were among the calls received by police over the past week.

RCMP Report: Pedestrian assaulted along Kicking Horse River

A male was assaulted last week in the alley behind 9th Ave. N after he was clipped by the side mirror of a pickup truck.

Researchers discover ‘epic’ new Burgess Shale site in Canada’s Kootenay National Park

Massive deposit may be world’s most important animal fossil discovery in decades