John White

LGBTQ health disparity study in B.C. leads to surprise finding

LGBTQ health disparity study in B.C. leads to surprise finding

Suicidal thoughts and attempts go down by half for straight males in schools with GSAs.

LGBTQ health disparity study in B.C. leads to surprise finding
Dr. Elizabeth M Saewyc, RN, FSAHM

John White: Bullying leaves deep scars behind

One boy, in particular was merciless in his torment of the smaller boys in our grade

Dr. Elizabeth M Saewyc, RN, FSAHM
De-escalation and communication are the best ways of preventing neighbour-to-neighbour bullying. (Octavian Lacatusu/Oak Bay News)

John White: Bullying leaves deep scars behind

One boy, in particular was merciless in his torment of the smaller boys in our grade

De-escalation and communication are the best ways of preventing neighbour-to-neighbour bullying. (Octavian Lacatusu/Oak Bay News)
Letter: Fall Fair stunt show should have had netting

Letter: Fall Fair stunt show should have had netting

I am writing this letter to express my disappointment over the Global FMX Motocross Stuntshow.

Letter: Fall Fair stunt show should have had netting
John after his first two shifts in 30 years. He’s holding his smartphone because of course he is. (Chelsea Novak/Rossland News)

John White: Is the smartphone really so smart?

Walk with me for a bit and have a listen to an old man's rantings.

John after his first two shifts in 30 years. He’s holding his smartphone because of course he is. (Chelsea Novak/Rossland News)
John after his first two shifts in 30 years. He’s holding his smartphone because of course he is. (Chelsea Novak/Castlegar News)

John White: Is the smartphone really so smart?

Walk with me for a bit and have a listen to a middle-aged man's rantings.

John after his first two shifts in 30 years. He’s holding his smartphone because of course he is. (Chelsea Novak/Castlegar News)
Letter: Thanks to local business for support

Letter: Thanks to local business for support

Robson Community School and Twin Rivers Elementary School wish to thank Mitchell's Building Supply.

Letter: Thanks to local business for support
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John White: Hitting the ice after 30 years

It's been 30 freakin' years since I've played hockey in an organized and meaningful fashion.

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The Selkirk College Saints began their exhibition season this past weekend with a home-and-home against the Eastern Washington University Eagles. On Friday night in Cheney, Washington, Dallas Calvin scored the overtime winner to give the visiting Saints a 3-2 victory. On Saturday night at the Castlegar & District Recreation Centre, the Saints dominated the game from the opening whistle and came away with an 8-1 thrashing of the Eagles. Veteran Saints forward Derek Georgopoulos carries the puck up the ice in Saturday’s contest. (Selkirk College)

Selkirk College Saints warming up for regular season

The Selkirk College Saints began their exhibition season this past weekend.

The Selkirk College Saints began their exhibition season this past weekend with a home-and-home against the Eastern Washington University Eagles. On Friday night in Cheney, Washington, Dallas Calvin scored the overtime winner to give the visiting Saints a 3-2 victory. On Saturday night at the Castlegar & District Recreation Centre, the Saints dominated the game from the opening whistle and came away with an 8-1 thrashing of the Eagles. Veteran Saints forward Derek Georgopoulos carries the puck up the ice in Saturday’s contest. (Selkirk College)
File photo of ATV. (Submitted)

Off-road vehicle restrictions still in effect

BC Wildfire is reminding the public that the operation of ORVs on Crown land is prohibited.

File photo of ATV. (Submitted)
John holds his hand-made custom bowl from Soup For the Cultured Soul. (John K. White/Castlegar New file)

John White: Taking stock after six months at the helm

I've managed to surpass the six month milestone as regional editor for Black Press.

John holds his hand-made custom bowl from Soup For the Cultured Soul. (John K. White/Castlegar New file)
Photos by Derek Carr, Planet Eater.

Perfect conditions for rock at Metalfest

The smoke from the forest fires was parted for exactly the dates of the Armstrong Metalfest.

Photos by Derek Carr, Planet Eater.
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Letter: Another vote for weekly garbage pickup in Castlegar

Further to Mr. Carter's letter of last week, the majority of people I talked to all have concerns and great dissatisfaction about dirty garbage being picked up only once every two weeks during months of June, July, August and September.

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Matthew Liszt has been selected for the U23 Canada Rugby Team. He’s pictured here playing for the Vancouver Rowing Club against UBC last spring. (Submitted)

Castlegar rugby alumnus on Team Canada

A Castlegar rugby alumnus has been selected for the U23 Canada Rugby Team.

Matthew Liszt has been selected for the U23 Canada Rugby Team. He’s pictured here playing for the Vancouver Rowing Club against UBC last spring. (Submitted)
A letter written by the murder victim to her new boyfriend, from the Serial podcast series. (Serial)

John White: Podcasts keep the wheels turning

I had the pleasure of driving from Castlegar to Edmonton (and back) last weekend.

A letter written by the murder victim to her new boyfriend, from the Serial podcast series. (Serial)
A letter written by the murder victim to her new boyfriend, from the Serial podcast series. (Serial)

John White: Podcasts keep the wheels turning

I had the pleasure of driving from Castlegar to Edmonton (and back) last weekend.

A letter written by the murder victim to her new boyfriend, from the Serial podcast series. (Serial)

Castlegar Fire reminds residents to cut grass, vegetation

Castlegar Fire Department reminds you to ensure grass and vegetation is trimmed and disposed of.

Gord Turner: Enjoying those backyard diversions

Gord Turner: Enjoying those backyard diversions

Suddenly a sparrow lands and, without anxiety, proceeds to peck at tiny seedlings on my deck.

Gord Turner: Enjoying those backyard diversions

BBB warns of charity scams related to wildfires

Thousands of British Columbians have been forced from their homes due to the massive wildfire activity in the province.

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Metal Tech Alley campaign generating results

New startups, new investment and new jobs are already on the scoreboard.

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