Salmon Arm Observer

Four people test positive for COVID-19 at Shuswap long-term care facility

Letter from operator of Salmon Arm's Hillside Village says outbreak does not mean family members sick

Salmon Arm pharmacist reports being asked about ivermectin for COVID-19

Mike Huitema said it's not the first unproven treatment he's had inquiries about during pandemic

  • Sep 2, 2021

‘Such a big deal’: Three key Salmon Arm groups commit to making culture count

Agreement signed to help make culture play bigger role in economic development, social planning

COVID-19 outbreak declared at Hillside Village in Salmon Arm

Interior Health made the Sept. 1 declaration, no further information released yet

People against B.C.’s vaccine card protest along Highway 1 in Salmon Arm

Many gathered between 3rd and 5th Street SW, others seen at different spots on Trans-Canada Highway

Wildfire southwest of Salmon Arm sees no growth

Heavy equipment operators were building a fire guard at the Lisa Creek fire Sept. 1

  • Sep 1, 2021

Council agrees to extend Salmon Arm Downtown Farmer’s Market through winter

Shuswap Food Action would like to hold winter market every second Saturday beyond Thanksgiving

Delayed replacement of Shuswap Street sidewalk in Salmon Arm now set for autumn

New sidewalk put on hold in 2020 budget in order to save funds during pandemic

Trails reopen in Shuswap areas where wildfire danger diminished

Hikers are advised to check closures on Recreation Sites and Trails BC website

As COVID numbers rise, Salmon Arm council urges residents to get vaccinated

Elected officials provide a number of reasons for citizens to opt for the vaccine

Salmon Arm businesses react to B.C.’s vaccine passport system

Some businesses worry for workers who will be enforcing passport, while others won't enforce it

  • Aug 28, 2021

‘Beyond belief’: Decision made to remove unauthorized work at historic Shuswap fire lookout

Salvageable material at Eagle Pass lookout to be saved for possible future restoration project

Punk rock legends D.O.A to serve up hardcore classics for Shuswap brewery gig

Crannóg Ales welcomes back Joey Keithley and company for Sept. 26 concert

SASCU Rec Centre in Salmon Arm selected to host seniors’ fitness programs

Free Choose to Move program begins in September, ActivAge in October

Size of wildfire group in Shuswap leads to creation of ‘small city’ within a city

BC Wildfire spokesperson calls Salmon Arm Fire Camp an 'absolutely fantastic site'

Asking businesses to enforce vaccine card is too much, says South Shuswap chamber

Chamber says businesses are already struggling with restrictions, impact of wildfires

Plans for bicycle pump track in Salmon Arm park rolling ahead

City makes progress on ramps for Canoe's Jackson Park, bike track in Blackburn Park

RCMP report mailbox thefts in Salmon Arm, Blind Bay

Police say there was a possible witness to the Blind Bay theft

  • Aug 26, 2021

Shuswap entrepeneur’s business blossoms in downtown Salmon Arm

Blush + Blossom's Amy Butler loves the downtown vibe and community

Letter: Shuswap student’s letter on climate change an inspiration

Writer says federal government must sponsor transition program for workers in fossil fuel industry

  • Aug 25, 2021