“Perceptions,” by Gerry Warner Op-Ed Commentary Was it all just a lie? It’s hard to avoid thinking that when you consider all the sawmill closures…
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Elkford unveils first public art piece
The District of Elkford June 29 unveiled the first piece of public art in the district. Local glass artist Katherine Russell’s eagerly awaited piece ‘Pass…
Fresh fires but better news on the wildfire fighting front
A little bit of rain and more good news on the wildfire fighting front in the East Kootenay today. The 1,550-hectare wildfire in the White…
New lightning-caused wildfires reported in region
Seven new wildfires were started yesterday and overnight by lightning in the East Kootenay, while a couple of other fires expanded in size. There is…
Island Pond fire 75% contained
The Island Pond wildfire is now 75% contained reported the BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) this morning. The 11-day old wildfire is now listed as 1,073…
A plea to those backcountry-bound
e-KNOW Editorial By Ian Cobb This is the worst wildfire season in British Columbia since 1958. And we’ve still got six to eight weeks of…
Island Pond fire spreads to 1,150 ha
The Island Pond fire 12 km south of Canal Flats has expanded to an estimated 1,150 hectares. Today, BC Wildfire Service personnel are working on…
31 fires burning in Southeast Fire Centre
BC Wildfire Service personnel have been responding to 31 active wildfires throughout the Southeast Fire Centre. Although some of these wildfires are visible from surrounding…
SAR called out twice in less than 18 hours
The Kimberley Search and Rescue teams were called out Thursday just after 7 p.m. for a missing person and again Friday around noon for assistance…
Regulatory changes to angling management
Regulatory changes to Kootenay angling management announced today will help ensure a quality fishing experience, reduce crowding on popular rivers and support trout conservation, says…