$42,000 in illicit nicotine products seized in Castlegar and Nelson
RCMP officers seized about $42,000 worth of illicit nicotine products from two businesses in Castlegar and Nelson during an investigation into the sale of contraband nicotine pouches.
Castlegar mayor Maria McFaddin appointed to lead Forestry Works for BC
Castlegar Mayor Maria McFaddin has been appointed executive director of Forestry Works for BC, moving from municipal leadership into a province-wide forestry organization as her term at city hall nears its end.
Several taken into custody in Robson, Waneta drug-trafficking investigation
Castlegar and Trail RCMP took several people into custody Tuesday while executing search warrants at properties in Robson and near Waneta as part of a joint drug-trafficking investigation.
62-year-old motorcyclist dies in Highway 3 crash east of Castlegar
A 62-year-old man has died after a single-motorcycle crash on Highway 3 east of Castlegar, with police saying early indications suggest the rider encountered wildlife on the roadway.
Castlegar RCMP appeal for information on Kimesha Clarke, last seen Sept. 1
Castlegar RCMP issued a public appeal for help locating 41-year-old Kimesha Clarke after she was reported missing Sept. 1.
Castlegar fishout targets invasive predators in Columbia River
Northern pike suppression continues in the Columbia system, while Christina Lake remains at high risk of establishment
Castlegar council expected to consider fivefold increase in purchasing threshold
Castlegar council is expected to consider a new procurement policy Sept. 8 that would allow senior administrators to approve budgeted purchases worth up to $250,000 without returning to council for a separate vote.
Castlegar arena project could be substantially complete by September 2029
A proposed second arena and indoor walking track at the Castlegar & District Community Complex could reach substantial completion by September 2029 if voters approve the project next year, according to an updated Regional District of Central Kootenay timeline.
Wildfires squeeze West Kootenay SPCA as surrender wait list persists
The BC SPCA’s West Kootenay Community Animal Centre was temporarily holding community surrenders as of Aug. 28, keeping space available as the organization continued responding to animals displaced by wildfires.
Castlegar closes Millennium Park swimming ponds after E. coli readings climb
Two of Castlegar’s natural swimming ponds at Millennium Park have been temporarily closed after routine testing found elevated E. coli levels in part of the pond system.
Sunshine Recycle Store seeks local buyer before September closure
The owners of Sunshine Recycle Store are hoping someone local will step forward to keep the pay-what-you-can shop in Castlegar before it closes at the end of September.
Castlegar considers joining B.C. e-scooter pilot after RCMP warning
Less than two months after RCMP warned that electric kick scooters are prohibited in Castlegar and riders could face fines of up to $598, city council is exploring whether to join the provincial program that would allow their use.
Blasting brings Highway 3A delays near Brilliant through Aug. 21
Motorists travelling between Castlegar and Nelson should expect delays on Highway 3A as blasting continues near the Brilliant rest area.
Castlegar warns of significant bear activity after unusually quiet 2025
The City of Castlegar is warning residents to secure garbage, fruit and other wildlife attractants as significant bear activity is reported in and around the community this year.
Castlegar tests new measures to tackle recurring algae at Millennium Park ponds
The City of Castlegar is testing changes at its Millennium Park swimming ponds this summer as the city works to better understand and address recurring algae blooms at the popular recreation area.