FOUND — Cranbrook RCMP seek help finding missing man
Cranbrook RCMP are asking for the public’s help locating a 47-year-old man who was reported missing Monday.
Amshen Joan Phillip, former Penticton Indian Band lands manager and B.C. MLA, dies at 74
Amshen Joan Phillip, the Vancouver-Strathcona MLA who worked as lands manager for the Penticton Indian Band before entering provincial politics, died Aug. 28 at the age of 74.
Giant floating island travels 30 kilometres across B.C. reservoir
A tree-covered floating island roughly the size of two football fields has been found after drifting about 30 kilometres across Williston Reservoir in northeastern B.C.
Police seek witnesses after man stabbed near Lund
Powell River RCMP are seeking witnesses after a 45-year-old man was admitted to hospital with multiple stab wounds following an alleged attack along Highway 101 near Lund.
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
Nanaimo police dog Neon carries RCMP working-dog lineage
Nanaimo RCMP Police Service Dog Neon #1173 is part of a breeding and training program that develops potential police dogs from puppyhood through formal service training.
BC SPCA contest returns with chance to put your pet on a beer can
Four pets will be featured on limited-edition Yellow Dog Brewing labels in the fifth annual fundraiser
Sinkhole risk keeps part of Silica Street closed after Nelson water-main break
The 500 and 600 blocks of Silica Street will remain closed overnight after a water-main break sent water beneath the roadway, damaged the road base and created a risk of sinkholes.
Man wanted for first-degree murder may be travelling in B.C. backcountry
An Ottawa man wanted for first-degree murder may be travelling through or camping in remote areas of British Columbia, according to Ontario Provincial Police.
Small wildfire reported near Mount Kobau in rural Osoyoos
BC Wildfire Service was responding Wednesday afternoon to a small wildfire reported near Mount Kobau in rural Osoyoos.
Kelowna mayor asks Health Canada to deny 2027 supervised consumption site renewal
Kelowna Mayor Tom Dyas is asking Health Canada not to renew the federal authorization for the city’s downtown supervised consumption site after its current exemption expires at the end of the year.
Trail-born Landon Ferraro joins Jets on TSN as analyst
Trail-born former NHL player Landon Ferraro has joined TSN as the new analyst for Winnipeg Jets regional broadcasts.
Chilliwack RCMP renew appeal two years after suspicious death of Tania Langley
Chilliwack RCMP are renewing their appeal for information two years after the disappearance and death of Tania Langley, saying investigators continue to consider the circumstances surrounding her disappearance suspicious.
First phase of KBRH parking upgrades complete as MRI expansion continues
The first phase of parking upgrades at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in Trail has been completed, reopening part of the hospital site while construction continues on a new permanent MRI suite.
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.
Man expected to survive after alleged attack near Lund
A 45-year-old man is expected to survive after an alleged attack along Highway 101 near Lund left him with multiple stab wounds, according to Powell River RCMP. Police said they were contacted Aug. 30 after the man was admitted to hospital.
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.
Kelowna Rockets name Curtis Hamilton GM after Bruce Hamilton’s 35-year run
The Kelowna Rockets have made the first change at general manager in franchise history, promoting Curtis Hamilton to the position after Bruce Hamilton held the job for 35 years.
Boil water notice remains in effect for Riondel
A boil water notice remains in effect for all users of the Riondel Water System after a mechanical failure disrupted operations at the community’s water treatment plant. The Regional District of Central Kootenay issued the notice Aug. 28 because treatment components had to be bypassed.
Okanagan Sun edge Raiders 10–8, stay in pursuit of unbeaten Langley
The Okanagan Sun survived a rain-soaked defensive battle Saturday night, defeating the Vancouver Island Raiders 10–8 at the Apple Bowl to improve to 5–1 on the BC Football Conference season.