Family of Burnaby senior killed by stray bullet appeals for information
The family of an 85-year-old Burnaby man killed by a stray bullet inside his home is appealing for anyone with information about the shooting to come forward, after investigators said they had identified a group of youths believed to have been involved or to know what happened.
East Kootenay ranchers testing virtual fencing on Crown range
A Sept. 17 field day at Thibeault Ranch will give producers a look at virtual fence technology being tested under East Kootenay grazing conditions.
Kamloops RCMP renew appeal two years after injured man found roadside
Kamloops RCMP are renewing a public appeal for information more than two years after a man was found seriously injured beside a highway and later died.
Nelson launches Fruit Tree Week to reduce wildlife attractants
Nelson residents are being encouraged to pick ripe fruit, clear fallen produce and share excess harvests as the city prepares for Fruit Tree Week next week.
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.
RDCK approves $79,851 groundwater study in Goat River watershed
The Regional District of Central Kootenay has approved a $79,851 study examining how groundwater beneath the Goat River watershed is connected to streams and other surface water.
Drag racing set for Grand Forks Airport Sept. 26
Drag racing is scheduled for Grand Forks Municipal Airport later this month, with the Grand Forks Drag Race set for Saturday, Sept. 26.
Grizzly identifies five geophysical anomalies near historic Greenwood mines
Grizzly Discoveries has identified at least five geophysical anomalies around the historic Mother Lode, Greyhound and Sunset mining areas near Greenwood, and the company is seeking permits to test several of them with drilling this fall.
Kelowna RCMP seek information after stabbing near Dilworth Drive
Kelowna RCMP are asking witnesses and anyone with video to come forward as investigators work to identify a suspect in a roadside stabbing that left one person seriously injured Thursday night.
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.
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.
Big White spending more than $1 million on beginner-area upgrade
Big White Ski Resort is spending more than $1 million to expand its Happy Valley beginner area ahead of the 2026/27 ski season, including a new covered conveyor lift for skiers and snowboarders learning on the mountain.
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.