Local News

Suspect leads RCMP on footchase

21-year-old man arrested after leading police on seperate pursuits on Monday.

Jul 18, 2017 9:20 AM Read more >

Smoky Skies Bulletin expanded in Southern Interior

The East Kootenay area was removed from a Smoky Skies Bulletin issued by the Ministry of Environment and Interior Health last Friday, but by Monday was again included in the alert.

Jul 17, 2017 3:07 PM Read more >

Christy King takes helm at East Kootenay SPCA

For the Townsman

Jul 17, 2017 1:32 PM Read more >

Wind warning issued for East Kootenay

Weather forecast has potential to hamper forest firefighting efforts.

Jul 14, 2017 2:20 PM Read more >

RCMP bust marijuana grow op

Police seize up to 300 marijuana plants in operation up Hidden Valley Road.

Jul 13, 2017 5:00 PM Read more >

Fire crews battling small local blazes

Local firefighting unit crews are helping out with fires in B.C. Interior

Jul 13, 2017 3:45 PM Read more >

City, SPCA tweak rules for picking up missing pets

Fees for missing animals can now be paid at Western Financial Place on weekends.

Jul 13, 2017 9:50 AM Read more >

Discounted hotel rooms for wildfire evacuees

Coast Hotels offering support to help ease the burden on evacuees

Jul 12, 2017 9:44 AM Read more >

MLA Shypitka resigns from city council

MLA responsibilities a full time job, while city council duties could create conflicts.

Jul 12, 2017 9:20 AM Read more >

Local collaboration key to preventing large wildfires

Local municipalities, RDEK working together for wildfire prevention.

Jul 11, 2017 3:20 PM Read more >