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(Paul Henderson/ Chilliwack Progress)

Kootenay real estate market returning to pre-pandemic normal

Market was “over-stimulated” during pandemic years

(Paul Henderson/ Chilliwack Progress)
It’s time to manage attractants as bears begin to emerge from hibernation. Bulletin file

Bears are beginning to emerge from hibernation; time to bear-proof your yard

Bears will be emerging from their dens very soon, and some already…

It’s time to manage attractants as bears begin to emerge from hibernation. Bulletin file
While most Lower Mainland routes don’t require winter tires past March 31, anyone heading north or into the Interior should keep them on until April 30. Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure file.

Most drivers in B.C. should keep winter tires on vehicles until April 30

Spring is here, but Road Safety at Work’s Shift Into Winter campaign…

While most Lower Mainland routes don’t require winter tires past March 31, anyone heading north or into the Interior should keep them on until April 30. Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure file.
While most Lower Mainland routes don’t require winter tires past March 31, anyone heading north or into the Interior should keep them on until April 30. Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure file.

Most drivers in B.C. should keep winter tires on vehicles until April 30

Spring is here, but Road Safety at Work’s Shift Into Winter campaign…

While most Lower Mainland routes don’t require winter tires past March 31, anyone heading north or into the Interior should keep them on until April 30. Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure file.
A 100-kilowatt electric vehicle charging unit has been added to the EV charging site in Clinton behind the village office. (Photo credit: BC Hydro)

Kootenay residents buy electric vehicles on pace with Lower Mainland

Credit given to rural governments for championing Acclerate Kootenays

A 100-kilowatt electric vehicle charging unit has been added to the EV charging site in Clinton behind the village office. (Photo credit: BC Hydro)
Gary Boyle. Photo submitted

Spooky Eyes: Backyard Astronomy

By Gary Boyle - The Backyard Astronomer The night sky is a…

Gary Boyle. Photo submitted
The latest snow basin measurements from the B.C. River Forecast Centre.

East and West Kootenay snow packs 84% of normal

Both the East and West Kootenay snow packs are at 84 per…

The latest snow basin measurements from the B.C. River Forecast Centre.
Basin youth at a previous summit in Valemount. CBT file

Kootenay youth invited to register for CBT Youth Leadership Summit

Summit is set for Kimberley in May

Basin youth at a previous summit in Valemount. CBT file
Kimberley Alpine Resort won the $50,000 grand prize in the Mackenzie Top Peak contest in 2022. Kimberley Alpine Team photo.

Mackenzie Top Peak ski community contest launches 2023 version

Last year, Kimberley tied for first, and Fernie placed fourth in national contest

Kimberley Alpine Resort won the $50,000 grand prize in the Mackenzie Top Peak contest in 2022. Kimberley Alpine Team photo.
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Police determine no offence took place in Fernie/Sparwood transit bus incident

All release conditions lifted

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The Wycliffe Conservation Complex is one of the first four focal areas of Kootenay Connect where significant conservation and restoration work has been completed to protect species at work. Photo by Dave Quinn

Kootenay Connect to receive extended funding for conservation programs

Species at risk in the Kootenays will continue to be helped by…

The Wycliffe Conservation Complex is one of the first four focal areas of Kootenay Connect where significant conservation and restoration work has been completed to protect species at work. Photo by Dave Quinn
Enercheez (Nelson), finalist for the Best Innovation Award 2019. Photo courtesy Small Business BC

Nominations open for Kootenay entrepreneurs to compete for $40,000 in prize money

Nomination period for Small Business BC Awards now open

Enercheez (Nelson), finalist for the Best Innovation Award 2019. Photo courtesy Small Business BC
The coal mining town of Sparwood, B.C., is shown on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh

B.C. First Nation says unique deal gives it veto power over proposed coal mine

Yaq’it?a·knuqi ‘it to regulate and review the Crown Mountain coking coal project near Sparwood

The coal mining town of Sparwood, B.C., is shown on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
Muddy debris could be harbouring the larvae of the invasive Zebra Mussel or invasive plant seeds. (East Kootenay Invasive Species Council photo)

B.C. ice fishers asked to carefully clean equipment to avoid spreading invasive species

Seeds and larvae can hide on ice augers and other fishing gear

Muddy debris could be harbouring the larvae of the invasive Zebra Mussel or invasive plant seeds. (East Kootenay Invasive Species Council photo)
The South Country Trails and Recreation Association is improving the West Jaffray trail system and purchasing equipment with support from Columbia Basin Trust.

Columbia Basin Trust supports trail improvements and trail-crew jobs throughout the region

Columbia Basin Trust is supporting trail projects throughout the Kootenays. Some trails…

The South Country Trails and Recreation Association is improving the West Jaffray trail system and purchasing equipment with support from Columbia Basin Trust.
Kimberley Search and Rescue remind you that there is no charge for a rescue. File photo

Search and Rescue recommends that you pack provisions when you head out

Search and Rescue guides two people and dog back to Kimberley after they were stranded

Kimberley Search and Rescue remind you that there is no charge for a rescue. File photo
Numerous travel advisories and incident reports dot the Drive BC map of the Kootenays today.

Treacherous road conditions throughout Kootenays Tuesday

The East Kootenay is especially dangerous with freezing rain

Numerous travel advisories and incident reports dot the Drive BC map of the Kootenays today.
Extreme cold this week has stalled several lifts at Kootenay ski hills. Kimberley Alpine Resort file

Extreme cold has many lifts shut down at Kootenay ski hills

Weather forecast is for warming temperatures so all should be back to normal by the weekend

Extreme cold this week has stalled several lifts at Kootenay ski hills. Kimberley Alpine Resort file
The Kootenay real estate market is settling into more normal sales numbers after very busy pandemic years. Association of Interior Realtors - Kootenay Branch chart.

Kootenay real estate market settles down post-pandemic

After a frenzied market the last few years, sales are dipping and inventory is up

The Kootenay real estate market is settling into more normal sales numbers after very busy pandemic years. Association of Interior Realtors - Kootenay Branch chart.
Highland Dancers at Garden View. Submitted photo

Highland dance group performs at Kimberley’s Garden View

Dancers of Hali Duncan and Liela Cooper spread a little Christmas cheer…

Highland Dancers at Garden View. Submitted photo
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