MP David Wilks wants you to know he made an error
By David F. Rooney MP David Wilks wants constituents to know that he made an error when he announced a major spending package for Parks...
Logging accident claims a local man's life
An industrial accident during logging operations near the Laforme Creek Bridge on Highway 23N has claimed the life of a 66-year-old local man. The incident...
Lieut.-Col. Mason Stalker charged with 10 sex-related offences
By David F. Rooney Decorated soldier Lieut.-Col. Mason Stalker has been charged by the Canadian Forces National Investigation Service (CFNIS) with 10 sex-related offences including...
Mounties seeking a stolen truck
Revelstoke RCMP were alerted to a suspicious adult male attempting to steal an older model truck last Friday, July 24. The Mounties responded immediately to...
In Pictures & Video: The 2015 Garden and Art Tour
By David F. Rooney The third Garden & Art Tour, a brilliant collaboration between the Local Food Initiative, the North Columbia Environmental Society and the...
Obituary Notice — Margaret Jane “Peggy” Norberg 1923 – 2015
Peggy’s life was defined by her strength and grace. Born in Revelstoke British Columbia, on October 6, 1923, Peggy grew up with her Mom...
Reader says a new access road could kill two birds with one stone
Here is what I think should happen with this proposed development on the highway: Negotiate exchange of land with developer ( orange for green on...
Sexy health includes knowing your HIV status
The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) is partnering with Interior Health on a campaign that aims to destigmatize HIV and AIDS and encourage all...
My off-the-grid summer: Changing habits
Author’s Note: This summer I have gone off the electrical grid and am living almost fossil fuel free (I have allowed myself a fossil-fuel...