Something for just about everyone in the Tories' 2015 budget
By David F. Rooney The federal Conservatives’ 2015 budget has a number of items that will be of interest to the people of Kootenay Columbia...
Stella-Jones modifies its road deactivation plans
Stella-Jones, acting on comments made by members of the public who attended a September 24 open house, has modified its plans to deactivate a...
A few news briefs you may find interesting
Earth Day is coming up on April 22 and if you’d like to get your hands dirty by helping out our local environment come...
The bears are coming, lock up your trash!
Failure to lock up your garbage could result in a fine from the Conservation Officer Service, says Bear Aware Coordinator Sue Davies. Under section 33.1...
So, Mr. Mayor… what did you do on your vacation in China?
By David F. Rooney Mayor Mark McKee is a man with some interesting hidden depths. Believe it or not he'd probably be very happy unearthing...
The arts, education, trail building and economic diversification top Revelstoke's priority list
By David F. Rooney Support for local arts and culture, improved local post-secondary education, recreational trail building and economic development topped the list of Revelstoke...
Hydro offers instant rebates
BC Hydro is offering instant rebates on select ENERGY STAR® LED bulbs and lighting fixtures that will help people save money in the long...
Immunization drive seeks to protect all kids
With about 29 per cent of children within its jurisdiction lacking immunizations by their second birthday, Interior Health is pushing parents to do the...
Big Eddy Bridge closure next Thursday
The Big Eddy Bridge will be closed to all vehicular and pedestrian traffic on Thursday, April 30, from 7 am until 2:30 pm so...
The Roxy Theatre has been sold
By David F. Rooney The Roxy Theatre, one of Revelstoke’s major cultural institutions, has been sold. Carl Rankin sold the iconic, 78-year-old theatre on February 27...