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RCMP say the body of a Castlegar man has been found near a truck that went down a steep embankment. File photo

Castlegar man dead after truck goes into embankment

The vehicle was located near a forest service road

RCMP say the body of a Castlegar man has been found near a truck that went down a steep embankment. File photo
This concept drawing shows the planned 13-unit affordable rental housing development now under construction in Castlegar. Illustration courtesy BC Housing

New affordable housing project under construction in Castlegar

The $7.4-million development will provide 13 units for rent

This concept drawing shows the planned 13-unit affordable rental housing development now under construction in Castlegar. Illustration courtesy BC Housing
Conservative Party of BC leader John Rustad spoke at a meet-and-greet in Vernon Friday, July 7, 2023. (Brendan Shykora - Morning Star)

BC Conservative leader John Rustad visiting Castlegar Wednesday

Meet and Greet will take place at Castle Theatre

Conservative Party of BC leader John Rustad spoke at a meet-and-greet in Vernon Friday, July 7, 2023. (Brendan Shykora - Morning Star)
Hibernation Dream, a carved wooden sculpture by Rossland artist Lars Baggenstos has been stolen. Photo: Castlegar Sculpturewalk

UPDATE: Missing bear finds its way back to Castlegar Sculpturewalk

The carved wooden sculpture by a Rossland artist had disappeared

Hibernation Dream, a carved wooden sculpture by Rossland artist Lars Baggenstos has been stolen. Photo: Castlegar Sculpturewalk
42-year-old Michael Allan Struthers of Castlegar has an outstanding warrant for assault.

UPDATE: Wanted Castlegar man may be in the Nelson area

42-year-old Michael Allan Struthers cut off his ankle monitor bracelet

42-year-old Michael Allan Struthers of Castlegar has an outstanding warrant for assault.
Training sessions and a community summit is happening May 15 and May 16.

Two opportunities to learn more about homelessness in the West Kootenay

Training sessions and community summit happening May 15 - 16

Training sessions and a community summit is happening May 15 and May 16.
The Cant Creek fire as viewed from a Krestova home. Photo: Submitted

UPDATE: Human-caused wildfire near Krestova now under control

Cause of fire is under investigation

The Cant Creek fire as viewed from a Krestova home. Photo: Submitted
The 2021 Trozzo Creek wildfire as seen from Lemon Creek. Photo: Joel Pelletier

Two prescribed burns planned for Winlaw area

Burns will take place in the Trozzo Creek and Upper Winlaw areas

The 2021 Trozzo Creek wildfire as seen from Lemon Creek. Photo: Joel Pelletier
RCMP say an alleged threat from a student at Castlegar’s Stanley Humphries Secondary School. Photo: John Boivin

RCMP investigating alleged student threat at Castlegar’s high school

Classes were open Monday at Stanley Humphries Secondary

RCMP say an alleged threat from a student at Castlegar’s Stanley Humphries Secondary School. Photo: John Boivin
Castlegar Courthouse. File photo

Trial date set for Trail man charged with youth sex assault

William Trowell’s trial to begin Aug. 15

Castlegar Courthouse. File photo
(L-R) Tailout’s head brewer Mary Lusty, Humble Bean owners Mike McLellan and Kimberly Mamos, and Hedin Nelson-Chorney, a founder and the general manager of Tailout Brewing have joined forces to create an espresso stout. Photo: Submitted

Castlegar’s Humble Bean Coffee and Tailout Brewery create one popular stout

Two Castlegar businesses have partnered together to create an espresso stout

(L-R) Tailout’s head brewer Mary Lusty, Humble Bean owners Mike McLellan and Kimberly Mamos, and Hedin Nelson-Chorney, a founder and the general manager of Tailout Brewing have joined forces to create an espresso stout. Photo: Submitted
The Stanley Humphries Secondary School Class of 2022 marches to their commencement ceremony. Photo: Betsy Kline

Students graduating Grade 12 in SD20 on par with provincial average

87 per cent of students who began Grade 12 in September 2021 graduated within the same academic year

The Stanley Humphries Secondary School Class of 2022 marches to their commencement ceremony. Photo: Betsy Kline
The 2023 Fun Trolloppet ski event was held on Sunday, January 22 with almost 200 participants! After a two-year hiatus with Covid, there was lots of interest. The day was grand as the weather and sunshine could not have been any better. Blue skies and lots of smiles. We had five categories from the 2km Tiny Trolls, 8km Mega Trolls to the 20km Bronze, 30km Silver, and 40 km Gold. And as usual, the Viking troll was there to start the race. The Castlegar Nordic, Ski Society would like to thank our many sponsors. Mallards Source for Sports. No frills. Safeway. Kootenay Market. Kootenay Valley Water. Canadian Tire. Tim Hortons And, of course, a big shout out to our many volunteers that helped with registration, endless amounts of great baking, and just being there to cheer on the skiers! Thank you!

Castlegar Ski Club’s Troll Loppet roars back to life

Castlegar Nordic Ski Club hosts 200 skiers for cross country event

The 2023 Fun Trolloppet ski event was held on Sunday, January 22 with almost 200 participants! After a two-year hiatus with Covid, there was lots of interest. The day was grand as the weather and sunshine could not have been any better. Blue skies and lots of smiles. We had five categories from the 2km Tiny Trolls, 8km Mega Trolls to the 20km Bronze, 30km Silver, and 40 km Gold. And as usual, the Viking troll was there to start the race. The Castlegar Nordic, Ski Society would like to thank our many sponsors. Mallards Source for Sports. No frills. Safeway. Kootenay Market. Kootenay Valley Water. Canadian Tire. Tim Hortons And, of course, a big shout out to our many volunteers that helped with registration, endless amounts of great baking, and just being there to cheer on the skiers! Thank you!
Adult zebra and quagga mussels are approximately 3 cm in length. Photo courtesy of Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society

West Kootenay waterbodies remain free of invasive mussels

265 samples were taken from area lakes and rivers

Adult zebra and quagga mussels are approximately 3 cm in length. Photo courtesy of Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society
Bree Blackstaffe and her dog. Photo: Submitted

UPDATE: Trail police say missing woman has been found

Bree Blackstaffe is safe, according to RCMP

Bree Blackstaffe and her dog. Photo: Submitted
Black Press file photo

RCMP investigating attempted murder after Montrose explosion leaves man with life-threatening injuries

Man left with life-threatening injuries — RCMP bomb and forensics teams assisting in investigation

Black Press file photo
Nanaimo RCMP say a firearm allegedly used in a shooting Monday, Aug. 2, has been found and a suspect charged with attempted murder remains in custody. (News Bulletin file photo)

Castlegar man killed by tree at Rossland golf course

A 100-foot tall tree struck a Castlegar man

Nanaimo RCMP say a firearm allegedly used in a shooting Monday, Aug. 2, has been found and a suspect charged with attempted murder remains in custody. (News Bulletin file photo)
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Krestova man arrested after lengthy standoff with police

The man is accused of discharging a firearm and fleeing police

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RCMP are investigating a potential kidnapping attempt near Castlegar. Photo: Phil McLachlan

RCMP looking for man who invited Castlegar-area child into vehicle

The incident occurred on Waterloo Road in Ootischenia

RCMP are investigating a potential kidnapping attempt near Castlegar. Photo: Phil McLachlan
Castlegar courthouse

Trail man chooses trial by judge in youth sex assault case

William Trowell appeared in Castlegar court June 29

Castlegar courthouse