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Conifer trees at Rossglen Park were removed by city staff due to safety concerns. (Jim Bailey photo)

Rossland council briefs: from fallen trees to STRs, residents share concerns

The next council meeting in Rossland will be held on August 10 at Miner’s Hall

 

A view from the top of Red Mountain Resort near Rossland. Photo: Submitted

Rossland council rescinds STR motion at Red Mountain

Public voices concerns over council motion to make changes to short term rentals at RED

 

Kamloops Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson. (KTW photo)

Kamloops city council dissolves standing committees

Move comes after mayor personally chose members of the public in spring

  • Jul 12, 2023

 

WHY Resources address Rosslanders concerns over Record Ridge mine proposal at Mining Development Review Committee Meeting. Photo: Jim Bailey

WHY announces mitigation changes to Record Ridge Mining project

WHY: no blasting, no truck traffic and no fugitive dust and noise in new Record Ridge mine proposal

WHY Resources address Rosslanders concerns over Record Ridge mine proposal at Mining Development Review Committee Meeting. Photo: Jim Bailey
Kamloops Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson. (KTW photo)

Kamloops councillor apologizes for letting false accusation rip about mayor

Mayor Hamer-Jackson falsely accused of making joke about farting at business association dinner

  • Jun 28, 2023
Kamloops Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson. (KTW photo)
Kamloops Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson. (KTW photo)

Kamloops mayor launches lawsuit against councillor

Reid Hamer-Jackson said previous statement by council damaged his reputation

  • Jun 15, 2023
Kamloops Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson. (KTW photo)
The Rossland Curling Society will celebrate its 125th anniversary this year. Photo From the Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre collection.

City and Rossland Curling Society agree to 5-year lease

Rossland Curling Society can plan for the long term as it celebrates its 125th season

The Rossland Curling Society will celebrate its 125th anniversary this year. Photo From the Rossland Museum & Discovery Centre collection.
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Rossland council sends letter of concern to Mines minister

City asks for full WHY Resources mining application and for Mining minister to address concerns

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Former councillor John Buckley (second from the right) and dozens of his fellow Harrison Hot Springs residents look over and discuss the updated proposal for development at 511 Lillooet Avenue. Buckley resigned effective immediately on Monday, June 5. (Observer File Photo)

Harrison councillor resigns as turmoil with new leadership continues

The multi-term councillor cites conflict with mayor as reason for departure

Former councillor John Buckley (second from the right) and dozens of his fellow Harrison Hot Springs residents look over and discuss the updated proposal for development at 511 Lillooet Avenue. Buckley resigned effective immediately on Monday, June 5. (Observer File Photo)
Rossland residents are invited to a public input session on the 5 Year Financial Plan at Miner’s Hall April 17.

Rossland invites public input on 5 Year Financial Plan

Give feedback for 5-year financial plan at CoW meeting Monday, April 17 at Miner’s Hall at 5 p.m.

Rossland residents are invited to a public input session on the 5 Year Financial Plan at Miner’s Hall April 17.
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Harrison councillors pass no-confidence vote against mayor, alleging ‘illegal’ meetings

Mayor Ed Wood called it a ‘calculated ambush’, called for public hearing

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About 40 residents turned out to Rossland City Council on Monday, Feb. 6 to voice concern of recent legal decision over development permits. Photo: Jim Bailey

Rossland taxpayers ask mayor and councillor to resign

Resignation request not met, but disgruntled residents made their point at Monday’s council meeting

About 40 residents turned out to Rossland City Council on Monday, Feb. 6 to voice concern of recent legal decision over development permits. Photo: Jim Bailey
Rossland’s Centennial Trail

Grooming on Rossland’s Centennial Trail back on track

City to rent snowmobile and groomer from Black Jack Ski Club for the 2022-2023 winter season

Rossland’s Centennial Trail
Rossland snow enthusiasts Jay and Amy Houle enjoyed sliding and skiing on the ever-popular Centennial Trail this past Sunday. The city is looking to get the go ahead for a groomer, but has been unable to groom the trail this winter. The 40-cm of snow that fell last month caused access issues, but reports are that the trail has been packed down and is now accessible for all users. Photo: Jim Bailey

Rossland’s Centennial Trail to go ungroomed indefinitely

City looks to purchase suitable machine for scheduled grooming of popular Rossland trail this winter

Rossland snow enthusiasts Jay and Amy Houle enjoyed sliding and skiing on the ever-popular Centennial Trail this past Sunday. The city is looking to get the go ahead for a groomer, but has been unable to groom the trail this winter. The 40-cm of snow that fell last month caused access issues, but reports are that the trail has been packed down and is now accessible for all users. Photo: Jim Bailey
Kamloops Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson.Dave Eagles/KTW

Kamloops mayor recuses himself from entire council meeting citing conflict of interest

Reasons unknown by city council, staff

  • Dec 6, 2022
Kamloops Mayor Reid Hamer-Jackson.Dave Eagles/KTW
The city is asking Rossland residents to look at the first draft of the Recreation Master Plan and provide feedback through a survey and upcoming workshops. Photo: Jim Bailey

City of Rossland seeks input for Recreation Master Plan

Rossland releases first draft of Recreation Master Plan, provides survey and feedback opportunities

The city is asking Rossland residents to look at the first draft of the Recreation Master Plan and provide feedback through a survey and upcoming workshops. Photo: Jim Bailey
An invested crowd of Rossland voters showed up to the RSS Gymnasium for the Candidates Forum on Oct. 5. Rossland’s elections official has released a report on 2022 municipal election. (Jim Bailey photo)

Rossland election report recommends electronic voting

Elections official Cynthia Anonuevo released the Election Officer Report at council Nov. 7

An invested crowd of Rossland voters showed up to the RSS Gymnasium for the Candidates Forum on Oct. 5. Rossland’s elections official has released a report on 2022 municipal election. (Jim Bailey photo)
Rossland council met for the last time on Oct. 11 at the Miners’ Hall. Front: Mayor Kathy Moore. Back from left: Councillors Janice Nightingale, Dirk Lewis, Terry Miller, Stewart Spooner, Andy Morel and Chris Bowman.

Rossland city council signs off

Council members attended their last meeting Oct. 11, making way for the newly elected members

Rossland council met for the last time on Oct. 11 at the Miners’ Hall. Front: Mayor Kathy Moore. Back from left: Councillors Janice Nightingale, Dirk Lewis, Terry Miller, Stewart Spooner, Andy Morel and Chris Bowman.
Rossland council voted to go with RDKB choice of critter resistant bins, and revisit the communal bins recommended by Bear Smart Task Force in future. Photo: Jim Bailey

Rossland council makes decision on RDKB Curbside Organics Project

Bear Smart Task Force advises against curbside pick up, asks for communal bins

Rossland council voted to go with RDKB choice of critter resistant bins, and revisit the communal bins recommended by Bear Smart Task Force in future. Photo: Jim Bailey
The UBCO campus tower is still planned for 46 storeys. (UBCO graphic)

Make way: 46-storey campus housing tower gets green light in Kelowna

Council passed the newly created CD28 zone making way for the tower

The UBCO campus tower is still planned for 46 storeys. (UBCO graphic)