Local News

Lightning sparks new fires in Castlegar area

New fire on outskirts of Trail too, while stubborn Syringa complex defies firefighters

Sep 12, 2018 9:30 AM Read more >

Crews respond to wildfire near Trail hospital

BC Wildfire Service has confirmed the fire broke out Tuesday afternoon

Sep 11, 2018 5:30 PM Read more >

Renata downgraded to evac alert

Residents can now return to Renata and and the area southeast to Brooklyn

Sep 11, 2018 4:50 PM Read more >

Election UPDATE: Adams and Morrison running again, Stacey returns, plus three newcomers

First-timers Travis Hauck, Jesse Woodward and Brian Shields join the council race

Sep 11, 2018 8:00 AM Read more >

E-cigarette health hazards remain unknown

Interior Health says vaping not safe alternative to cigarettes

Sep 10, 2018 11:24 AM Read more >

UPDATED: John Dooley to run for Nelson mayor

Dooley previously served as Nelson’s mayor for three three-year terms

Sep 10, 2018 10:50 AM Read more >

VIDEO: Monday Roundup

The Star’s weekly news roundup

Sep 10, 2018 10:22 AM Read more >

New B.C. party looks to represent rural voters in next election

Houston councillor Jonathan Van Barneveld says party will be a ‘relentless voice’ for rural towns

Sep 7, 2018 1:38 PM Read more >

Campfire ban remains in place for West Kootenay

No change to order as conditions remain very dry in region

Sep 7, 2018 12:30 PM Read more >

Campfire ban remains for most of Southeast Fire District

BC Wildfire Service lifts campfire ban in some regions after rain and cooler temperatures

Sep 7, 2018 12:00 PM Read more >