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RDCK considers study of Creston Valley farmland potential

The Regional District of Central Kootenay wants to take a closer look at how much more agricultural production could be possible in the Creston Valley.

Garry Jackman seeks another term as RDCK Area A director

Garry Jackman is seeking a fifth term as Regional District of Central Kootenay Area A director, after nearly two decades representing the East Shore on the regional district board.

Forrest Demman enters Area A’s first contested race since 2008

Forrest Demman is looking at the next 10 years through the eyes of his three children as he runs to represent the East Shore.

Province to hear inland ferry service concerns

Kootenay communities pushing for stronger protections for inland ferry service may soon get face time with the province.

RDCK to examine response options for rural encampments

The Regional District of Central Kootenay will take a closer look at what role it can play in responding to rural homeless encampments.

RDCK approves new pay, travel rules for directors

The Regional District of Central Kootenay has approved a series of changes to how directors are compensated and reimbursed for meetings, travel and professional development.

RDCK advances planning work for new Goat Canyon park

The Regional District of Central Kootenay is moving ahead with a $100,000 budget amendment to begin technical assessments on a property in Creston that may be developed into a regional park.

RDCK weighs Rotacrest Hall office plan amid pushback

The future of Creston’s Rotacrest Hall remains uncertain as the Regional District of Central Kootenay considers converting the site into office space. 

Creston RCMP reports sharp rise in calls across the Valley

Repeat offenders and a surge in seasonal crime have continued to strain Creston RCMP resources.
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Brittny Anderson looks to build on six years as Kootenay Central MLA

B.C. NDP MLA Brittny Anderson is seeking a third term representing Kootenay Central, with housing, health care and environmental protection among her priorities if re-elected.

August free of drug-related deaths in Kootenay-Boundary

Nobody died due to toxic drugs in the Kootenay-Boundary in August, according to figures from the BC Coroners Service.

BC Greens’ Nicole Charlwood hopes third time is the charm in Kootenay Central

The BC Green candidate for Kootenay Central says she is running again because she has the trust of the electorate and party staff, and is a "known quantity" in the riding.

B.C. NDP pledges millions for clean energy and climate programs

The B.C. NDP is promising millions of dollars in new investments in clean energy and climate programs if re-elected, while warning a Conservative government would roll back environmental protections. 

First Nations leaders call on B.C. Conservatives to drop candidate over alleged residential school denialism

First Nations leaders are calling on the B.C. Conservatives to remove a candidate over allegations of residential school denialism.
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