Powell River’s name currently reflect a man whose main goal was to assimilate Indigenous people It was first in May 2021 that the idea for Powell River to change its name was brought forward to city officials in the coastal B.C. community. What followed, however, were bureaucratic delays and heightened tension among residents, leaving some wondering if their recommendations toward reconciliation becoming more than just words would ever actually become reality. For Harmony Johnson, changing the name of the community she is from – which currently reflects a man whose main goal was to...…Powell River’s name currently reflect a man whose main goal was to assimilate Indigenous people It was first in May 2021 that the idea for Powell River to change its name was brought forward to city officials in the coastal B.C. community. What followed, however, were bureaucratic delays and heightened tension among residents, leaving some wondering if their recommendations toward reconciliation becoming more than just words would ever actually become reality. For Harmony Johnson, changing the name of the community she is from – which currently reflects a man whose main goal was to...WW…

Spring is the start of gardening season in Canada. Whether you are planning to plant a garden this year or spend the day at an immaculately groomed public garden, this is the time to watch as the plants grow. Or, for those who choose to participate, World Naked Gardening Day is held on the first Saturday of May each year. How much do you know about gardens and gardening? Put your knowledge to the test with these 10 questions. Good luck. READ ALSO: QUIZ: How much do you know about democracy? READ ALSO: QUIZ: How much do you know about Canada’s growing population? READ ALSO: QUIZ: A...… Spring is the start of gardening season in Canada. Whether you are planning to plant a garden this year or spend the day at an immaculately groomed public garden, this is the time to watch as the plants grow. Or, for those who choose to participate, World Naked Gardening Day is held on the first Saturday of May each year. How much do you know about gardens and gardening? Put your knowledge to the test with these 10 questions. Good luck. READ ALSO: QUIZ: How much do you know about democracy? READ ALSO: QUIZ: How much do you know about Canada’s growing population? READ ALSO: QUIZ: A...WW…

Submitted by the Columbia Basin Trust Kaslo Mayor Suzan Hewat is joining the board of directors of Columbia Basin Trust, becoming part of the 12-member board which helps ensure that the organization continues to support the efforts of the people in the Columbia Basin. From Kaslo, Hewat replaces Aimee Watson as the Regional District of Central Kootenay nominee and joins three other new members announced earlier this year: Angus Graeme from Nelson, Karen Hamling from Nakusp, and Christine Hoechsmann from Cranbrook. “We are thrilled to have Suzan join the Board, adding a Basin-focused...… Submitted by the Columbia Basin Trust Kaslo Mayor Suzan Hewat is joining the board of directors of Columbia Basin Trust, becoming part of the 12-member board which helps ensure that the organization continues to support the efforts of the people in the Columbia Basin. From Kaslo, Hewat replaces Aimee Watson as the Regional District of Central Kootenay nominee and joins three other new members announced earlier this year: Angus Graeme from Nelson, Karen Hamling from Nakusp, and Christine Hoechsmann from Cranbrook. “We are thrilled to have Suzan join the Board, adding a Basin-focused...WW…

A six-vehicle collision on Castlegar’s Kinnaird Bridge sent four people to hospital and closed Highway 3 for about seven hours Friday afternoon. The Castlegar Fire Department, RCMP, BC Ambulance and KERPA (Kootenay Emergency Response Physicians Association) all responded to the incident that began around 2:15 p.m. Fire Chief Sam Lattanzio reports that six vehicles were involved, each one with one occupant. There was also a dog in one of the vehicles. Four people were transported to hospital via ambulance with undetermined injuries, according to Lattanzio. The collision is under...… A six-vehicle collision on Castlegar’s Kinnaird Bridge sent four people to hospital and closed Highway 3 for about seven hours Friday afternoon. The Castlegar Fire Department, RCMP, BC Ambulance and KERPA (Kootenay Emergency Response Physicians Association) all responded to the incident that began around 2:15 p.m. Fire Chief Sam Lattanzio reports that six vehicles were involved, each one with one occupant. There was also a dog in one of the vehicles. Four people were transported to hospital via ambulance with undetermined injuries, according to Lattanzio. The collision is under...WW…

HUGS: Many thanks and hugs to R. and S. These two Nelson women combined agility and smarts in ‘rescuing’ a briefcase that had tumbled from the rooftop my car on to Gyro Park Road. You know the logistics! HUGS: A huge hug to the nurses who took such good care of my husband in his last days. Thank you. SLUGS: To the dog walker on Selby Street who leaves poop bags in Prince Philip Park and on the street next to driveways. SLUGS: To the local coffee shop that told (not asked) three of us to leave just at closing time in order to sweep the floor. It was 4 p.m. on a Saturday. Our guest...… HUGS: Many thanks and hugs to R. and S. These two Nelson women combined agility and smarts in ‘rescuing’ a briefcase that had tumbled from the rooftop my car on to Gyro Park Road. You know the logistics! HUGS: A huge hug to the nurses who took such good care of my husband in his last days. Thank you. SLUGS: To the dog walker on Selby Street who leaves poop bags in Prince Philip Park and on the street next to driveways. SLUGS: To the local coffee shop that told (not asked) three of us to leave just at closing time in order to sweep the floor. It was 4 p.m. on a Saturday. Our guest...WW…