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Friday, Feb. 28, 2014 Vol. 4, No. 9
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Sofiella Watt & HuckleBerr y Jim
Philippine Relief Fundraiser
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Sat . Mar 1 at Expressions Cafe
Fri. Feb 28 at Rod and Gun Club
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“If we were a wanky wine label, we would read something like this: ...a motley mix of winsome folk, bruised with blues and infused with banjo, with heady jazz notes, a hint of country, and spicy gypsy undertones.” Sofiella Watt & Huckelberry Jim
Calendar of events
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Coming up at Expressions Cafe see page 10-11
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Members of the Filipino community have generously offered to prepare a traditional meal for the event. As the event has gained momentum, the Lion’s Club of Nelson has charitably offered to give their support to the good cause.
RCMP News: Deadly Avalanche see page 12 Editorial: City of Nelson’s B-day see page 14
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Sofiella Watt and Huckleberry Jim Saturday, Mar. 1, 7:30 p.m. 554 Ward St, Expressions Cafe
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Sophie Watt will play with her partner, Huckleberry Jim this Saturday, Mar. 1
Sofiella Watt is a 23 year old singer/songwriter, self taught guitarist and banjo plucker, waitress, vagrant, hedonist. Hailing from the wilderness of the Manning Valley in Australia, she has been spreading her blues infused folk music up and down the coast for some years now. She returned to complete a second EP “To Friends Of The North Wind� in June this year. As soon as recording was finished Sofiella hit the road with her musical pirate man, Jimmy Maher, and so was born Sofiella Watt and Huckleberry Jim. https://www.facebook.com/ events/223058467897551/
An evening with Harry Manx
Philippine Relief Fundraiser
Friday, Feb. 28, 6-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Mar. 8, doors 7:30 p.m. Rod and Gun Club, Nelson Capitol Theatre, Nelson Inspiration for the fundraiser originated from two LVR students, Keegan Schuh and Galen Boulanger. Keegan and his family were deeply concerned when seven members of his family living in the Philippines went missing following the devastating typhoon that hit the island nation this past November. The event motivated Keegan to initiate the fundraiser to assist the victims of the typhoon. “The tragedy initially received a great deal of publicity, but sadly it seems to have almost been forgotten about. Our main goal with this fundraiser is really to raise awareness that the devastation still exists.� facebook event
Zumba dance party fundraiser
Harry Manx coming to Capitol
Saturday, March 1, 4 - 6 p.m. Harry Manx has been dubbed an Rod and Gun Club, 801 Railway St “essential link� between the music Please join in for a Zumba Dance Party Fundraiser in support of the of East and West, creating musical Kukua Pamoja Project. Two hours of short stories that wed the tradition of sassy, sweaty Zumba fun, club style! the Blues with the depth of classical KP is a Nelson-Nairobi initiative that Indian ragas. His unique sound is offers free recreational programming bewitching and deliciously addictive to youth and children in Nairobi’s to listen to. Blend Indian folk melodies slums. Doors open at 4 p.m.,and the with slide guitar blues, add a sprinkle buildingTickets community are since 1988 class goes until 6 p.m.. $20 in advance and $25 at the door. of gospel and some compelling VIP passes can also be bough in grooves and you’ll get Manx’s unique advance to secure the first two rows “mysticssippi� flavour. It’s hard and to receive a special VIP gift bag! to resist, easy to digest and keeps For more information on the project audiences coming back for more. please check out our fb page: http://harrymanx.com facebook event contact Jamie Makena: tickets here jamiemakena@gmail.com
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Sunday, Mar. 9, 7 p.m. John Ward Coffee
Saturday, Mar. 8, doors at 6:30 p.m. The Old Church Hall, 602 Kootenay Nelson Women’s Centre is combining two powerful events to create what is sure to be an amazing and inspiring night: One Billion Rising and International Women’s Day. Join us for dance, song, spoken word, and more! IWD celebrates the social, political and economic achievements of women, and focuses energy on the work still to be done to reach equality. Tickets $10-$20 sliding scale, $15photo submitted $40 for families. Geordi Campos info@nelsonwomenscentre.com The Nelson Poetry Slam is planning 250-352-9916 a benefit to send our champion, Geordi One Billion Rising Facebook Campos, to the Individual Canadian Championships. This will be our first Quebec Charter of Values year of participating in the “Indies.” Come to hear our regular two round Tuesday, Mar. 4, 7 p.m. Slam plus featured performances by 719 Vernon St next to the Civic Samuel Stevenson, Elena Banfield, The Nelson branch of the Centre Magpie Ulysses, and Geordi Campos. For Inquiry (CFI) will be hosting an This will be a chance to hear Nelson’s informational session and discussion finest performance poets in one evening. on Quebec’s Charter of Values.What As always, the Slam will be a fun and is the intersection between freedom moving event for young and old. There of religion and human rights? The will be no open mike this month. Poets Centre For Inquiry is a charitable wishing to “slam” must bring two original organization that promotes secular poems. Suggested entrance donation $5 humanism, critical thinking and free $10. All proceeds go Geordi’s trip. inquiry.Admission by donation. Look 250-366-4337 us up on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/ groups/cfi.westkootenays/
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On tour throughout the West Kootenays, the Vancouver based duo of Marcus Goddard, trumpet and Candy Siu, piano and organ will perform at St. Saviour’s Pro-Cathedral as part of the Selkirk Pro-Musica Concert Series. https://www.facebook.com/ events/839919239357850/
Mardi Gras Supper Tuesday, Mar. 4, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Josephine and Silica St Nelson United Church Men’s Group is hosting its annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper. All are welcome! $8/person, $20/family, children 5 and younger are free. Enjoy pancakes/syrup and delicious berries. Two short acts of live music will close this fun dinner. www.nelsonunitedchurch.ca or phone 250-352-2822
Winter Family Fair Sunday Mar. 9, 12-4 p.m. Touchstones Nelson Come in from the cold and get your creative juices flowing! Make unique crafts inspired by the current exhibitions: Found: The Art of Re-Use and Good Medicine: Nelson’s Healthcare History. www.touchstonesnelson.ca
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The Deadline for applications is Friday, Mar. 28 Is your organization planning an exciting project within the next year that would really benefit this community? Osprey Community Foundation distributes grants to local organizations to support the great work they are doing. This year’s grant application guidelines and forms are now online. Applicants must be registered charities or sponsored by ‘qualified donees‘ as defined by Revenue Canada. applications: www.ospreycommunityfoundation.ca
Mental Health update Mental health was one of the top social issues identified by the community in the “Ideas into Action” survey. SPAN sat down and had a conversation with members of the Nelson Police Department to talk about dealing with mental health issues and their efforts to introduce Car 87 here in Nelson. Please visit spannelson.ca or Facebook.com/spannelson to read the full article and join the conversation with your comments.
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A big thank you to Tom Atkins and the Nelson and District Credit Union from all the LVR thespians and dancers! The financial support helped to bring professional artists into our school community through the Artstarts program. Thanks to the commitment and inspired work of the British clowning duo of Aaron Malkin
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The Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance (CKCA) invites members of the arts, culture and heritage community in the Columbia Basin to join its volunteer Steering Committee. The Committee consists of 14 members: six from the West Kootenay, five from the East Kootenay, one from the Valemount area and two from the Heritage sector. Nominees to the Steering Committee must have a strong background in arts, culture or heritage, should have experience in working on boards/committees and must understand the needs and issues of the sector in order to develop funding programs/policies and adjudicate proposals. Members are expected to attend at least two meetings per year in various locations in the Basin. Deadline for arts council nominations is 5 p.m. PDT, Monday, March 24 www.basinculture.com
Call for friends of Kootenay Lake D o you love Kootenay L a k e ? Are you a community member who wants to be a local leader in water stewardship? The Friends of Kootenay Lake (FOKL) invites community members to be a part of their volunteer Lake Advisory Council. The mission of FOKL is to protect the fish and wildlife habitat of Kootenay Lake while supporting economic, recreation and traditional uses. Applications are due Saturday, March 15. To apply please send your resume/bio with a brief statement explaining why you would like to take part in the Lake Advisory Council to our Program Manager at: info@friendsofkootenaylake.ca www.friendsofkootenaylake.ca
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What’sHappening Nelson & Area: Fri. Feb 28 - Sun. Mar 9 lll
Live Music
Fri. Feb 28 lllRequest DJ. Finley’s
Irish Bar and Grill
lllMark Berube, early
show. Ash Grunwald, late show at Spirit Bar
llFilipino Feast at Rod and Gun Club, 6:30 p.m. tickets Eddy Music, Otter’s Books. Philippine Relief Fundraiser
llChris Hedges, 7 p.m. the Brilliant Cultural Centre, Castlegar for a special evening with Pulitzer prize-winning journalist www.selkirk.ca/mir
lExpressions night Cafe, open 6 p.m. 554 Ward St. Coffee. cupcakes lSocial Dancing at Finleys
6:30-8:30 p.m. Mixed playlist by Peter, no cover or Clinton Swanson & Friends lWomen of all ages get together to knit, crochet lace, make rugs & more. Women’s Centre 10-1 p.m. lMovie: Gravity, 7:30 p.m. at Civic Theatre lGender Outlaws, a support and social group for trans and gender diverse folks. 250-354-5362.
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lllMinus The Czar Cd Release Show, With Guests Chinese For Travelers And Wayner, 8 p.m. 308 Hall St lllBlues Brews and BBQ, 7 p.m. Eagles Hall 641 baker street Featuring blues music by Kelly Fawcett, Lazy Poker Blues Band, Jon Burden, Aardvark Unplugged, and Clinton Swanson. Proceeds go to keeping Jumbo Wild. Tickets $18. lllZumba Dance Party Fundraiser! 4 - 6 p.m. Rod and Gun Club, 801 Railway Street Nelson. In support of Kukua Pamoja Project l l l The 3rd Annual DanceFusion Showcase 2 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. Capitol Theatre l l Mountain Montessori Preschool OPEN HOUSE, Hume
Elementary School, 310 Nelson Ave. Room 306, 10 - 1 p.m.
lllSigma (UK Drum and
Bass), 10 p.m. Spirit Bar
2 p.m., followed by Live Broadcast of the Oscars at Civic Theatre lFirst Baptist Church, 611 5th St., Nelson. A Family Friendly Service at 10 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Scott Simpson
lExpressions night Cafe, open 6 p.m. 554 Ward St. Coffee. cupcakes Oscar Gala, 7 p.m. at Civic Theatre
lNelson Chess Club meets: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nelson’s Senior Association, 717 Vernon St. All ages welcome
at 4 p.m.
Sun. Mar 2 lllNiko at the Hume Library
Lounge. 6 p.m. to 10p.m.
Tues. Mar 4 lllDoug and Melody 6 p.m.
The Library Lounge
llNelson United Church Pancake + Fruit Dinner. 5:30 p.m., Street. Phone 1-888-761-3301. $8 a person, $20 family, 5 or youngDivine purpose, serving commu- er free nity developing relationships llQuebec Charter of Values l St. Saviour’s Anglican What is it about? 7 p.m. 719 Vernon Service: 10:30 am. All Welcome. next to the Civic Theatre Ward & Silica, 250-352-5711 l Indoor Radio Control lSt. John’s Lutheran Church Helicopter and small plane flying.
Service. 10 a.m. All are welcome. 602 Silica St. 250-352-2822.
lMovie: “Nelson Hustle” pre-
anyone! Tim 250-825-9694 or John 250-352-6892
l Kootenay Christian Fellowship at 10:30 a.m. 520 Falls
llSlopes for Hope Ski-a-thon,
“Everest-style” at Whitewater
Ongoing Events
ll’Til Death - The Six Wives lQi Gong at the Nelson of Henry VIII :Monster Theatre. 8 Seniors Centre 719 Vernon 10:30 p.m. Capitol Theatre Season pre- a.m. $3 drop-in sentation. $25 l Heritage Harmony lMovie: Ernest and Celestine, Barbershop Chorus. Welcoming
Service. Everyone welcome to 4p.m. worship. 321 Silica St. 250354-3308.
l St. Saviour’s Anglican Church Food Pantry, 701 Ward lMeat Draws at Nelson Legion. Street (Silica Street entrance) 9- 3:30p.m., in beverage room with 11am. Everyone welcome. Karaoke after. 250-352-7727. Sat. Mar 1 lCathedral of Mary Immaculate l l l Sofiella Watt & Mass, Nelson at 7 p.m. Huckleberry Jim perform at lSacred Heart Mass, Kaslo Expressions Cafe, 554 Ward St. 7:30 p.m. $10-$15 donation
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lUnity Centre of the Kootenays
Seniors 51 – 717 Vernon St. 11 a.m. Contact – 250-354-5394 lCribbage at the Legion beverage room, 12:45p.m. 250-352-7727.
lAscension Lutheran Church
Service 10:15a.m. Rosemont Elementary. All are welcome. 250352-2515. lCathedral of Mary Immaculate Mass, Nelson at 8:30 a.m and 10:30 a.m. lSacred Heart Mass, Proctor 2nd and 4th Sunday at 1 p.m.
All ages welcome, Central School 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. $5 Gym fee lMovie: 12 years a Slave, 7:30 p.m. at Civic Theatre lRotary Club of Nelson Daybreak meet every week at 7 a.m. at the Hume Wed. Mar 5r lllOpen mic night at Expressions Cafe, 554 Ward st. 6 - 10 p.m. Coffee,tea, gourmet hot chocolate. 250-354-3910
lllKalle Mattson with guest El Gordo, at The Special, 810 Silica St. Doors at 7:30, $10 lllPaul Landsberg at the Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m.
llMeeting of Senior Citizens Br. 51 at 717 Vernon St., 10:30 A.M. All Seniors Welcome lNelson Duplicate Bridge Club
Mon. Mar 3 lllSarah & Rich at the meets 7 p.m. in The Nelson Senior Library Lounge. 6 p.m. to 10p.m. Citizens Building, 717 Vernon St lScottish Country Dancing
l l l Dawna (HarpPixie) lllKaraoke at Finley’s Irish McLennan, Patrick Bonin & Friends Bar and Grill 9 p.m. entertain at Ellison’s Cafe Acoustic l l Mini Masterpieces - 7 - 9 p.m. Call 250-359-7545 or Unplugged Sessons from 1-3 p.m. Monster Theatre, 2 p.m. A Capitol 250-352-1863 Kids presentation
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l l Rotary Daybreak’s Wed. Mar 5 continued International Tasting Faire & lNelson Tech Club: for elec- fundraiser at Prestige; 5:30 p.m.. tronic hobbyists and Arduino enthusiasts to meet and work on International project fundraiser. projects. every Wednesday 6pm Tickets in advance at Cottons, -Annex, Selkirk `10th St Campus. BCAA,KCF New members welcome. small lExpressions night Cafe, open 6 facility fee, first visit free.http:// www.nelson-tech- club.info/ email info@nelson- tech-club.info
lLearn to make a QUILT with Susan Foot at the Women’s Centre 9-11.45 call 551-4951 lStitch it up! Learn to use a sewing machine, alter clothes, mend, put on a zipper. FREE 9 a.m - noon at the Women’s centre.
p.m. 554 Ward St. Coffee. cupcakes lMovie: at Civic Theatre lQi Gong at the Nelson United Church 602 Silica St 10:30 a.m. $3 drop-in
lLadies Target Shooting.
No experience needed. Contact Angela onthetarget@hotmail.com
for more info & to book a space lNelson Women’s Centre. DroplBC Government Retirees
monthly luncheon at the Hume Hotel, noon, the first Wednesday of each month. For information call 250-7051.
l Overeaters Anonymous Meeting, Community First Medical Clinic, 518 Lake Street, Nelson, noon - 1 p.m., 250-354-4105
lNelson Women’s Centre
Drop-in. Noon - 4p.m. Free clothing and food. 420 Mill St. 250352-9916. lGirls’ Night with MargaretAnn at the Youth Centre. 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. 608 Lake St. ph. 250-3525656. lDarts at the Nelson Legion. 7:30p.m. 250-352-7727. lNelson & Area Elder Abuse Prevention Resource Centre. Wednesdays from 12 - 2pm 719 Vernon St. Phone 250-352-6008. www.nelsonelderabuseprevention.org
Thurs. Mar 6 lllKiyo & Guests at the
Library Lounge. 6p.m. to 10 p.m.
in. Noon - 4p.m. Free clothing and food. 420 Mill St. 250-352-9916.
lKootenay Quilters Guild
every first and third Thurs of each month. - 10 a.m. at Christie-Lees Hall, Radio Ave u
Fri. Mar 7 lllRequest DJ. Finley’s
Irish Bar and Grill
lllPickwick w/ Dirt Floor at Spiritbar, 9 p.m. lExpressions night Cafe, open 6 p.m. 554 Ward St. Coffee. cupcakes
lSocial Dancing at Finleys
6:30-8:30 p.m. Mixed playlist by Peter, no cover or Clinton Swanson & Friends lWomen of all ages get together to knit, crochet lace, make rugs & more. Women’s Centre 10-1 p.m. lMovie: at Civic Theatre lGender Outlaws, a support and social group for trans and gender diverse folks. 250-354-5362.
l St. Saviour’s Anglican Church Food Pantry, 701 Ward Street (Silica Street entrance) 911am. Everyone welcome. Sat. Mar 8 lllAn Evening w/ Harry Manx - Live at the Capitol Theatre, 7:30 p.m. lllNelson Waldorf School presents in concert: Stephanie Dufresne, singer/songwriter, March 8, 6-7:30 p.m. Eurythmy Hall, 10$ llOne Billion Rising for International Women’s Day! 7 p.m. at Old Church Hall, 602 Kootenay St. Nelson l l French ExtraMarket Marché French Extra. French culture will be yours to experience! 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Hart Hall, 501 Ward Street, Admission by donation llNorth Valley Mountain Film Fest, 6 p.m. Silverton Memorial Hall lExpressions night Cafe, open 6 p.m. 554 Ward St. Coffee. cupcakes lMovie: at Civic Theatre lNelson Chess Club meets: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Nelson’s Senior Association, 717 Vernon St. All ages welcome lMeat Draws at Nelson Legion. 3:30p.m., in beverage room with Karaoke after. 250-352-7727. lCathedral of Mary Immaculate Mass, Nelson at 7 p.m. lSacred Heart Mass, Kaslo at 4 p.m.
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llNelson Poetry Slam and Benefit, featuring Geordi Campos. 7 p.m.. John Ward Coffee. llWinter Family Fair at Touchstones Nelson, 12 - 4 p.m. lMovie: at Civic Theatre lCribbage at the Legion beverage room, 12:45p.m. 250-352-7727. lFirst Baptist Church, 611 5th St., Nelson. A Family Friendly Service at10 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Scott Simpson
l Kootenay Christian Fellowship at 10:30 a.m. 520 Falls Street. Phone 1-888-761-3301. Divine purpose, serving community developing relationships
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Saviour’s Anglican
Service: 10:30 am. All Welcome. Ward & Silica, 250-352-5711 lSt. John’s Lutheran Church Service. Everyone welcome to 4p.m. worship. 321 Silica St. 250-354-3308.
l Nelson
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Service. 10 a.m. All are welcome. 602 Silica St. 250-352-2822.
lUnity Centre of the Kootenays
Seniors 51 – 717 Vernon St. 11 a.m. Contact – 250-354-5394
lAscension Lutheran Church
Service 10:15a.m. Rosemont Elementary. All are welcome. 250352-2515. lCathedral of Mary Immaculate Mass, Nelson at 8:30 a.m and 10:30 a.m. lSacred Heart Mass, Proctor 2nd and 4th Sunday at 1 p.m.
Sun. Mar 9 lNelson Vineyard Church: 10 lllNiko at the Hume Library a.m., 2402 Perrier Lane. Bring someLounge. 6p.m. to 10p.m. thing to share at our potluck brunch. lllKaraoke at Finley’s Irish Guests and children always welcome. 250-509-0151 or nexvine@telus.net Bar and Grill 9 p.m.
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ExpressionsNightCafé This week: a duo from ‘down under’ and Sarah Calvert returns They have strange names but they amazing musicians; Sofiella Watt and By Nelson Becker Huckleberry Jim will be playing at Expression Cafe this Saturday, Mar. 1, 7:30 p.m.. They are incredibly joyful and present us with a very unique sound. They are both singer-songwriters; she plays the guitar and he plays the banjo. Their style is a blend of folk, blues, jazz, and a bit of country. This is sure to be a delightful evening not to be missed! Facebook event for Sofiella and Jim Back for a return engagement, is Sarah Calvert. She used to live here in Nelson and her sociability and creativity has made her a lot of friends in the area. She is a relentless singer-songwriter who travels across the country spreading her artistic poetry
everywhere she goes. Catch her live performance on Thursday, Mar. 13, 7:30 p.m. at Expressions Cafe. Sarah’s facebook event Last week was a successful one with support for Stacey Lock on Friday evening, with performances by Dave Scanlan and friends. Stacey even showed up with love for everyone! On Saturday night we had a multi-gender evening organized by TransConnect. In a coffee-house atmosphere, the night unfolded with musical performances, poetry, art, and stories. It was truly a heartfelt evening. It didn’t stop there, on Monday night Dan Frechette showed up to entertain us with his incredible guitar and harmonica playing and musical poetry. When he comes back again, which I’m positive he will, be sure to catch his talented performance!
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Dan Frechette played a beautful set last Monday night at Expressions Cafe
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THURSDAY Mar. 27, doors open 7 p.m. Red Haven gypsy/jazz
Friday Mar. 28 doors open 7 p.m. Motes and Oats Saturday, Mar 29 - 6 p.m. open for coffee & desserts
Sunday Mar. 30, doors open 7 p.m.
Jake Ian, country star
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Emergency 911 NPD - Non Emergency (250) 354-3919 RCMP- (250) 352-2156 Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-8477
RCMP News: one dead in avalanche On Sunday, February 23, at 1 p.m. the Salmo RCMP and Search and Rescue were dispatched to the top of the Kootenay pass as four skiers were skiing in the Lightening Strike Ski area and two of the skiers got caught in an avalanche. A 27 year old female and a 27 year old male suffered severe injuries as a result of being caught in the avalanche. Sadly, the 28 year old male passed away while on scene at
the avalanche. A rescue operation was conducted with the use of a helicopter and many Search and Rescue personnel. The 27 year old female was removed from the scene and transported to the Trail Regional Hospital with serious injuries. All four skiers are from the Nelson area. Search and Rescue was able to make the area safe for a team to enter and recover the body of the 28 year
A 37 year old Lillooet man is in Police custody after an incident that occurred in downtown Castlegar in the early evening hours of Tuesday, Feb. 18. It is believed that the male was travelling through Castlegar on his way to Lillooet. RCMP received several calls of someone in the neighbourhood driving a vehicle intentionally into cars that were parked in peoples’ driveways. The male driver then abandoned his car on a lawn and was standing nearby. When a few people tried to approach him, he pulled a knife and waved them off. When Police arrived, the male still had the knife in his possession. He eventually dropped the knife very close to his feet. The male was sprayed with OC spray, and after a significant struggle, he was taken into custody. One officer suffered a shoulder injury while attempting to place the male in the police car. No other witnesses
or Officers were injured. The male steel door was pried open. Suspects was taken to hospital to receive medical gained entry into the business and stole attention, however he suffered no injury. a truck that was parked outside the bay A small quantity of what is believed to area. The truck was loaded up with rivet be Meth was located on the male, and tools, generators and various other expena significant quantity of marijuana was sive tools, and then it departed the scene. also located and seized. Police are looking for a 2007 White Ford It was learned that the male had F350 Crewcab. The truck has a tidy driven his vehicle into a business, and tank and dry box. There were no licence a detached residential garage. He also plates on it when stolen, however, there struck a parked van and pushed it into the is decaling on the side doors that says garage door of the residence where it was “Maglio Installations and B40.” parked. He also struck a parked SUV RCMP Forensic Identification at a neighbouring property, forcing it to Services attended the scene for examihit the residence where it was parked. nation. Castlegar RCMP continue to Extensive property damage was incurred investigate the incident. There have been Sudoku Classic sk9E000013 as a result of this incident. Difficulty Level - Easy no arrests made to date. Sometime during the evening of Police are asking the public to report Friday, Feb 21 and the early morning any information they may have conhours of Monday, Feb. 24 a business cerning this break, enter and theft to located in the 100 block of Hughes Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or the Road, Castlegar, BC, was broken into. Castlegar RCMP at 250-365-7721. Investigation has revealed that the rear Submitted by Castlegar RCMP
old male. A helicopter had also been used to assist Search and Rescue in the recovery. The 27 year old male was transported to Trail hospital where the coroner is investigating. The 27 year old female is still in hospital. As the avalanche risk is very high in this area, police are advising to stay out of the back country Cpl Bellman Salmo RCMP
RCMP News: Mischief, weapons, drugs, B&E
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Opinion&Editorial My Opinion
Winter Safety
Although winter will most likely be over in the next month or so, it’s important to not test the elements and to rely on good judgment as well as a few safety tips. The following tips are pretty standard fare but they are also used far less then they should be, the people who don’t use them can end up as an unfortunate statistic. Being well dressed is probably the most important tip that I can think of. Even if you spend most of the days indoors, it’s still
Letters and submission Policy and Guidelines
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important to dress warmly if you encounter some sort of mishap along the way. One of the possible mishaps could be due to unsatisfactory winter tires, so get a reliable pair of tires before hitting the road. Basic tips but tips that people seemingly forget. It’s simple, don’t put it off and prioritize it. By doing so you put the risk of suffering an accident off by a significant percentage. Stay safe even if winter is nearly through, and please be careful. We can’t afford to have any more accidents.
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Happy Birthday to the City of Nelson!
By Nelson Becker
Since March 4 is our birthday, why don’t we truly acknowledge it and create a nonstat holiday “Nelson Day.” Lets celebrate
ourselves. We were born in 1897. The Post Office demanded that we have name chosen for ourselves by a certain date. Two family’s were debating of which of their names we would take on. As
the debate raged on the deadline passed and the Post Office named us after the least controversial person at the time. The first Lieutenant Governor of BC, Hugh Nelson. I’m not sure he was ever in our town.
What is it about Nelson that you would like to celebrate?
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Last week’s survey response: What is stopping you from buying an electric vehicle? 73.7% Cost 5.3% Style 10.5% No local dealers 10.5% No local service
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the cost extends to the whole cost accounting of manufacturing electric cars--everything I read says they have a huge negative carbon footprint. As well as the cost of electricity--my hydro bill has gone up 300% since I wired my house, I certainly don’t want the extra charge of a car. And how can hydro if its generated from nucular,coal, or IPP be considered green? Presently, my gasoline bill for my efficient toyota is about $100/month and my insurance is the same. My insurance for a new prius would be a lot more. We need major fixits on the oil/tarsands industry as well as more solar/wind innovations. I need a small four wheel drive with
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They do not come in 4-wheel drive models. They do not have the power to tow an RV. Destinations are too far for a charge No public charging
payments under 500 month Can’t find one in Canada I am a senior on a low fixed income thus a new car of any kind is out of the question. I own an older car which has the best in low emissions. As I see the federal government subsidizing big car manufacturing in Canada I am appalled. That money could go to electric/solar cars and infrastructure. I am interested, and when there are more in the area, I’d look into it. The average person/family who are living paycheque to paycheque couldn’t /can’t afford to buy an electric vehicle.
I wonder if they have enough h/p Battery recycling issues I drive too much for work 4wd All of the above
I am not completely convinced they are so “green” when you look at how much energy is used just to make them by the time all the parts are shipped worldwide plusthe batteries are a huge issue for recycling I don’t want to own two vehicles. I can make do with an e-bike for local travel in the summer, but still need a vehicle for driving to far away places (Vancouver or Spokane, etc.) I hope the car co-op will buy one and people can save money by finding alternate ways to charge it such as microhydro or solar. Also we have plenty of hydro-electric electricity.
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