Jessica Schwitek

Western Financial donated $5

Western Financial helps purchase first path light

The Town of Golden has found a sponsor to partner with for the first solar-powered lights to be put on the Rotary Trail along the dyke.

Western Financial donated $5
Mayor Ron Oszust

Golden’s financial plan draws little commentary

The Town of Golden’s five-year financial plan has spent a couple weeks in the public eye with almost no feedback to speak of.

Mayor Ron Oszust

Exciting opportunities at COTR campus

The next semester of classes at COTR is well under way, and there’s some exciting things going on at the Golden campus.

The Parent Advisory Council’s bottle drive was a huge success. Pictured are a few of the dozens of volunteers who flocked to Golden Transfer to sort the massive haul.

Bottle drive exceeds expectations of PACs

Although the dollar amount raised is not yet tallied, upwards of 60 volunteers can be assured that their efforts were worth while.

The Parent Advisory Council’s bottle drive was a huge success. Pictured are a few of the dozens of volunteers who flocked to Golden Transfer to sort the massive haul.
Isabelle Thibeault of Chatter Creek lodge hands over a donation to Nick Comstock

Chatter Creek raffle goes towards GADSAR equipment

GADSAR is looking at the purchase of a big ticket item that would allow them to perform prolonged CPR.

Isabelle Thibeault of Chatter Creek lodge hands over a donation to Nick Comstock

Council discusses future of the Rec Plex

The future of the Mount 7 Rec Plex has been a tough one for Town Council to come to grips with.

Ting Yeun and Paul Morel established their gallery in Nelson in 2007 but have since brought their talents to Golden.

Art Rush Gallery making an impact

Art Rush Gallery hasn’t been in Golden long, but the owners say it has grown roots and flourished in the community.

Ting Yeun and Paul Morel established their gallery in Nelson in 2007 but have since brought their talents to Golden.
Paul Desgranges

Arts and music culture drew ‘Pablo Euphoria’ to settle in Golden

Whether it’s a full seated concert in the Civic Centre or a nighttime band playing in a pub, music is part of the culture here in Golden.

Paul Desgranges
George Ross flew Hellcat planes for the British Navy in the Second World War. After training in Canada

Second World War pilot recalls flying Hellcats near Burma

At age 17 he was not eligible for active duty in the British Navy, but George Ross signed up anyway.

George Ross flew Hellcat planes for the British Navy in the Second World War. After training in Canada

New CBT priorities include childhood development

Last year the CBT embarked on their largest community engagement project to date, where the organization determined its next five years.

Council Notes: Golden location has been chosen for CSRD compost site

Ben Van Nostrand with the CSRD was in town last week to talk to Town Council about the CSRD’s Solid Waste Management and Recycling programs.

Council Notes: Electrical upgrades at campground deemed not feasible

The operators of the Golden Municipal Campground had approached Town Council requesting a partnership to upgrade the facility’s electricity.

Bears

WildSafeBC seeing success in youth education

WildSafeBC co-ordinator Sarah Osadetz is still working hard with locals to keep wildlife conflicts as low as possible during this time.

Bears
There’s some construction at the Nicholson Fire Hall to add two new bays.

Nicholson Fire moving towards stronger service for community

If you've driven by the Nicholson Fire Hall recently, you've probably noticed some work going on.

There’s some construction at the Nicholson Fire Hall to add two new bays.
Last year’s Single Track 6 earned high praise for Golden’s trail network

Golden getting its own signature event

After hosting a successful stage of 2014's Single Track 6 event, Golden will be getting its own signature event beginning in 2016.

Last year’s Single Track 6 earned high praise for Golden’s trail network

Opinion: Strategic Voting

Strategic voting is getting a lot of attention this election...across the country but particularly in the Kootenay Columbia riding.

Visitor centre will remain open despite rumours

It was a busy summer for the tourism industry here in Golden, but rumours still swelled over the future for the BCVC on the highway.

A group of local teachers for the group Schooled Ya won the Trivia Challenge during the Columbia Basin Alliance For Literacy’s (CBAL) Literacy month.

Literacy month reached readers of all ages

Golden’s first month full of literacy activities wrapped up last week, and the community really embraced the cause.

A group of local teachers for the group Schooled Ya won the Trivia Challenge during the Columbia Basin Alliance For Literacy’s (CBAL) Literacy month.
At their open house on Oct. 3

GADSAR is inviting the community to help celebrate 50 years

Golden is one of the busiest regions in the province for search and rescue callouts, with GADSAR going on 50 to 60 calls a year.

At their open house on Oct. 3

Kootenay region hosting Community Futures conference

It’s one of the best resources for small businesses in the Kootenay region, and very few people know about it.