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WSP Canada Inc. will develop an Asset Risk Framework and Asset Management Plans for the Golden and District Recreation Centre. (Google)

The future of the Columbia Shuswap Regional District’s assets

The CSRD is using a consultant to build out the framework

WSP Canada Inc. will develop an Asset Risk Framework and Asset Management Plans for the Golden and District Recreation Centre. (Google)
Kootenay Krush Farms is located near Parsons. (Black Press Media File)

‘Canned response’: Frustration grows over outdoor cannabis operation near Golden

Health Canada responded to residents of Parsons regarding the cannabis odour

Kootenay Krush Farms is located near Parsons. (Black Press Media File)
When it comes to landscaping options, Columbia Shuswap Regional District FireSmart Co-ordinator Len Youden strongly advises against the use of junipers and cedars. (Contributed)

Columbia Shuswap Regional District awaits funding for FireSmart

Fire season is on the horizon

When it comes to landscaping options, Columbia Shuswap Regional District FireSmart Co-ordinator Len Youden strongly advises against the use of junipers and cedars. (Contributed)
Black Press File photo

Columbia Shuswap Regional District raises concerns about proposed changes to Recycle BC

If approved, nine existing recycle depots would no longer be eligible for funding

Black Press File photo
Black Press File photo

New Recycle BC rules causes issues for Columbia Shuswap Regional District

Nine of 17 existing CSRD Recycle depots would no longer be eligible for funding

Black Press File photo
Two Columbia Shuswap Regional District fire crews stand next to a structure protection unit for a photograph before being deployed to fight wildfires in July 2021. (CSRD photo)

‘Great news’: Shuswap Emergency Program gets new mobile sprinkler unit for 2023 fire season

This will be the fourth structure protection unit for the region

Two Columbia Shuswap Regional District fire crews stand next to a structure protection unit for a photograph before being deployed to fight wildfires in July 2021. (CSRD photo)
Nicholson Fire Department. (Facebook)

Support could be on the way for fire departments in Columbia Shuswap

Columbia Shuswap Regional District votes to support grant that would help rural firefighters

Nicholson Fire Department. (Facebook)
Bernice Jensen and her All My Relations Dance Group include, Junior Jensen, who was given a drum when he was a toddler and, at 16, sings his own songs, including the Salmon Journey Song. To the right of Junior are Sue Oliverius, Jewel Jensen, Lakeesha and Stephane Richard. The group performed on the Storyteller Stage at the Reclamation Day at Tsútswecw Provincial Park on Sept. 30. (Barb Brouwer photo)

Thousands of people, few salmon, arrive for start of Sepwépemc celebration at Tsústwecw Provincial Park

High daytime temperatures, low water levels may be delaying return of salmon

Bernice Jensen and her All My Relations Dance Group include, Junior Jensen, who was given a drum when he was a toddler and, at 16, sings his own songs, including the Salmon Journey Song. To the right of Junior are Sue Oliverius, Jewel Jensen, Lakeesha and Stephane Richard. The group performed on the Storyteller Stage at the Reclamation Day at Tsútswecw Provincial Park on Sept. 30. (Barb Brouwer photo)
Wildlife photographer turns lens on wolves killed with neck snares

Wildlife photographer turns lens on wolves killed with neck snares

John Marriott shares passion for conservancy with video series, Exposed

Wildlife photographer turns lens on wolves killed with neck snares
A Silver Creek couple have been given 30 days to find another home after being handed an eviction notice because their rental unit is non-compliant with zoning. (Photo submitted)

Shuswap couple shocked by eviction notice for rural illegal suite

Regional district says zoning doesn’t permit residence to be used as rental duplex

A Silver Creek couple have been given 30 days to find another home after being handed an eviction notice because their rental unit is non-compliant with zoning. (Photo submitted)
Leon Yanko serves Salmon Arm Secondary principal Rob MacAulay coffee in a photo from the front page of School District #83’s Newsline publication. (SAS Sullivan Campus photo)

Special-needs student faces barriers to post secondary education

Okanagan College campus not funded to provide courses for people who need one-on-one assistance

Leon Yanko serves Salmon Arm Secondary principal Rob MacAulay coffee in a photo from the front page of School District #83’s Newsline publication. (SAS Sullivan Campus photo)
Canadian Christian musician, guitarist and drummer who grew up in Salmon Arm will perform a CD release concert at the Salmar Classic Theatre on April 5. (Photo contributed)

Loss of record contract strengthens musician as artist

Shuswap singer-songwriter Dan Bremnes to release new CD

Canadian Christian musician, guitarist and drummer who grew up in Salmon Arm will perform a CD release concert at the Salmar Classic Theatre on April 5. (Photo contributed)
A real trooper, Jane Scranton has been fighting cancer for two-and-a-half years. While the drugs she is receiving are helping her win the battle, contagious diseases like measles could kill her. (Photo submitted)

Shuswap residents share good reasons for immunization

Two families dealing with debilitating diseases offer stories of fear and pain

A real trooper, Jane Scranton has been fighting cancer for two-and-a-half years. While the drugs she is receiving are helping her win the battle, contagious diseases like measles could kill her. (Photo submitted)
Graphic artist Justin Maas’s book, “Drawing Realistic Pencil Portraits Step by Step: Basic Techniques for the Head and Face,” will be available for purchase in July and can e previewed and pre-ordered online. (Jim Elliott/Salmon Arm Observer)

Celebrity portraits attract book offer

Talented Shuswap artist Justin Maas shares technique for realistic pencil portraiture

Graphic artist Justin Maas’s book, “Drawing Realistic Pencil Portraits Step by Step: Basic Techniques for the Head and Face,” will be available for purchase in July and can e previewed and pre-ordered online. (Jim Elliott/Salmon Arm Observer)
Shuswap residents challenge complaints, misconceptions around refugees

Shuswap residents challenge complaints, misconceptions around refugees

Arriving with permanent resident status, families receive same benefits as other Canadians

Shuswap residents challenge complaints, misconceptions around refugees
Devon More returns to Salmon Arm with Berlin Waltz, which played Shuswap Theatre’s 2016 Theatre on the Edge festival before becoming a smash hit at fringe festivals from Montreal to Vancouver. (Petrocker Photography)

Cold War Cabaret offers song, slam poetry and sock puppets

Devon More returns to Shuswap with Berlin Waltz, March 16

Devon More returns to Salmon Arm with Berlin Waltz, which played Shuswap Theatre’s 2016 Theatre on the Edge festival before becoming a smash hit at fringe festivals from Montreal to Vancouver. (Petrocker Photography)
Shuswap Children’s Association executive director June Stewart looks over flyers for the various services and programs the organization continues to offer despite rising costs and insufficient funding. (File photo)

Shuswap children’s organizations offer mixed reviews on Budget 2019

Concern over long waitlists, early intervention funding, but relief child care funds are included

Shuswap Children’s Association executive director June Stewart looks over flyers for the various services and programs the organization continues to offer despite rising costs and insufficient funding. (File photo)
Letter: BC Liberals best at enriching wealthy friends

Letter: BC Liberals best at enriching wealthy friends

Are B.C. voters sick enough yet of being fleeced? Given that British…

Letter: BC Liberals best at enriching wealthy friends
Elk herd crossing Highway 97A in search of food

Elk herd crossing Highway 97A in search of food

Snow at higher elevations forces herd to move into valleys

Elk herd crossing Highway 97A in search of food
The founder and leader of the Juno award-winning band Fathead, Al Lerman is a disciple of acoustic blues, whose presence at Roots & Blues will add a lot of substance to many workshops, says Peter North festival artistic director. (Photo contributed)

Top blues talent joins festival roster

Salmon Arm’s Roots and Blues adds stellar Canadian acts to 2019 event

The founder and leader of the Juno award-winning band Fathead, Al Lerman is a disciple of acoustic blues, whose presence at Roots & Blues will add a lot of substance to many workshops, says Peter North festival artistic director. (Photo contributed)
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