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Author: KNOWLTON
Editor-in-Chief of the Midway Advance.
Lifelong explorer and nature enthusiast with 10+ years experience in Canadian journalism.
Provincial Health Officer Rejects Calls for Mask Mandates in Boundary Country
British Columbia’s health officer has wisely dismissed calls for unethical mask mandates to be renewed in the province. “We all … More
RKDB on Boundary Hospital Rumour: ‘We Are Extremely Concerned’
The Regional District of Kootenay Boundary has responded to rumours about Boundary Regional Hospital . RKDB is calling for urgent … More
The Magic of Larch Season: Why October is Golden in Boundary Country
Across British Columbia, the autumnal shades of copper, bronze, and ruby offer world-class beauty and colours as rich as any … More
How to Build a Trail in Boundary Country According to Local Specialist
West Boundary Community Forest Expands Mountain Trail Network in Midway
The hiking and biking trail network on Midway Mountain has been expanded upon thanks to local efforts from impassioned residents … More
Happy Thanksgiving, British Columbia!
With Pandemic restrictions finally finished choking out the precious social aspect of holidays, it is this year a sincere pleasure … More
Crews Respond to Wildfire in Gilpin Grasslands with Direct Attack
The BC Wildfire Service responded over Thanksgiving weekend to a wildfire in the Gilpin Grasslands, a Provincial Park located between … More
Why is Raw Milk Still Banned in British Columbia?
More than 40 of the United States have raw milk legal in some form—including 12 of the 13 which border … More
Remaining Covid-19 Travel Restrictions Lift in BC
Most of Canada’s remaining travel restrictions—including requirements for wearing masks on aircraft, testing and quarantine, and compulsory use of the … More
Kaslo to Host Inaugural Kootenay Mushroom Festival in October
A new event has sprouted up in the Kootenay-Boundary region of British Columbia. The inaugural Kootenay Mushroom Festival takes place … More
Local Muralist Archer Beautifies Grand Forks Courthouse with Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II
Grand Forks may have been the first city in the world to have an officially commissioned mural honouring the passing … More
What to Do During Smoky Conditions in Boundary Country
The wildfire season of 2022 was a good one for Boundary Country when compared with some recent other ones, with … More
Boundary Country Communities Still Feel Unprepared for Floods, Union Warns
In the spring of 2018, river flooding in the Grand Forks area spurred the evacuation of nearly 3,000 residents within … More
Forest Enhancement Society Invests $1 Million into Wildfire Protection for West Kootenay Community
Work is underway to enhance forest resilience in an effort to protect against the effects of wildfire in the western … More
Fall Fair to Celebrate 75th Diamond Jubilee in Rock Creek After Two-Year Absence
Last November, the Rock Creek and Boundary Fair Association held its annual general meeting. At the meeting, it was decided … More
Kootenay Region Takes Steps Toward Technology Ecosystem
When we think of technology in BC, we think of Vancouver. No shame there—the city is home to a world-class … More
Vehicle Thieves Face Justice in Boundary Country Following Multiple Police Hunts
It may not the the brightest idea to steal a motor vehicle in Boundary Country. Royal Canadian Mounted Police in … More
BC Organizations Advancing Food Technology in Boundary Country and Beyond
British Columbia is renowned for its work in sustainability across sectors. One of the most important areas to manage efficiency … More
Boundary Country Wildfire Risk Reduction Project Praised as ‘Model of Collaboration’
West Boundary Community Forest has completed a project at a recreational area adjacent to Jewel Lake following $250,000 in funding … More
