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New book recalls internment years in Grand Forks

Community Greg Nesteroff -
An international collaboration has resulted in a book that looks at Grand Forks' little-known role in the Japanese-Canadian internment.

“Mystery solved”: B.C. Hydro says it found the floating island that appeared, then vanished, on B.C. lake

Environment Emily Joveski -
B.C. Hydro has tracked down a massive floating island that mysteriously drifted across Williston Reservoir before seemingly disappearing.

Grand Forks prepares to host B.C. senior men’s baseball championship

Sports Kate Brown -
The best senior men's baseball teams in British Columbia are headed to Grand Forks this week as the city hosts the 2026 B.C. Senior Men's Provincial Championship at James Donaldson Park.

Seattle Studs win 2026 Grand Forks International title

Sports My Grand Forks Now Staff -
The 2026 Grand Forks International came to a close with the Seattle Studs capturing the tournament championship after a 12-2 win over the Fairbanks Goldpanners of Alaska in the final.

Two West Kootenay residents receive Neil Muth Memorial Scholarship

Construction Kate Brown -
Two West Kootenay residents are among three Columbia Basin students receiving this year's Neil Muth Memorial Scholarship, which supports people who have demonstrated perseverance in the face of adversity as they pursue post-secondary education and career goals.

Author promoting peace through children’s book coming to Grand Forks

Community Greg Nesteroff -
Diana Schaffter will speak at schools in Grand Forks, Greenwood, and Christina Lake this week and deliver a couple of public presentations highlighting the importance of challenging assumptions in fostering peace.

Border Bruins headline Neil Murdoch Division award winners

Grand Forks Border Bruins My Grand Forks Now Staff -
The Grand Forks Border Bruins were well represented as the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League announced its Neil Murdoch Division award winners for the 2025-26 season.

Kootenay region finishes 2026 B.C. Winter Games with 38 medals

Sports Kate Brown -
The Kootenay region wrapped up competition at the 2026 Trail-Rossland B.C. Winter Games with a total of 38 medals.

New Grand Forks fire truck arrives

Fire My Grand Forks Now Staff -
Last week the department welcomed its new engine with a "traditional push in ceremony."

Friendly rivalry nets $2,666 at Guns & Hoses event

Community Kate Brown -
The RCMP edged the fire department 9-7 at this year’s Guns & Hoses fundraiser, helping raise $2,666.57 for two local organizations.

Midway RCMP take on firefighters in charity hockey showdown

RCMP Kate Brown -
Midway RCMP are looking for redemption against Midway Fire & Rescue as the annual Guns and Hoses fundraiser returns to the ice.

Grand Forks gives green light to airport drag races

Sports Greg Nesteroff -
City council was originally undecided after hearing that last year's event prevented four medevac flights from using the airport.

These were B.C.’s most popular baby names in 2025

Provincial Reporter Emily Joveski -
Noah reclaimed the top spot as the most popular baby name in British Columbia this year. The post These were B.C.’s most popular baby names in 2025 appeared first on AM 1150.

Border Bruins dominate KIJHL Team of the Week honours

Grand Forks Border Bruins My Grand Forks Now Staff -
A trio of Grand Forks Border Bruins players has been named to the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League’s Team of the Week.

Pedestrian bridge coming to Christina Lake in 2026

RDKB Greg Nesteroff -
The long-time dream of a pedestrian crossing over a creek at Christina Lake will become  reality early next year.

Greenwood’s West Kootenay Power substation sold

City of Greenwood My Grand Forks Now Staff -
A Greenwood heritage building has been sold, but it's not known yet what the buyer plans to do with it.
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