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Grand Forks flood mitigation turning attention to South Ruckle

Grand Forks flood mitigation turning attention to South Ruckle

Plans for the long-awaited dike and drainage system were discussed during the Jan. 13 meeting
Nelson resident loses $10K in bank scam

Nelson resident loses $10K in bank scam

A person claiming to be a bank representative told the victim they needed to make a transfer
Man awaiting child sex trial charged with additional Castlegar sexual assaults

Man awaiting child sex trial charged with additional Castlegar sexual assaults

James Walts has been charged with sexual assault and assault causing bodily harm
Valley Heights electrical replacement approved by Grand Forks Council

Valley Heights electrical replacement approved by Grand Forks Council

Replacement is a priority after Jan. 1 outage that saw homes without power for nearly 2 days
'Grumpbuster' spotted in downtown Grand Forks

'Grumpbuster' spotted in downtown Grand Forks

When there's something grouchy in you neighbourhood, who you gonna call?
Five options presented for restoring access to Idaho Lookout

Five options presented for restoring access to Idaho Lookout

The popular spot near New Denver has been closed since 2020
Highlights from the Jan. 13 Grand Forks City Council meeting

Highlights from the Jan. 13 Grand Forks City Council meeting

Grand Forks firefighters stand ready to help with U.S. wildfires The recent wildfires in Los Angeles, California raised questions about the city’s ability to send personnel and equipment if needed.
Used oil recycling depot in Grand Forks gets an upgrade

Used oil recycling depot in Grand Forks gets an upgrade

Grand Forks is getting a bigger and better drop-off site for motor oil and other used automotive fluids.
Convicted sex offender charged with Castlegar child sex crimes

Convicted sex offender charged with Castlegar child sex crimes

Danny Edward Depew charged with child luring and arrange/agree a sexual offence against a child
Food bank in Grand Forks reports increase in usage, praises donations

Food bank in Grand Forks reports increase in usage, praises donations

The food bank helped 3,865 households in 2024