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Sparwood applying for additional grants for waste water treatment plant

The District of Sparwood is submitting a grant application to the Union of BC Municipalities Strategic Priorities Fund for up to $7 million.

Sparwood AAP passes for wastewater treatment plant loan

The District of Sparwood will be going forward with a loan for the new wastewater treatment plant after an alternative approval process was accepted by residents.

Sparwood seeking feedback on 2024 Annual Report

Sparwood is asking for your thoughts on its draft 2024 Annual Report to determine the District's direction for the...

‘Complete destruction’ Sparwood council faces crappy situation

Sparwood will be looking to replace one of its porta potties after vandalism left it completely destroyed. Councilor Steve Kallies...

Hospital District Chair says tragic death highlights need for change

Kootenay East Regional Hospital District Chair David Wilks says the tragic death of a child awaiting urgent care highlights...

Sparwood approves list of ReDi grant recipients

Sparwood district council approved their list of organizations to get ReDi grant funding despite a tied vote in the...

Sparwood launches wastewater treatment plant alternative approval process

The District of Sparwood is letting residents have their say in the potential borrowing of up to $20 million...

Sparwood plants seeds for possible composting pilot

Just in time for gardening season, Sparwood District Council has begun looking into a countertop composting pilot project. If approved,...

Hospital Board approves spending plan, includes $30 tax hike

The Kootenay East Regional Hospital District (KERHD) has a new five-year financial plan, allocating funds to local healthcare operations...

Sparwood Mayor announces early bid to keep position

Sparwood Mayor David Wilks says he wants to run in the 2026 municipal election in hopes of staying in...

Sparwood closing pool for extended repairs and maintenance

Sparwood's pool will be closed for an extended period of time as the district addresses water loss issues. District staff...

Sparwood approves sewer and water parcel tax hike

Sparwood district council has approved an increase to the sewer and water parcel tax to help fund the wastewater...

Interior Health unveils first render for new Dr. F.W. Green Memorial Home

Interior Health has released the first look at what the new Dr. F.W. Green Memorial Home will look like. Zeidler...

Sparwood opens volunteer organization nominations

The District of Sparwood is asking residents to nominate local volunteer organizations who make an impact in the community. "I...

Sparwood borrowing bylaw for wastewater treatment plant given three readings

Sparwood council has given three readings to a bylaw so they can borrow $20 million for the wastewater treatment...

Hospital Board Chair disappointed radiation not included in renal and oncology upgrades

Kootenay East Regional Hospital District (KERHD) Board Chair David Wilks says he is disappointed to see radiation treatment left...

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