It was World Water Day on March 22, and not surprisingly, it came and went without much attention paid to the star of the day. The obvious reason for this is that we’re all dealing with the new phrases in our lives – social distancing, self-isolation and Coronavirus, to name a few. Tipping our hats…
If you’ve noticed that logos on the ice surface at the Selkirk Rec Complex pop a little more these days, first of all, you’re correct and the reason for the increased visibility is simple science. The city has invested in a Reverse Osmosis (RO) system that results in clearer and harder ice that will also…
The next time you wet your whistle with a glass of good ol’ Selkirk tap water, you can rest assured that you’re drinking the best after the city’s water was awarded second place in a blind taste test against some of the largest cities in Western Canada. The City of Selkirk’s water earned the second…
Every winter, a few Selkirk residents will experience freezing water pipes. Often, frozen lines and pipes can be avoided with some simple proactive steps in your home. Here is some information about how to prevent freezing as well as what to do when you have received a notice from the City or if your pipes…
The City of Selkirk is investing $1.4 million into streets and waterlines this year as part of an ongoing effort to upgrade the city’s aging infrastructure. Work is already underway on Sophia and Jemima streets and one block of Pittsburgh Avenue will be paved this year, pending Municipal Board approval. Selkirk Park pool will be…