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Dennis Bouwman taking the stage at the Simms Park
COURTENAY B.C. - Dennis Bouman will take the stage at Simms Park next Sunday, August 7th, in Courtenay. His combination of heartbreaking lyrics and warm melodies has captivated audiences...
Summer brings greater risk to road side workers
Roadside workers face daily peril explains The Road Safety at Work organization. Trace Acres, spokesperson for the annual Cone Zone safety awareness campaign adds “Cone Zones are there to...
Courtenay’s blueprint to the future
COURTNAY, B.C. – The city of Courtenay has adopted a new vision of its future, with City Council approval on Monday of the Official Community Plan. The 279-page document ...
Co-ops grow locally
COURTENAY, B.C.—The City of Courtenay has been working on partnering with the Community Land Trust Group of Societies in hopes of securing funding for a new model of housing...
Hot weather and living with dementia
VANCOUVER, B.C. - People living with dementia face unique challenges during summer heat. According to Rosanne Philbrook of the Alzheimer Society of B.C., “Dementia can affect a person’s ability...
Comox Valley team leads Cycle of Life fundraising
COMOX VALLEY, B.C. – Cyclists from all over the Island are pumped up for a 200 km fundraising ride through the scenic Saanich Peninsula, Cowichan Valley and Salt Spring...
New home and building construction going strong in Comox Valley
COMOX VALLEY, B.C. – New figures show new home and building construction in British Columbia has jumped 17% above pre-pandemic levels. The Comox Valley region appears to reflect even...
Canada Day flyby over Courtenay
COURTNAY, B.C. – Lewis Park in Courtenay will be the site of an Air Force flyover of CH-149 Cormorant helicopters, all part of Canada Day ceremonies. These aircraft are...
Parksville Ready To Unveil A Living Monument
Just in time for summer the Memorial Plaza in Parksville will show-off all its many improvements and upgrades at...
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2026 budget to be proposed for council consideration October 22
The Town of Comox will consider its 2026 operating budget at the regular council meeting on October 22.Â
City of Courtenay recognized on provincial and national level for public works weeks
The City of Courtenay has received awards at both the provincial and national levels for its efforts during National Public Works Week earlier this year.Â
NIC Foundation exceeds $1 million in student awards
The North Island College Foundation is celebrating a milestone this year, distributing more than $1 million in student awards for the first time in its history.
‘Halloween Happenings’ set for Comox Valley in late October
With Thanksgiving wrapped up, the Comox Valley is shifting gears to Halloween, and there’s no shortage of spooky fun ahead.
Contactless payments coming soon to BC Transit riders
Bus riders may soon have an easier way to pay for their fare, as BC Transit prepares to roll out contactless debit and credit card payments across its network through the Umo fare system.
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