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Earthquake in San Juan Islands shakes Southern Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast

Southern Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast were shaken by an earthquake just after 5 a.m. U.S. Geological Survey says the magnitude 4.5 quake happened...

Raffle to support two Courtenay boys dreams set for May

An upcoming raffle aims to make the dreams of two Comox Valley boys come true. Help Fill a Dream Foundation, an organization that supports families...

VIU turns to children’s books to boost education on climate change 

Knowing education plays an important role at any age, Vancouver Island University is looking to use children’s books to illustrate how climate change is...

Island nurses honoured for bringing care to First Nation elder

Three Island Health nurses were honoured for providing care to a First Nations elder. Island Health says a Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Nation elder experienced a life-threatening illness,...

Fibre funding will help employ workers, prevent coastal wildfires

Several projects on the Island and Sunshine Coast are getting provincial funding to help prevent wildfires, and increase access to wood fibre. Fibre-recovery projects take...

Comox Road to have one-way traffic due to pipe construction this month

A reminder that crews will start construction on Comox Road this month. Comox Valley Regional District crews will install a sewer forcemain pipe for the...

Maintenance scheduled for Gravelly Bay Terminal next week

People either travelling to or departing the Gravelly Bay terminal next week are being warned of construction taking place.  A maintenance team will be on...

Central VIU students get set to compete in trades competition in April 

Vancouver Island University is set to host a competition where students from across the central island will get to show off their skills in...

VIU researchers developing measures to deal with harmful algae 

Several researchers at Vancouver Island University are studying the impact of blue-green algae they say has been proven to be extremely hazardous to human...

Kings Corner: Playoff Preview

GAME ONE RECAP  It wasn’t the start the Glacier Kings were hoping for to start the postseason, as they dropped game one of their first-round...

North Island College announces over $700k in financial awards available

  North Island College (NIC) students can start applying for awards on March 1 to support their studies.  The NIC Foundation will take applications for scholarships,...

Comox Fire Truck gets new Indigenous artwork

Comox’s Tower 35 fire truck features new Indigenous artwork. Comox Fire Rescue revealed the artwork on Tuesday, which shows a family of four orcas, meant...

Comox Valley Land Trust has now protected Puntledge Forest

As of today, the Puntledge Forest is officially protected by Comox Valley Land Trust. The Trust began their conservation campaign when the forest was at...

Research shows storm impact on ocean acidification in local waters

Research by Hakai Institute has discovered a link between the intensity of storm seasons and ocean acidification levels the following summer, a finding...

Comox Valley driver entering all-female F1 ACADEMY for 2025

A local racer is taking her next step towards becoming a full-time Formula 1 driver.  Comox Valley native Nicole Havrda announced Monday she would be...

Increased water flows set for Puntledge River this week

Residents should stay clear of the Puntledge River as there will be higher water and a stronger current. BC Hydro crews will be testing the...

Less than 10 percent of people sent responses to AAP process

Less than 10 percent of eligible people sent responses to the Unified Alternative Approval Process. That comes from the Comox Valley Regional District, announcing the...

Wind warning issued for parts of BC this afternoon & evening

Brace for potential power outages as strong winds come to parts of BC today. Environment and Climate Change Canada issued a wind warning as a...

Small boat fire leads to minimal damage at the Courtenay Marina Park

No significant damage or injuries are being reported after a small boat fire this morning in Courtenay.  Residents walking the Courtneay Airpark noticed the fire...

Temporary vessel replacement for Denman – Buckley Bay

Residents will soon use a temporary ferry when travelling the Denman Island West – Buckley Bay Route. In a service notice, BC Ferries announced they...

Spring program registration opens March 10 for Comox Valley

You can start registering for local spring programs in just a few weeks. The Comox Valley Regional District will reveal the Comox Valley Spring/Summer recreation...

Residents gathered in Comox to mark 3 years since Ukraine war started

Ukraine supporters gathered in Comox today to mark the 3-year-anniversary since the country’s war with Russia began. Hosted by the Comox Valley Ukranian Cultural Society,...

Festival organizers urge province to maintain assistance fund as tariffs cool tourism

With tourism season around the corner, festival organizers in BC are calling on the government to either restore or replace a fund that helps...

Avalanche conditions dangerous for Coast but moderate for Island today

While avalanche conditions are moderate for Vancouver Island, conditions are dangerous for the Sunshine Coast. That comes from Avalanche Canada, saying the danger level is...
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