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Public safety advocates call for an end to fear and crime in Island cities

Enough is enough, that’s what Vancouver Island residents and businesses are saying to the provincial government about the safer supply program in BC.  The Nanaimo...

UPDATE: 7,298 BC Hydro customers currently without power on Island and Coast

UPDATE 3:30 p.m.: While some have regained power, more BC Hydro customers have lost power by this afternoon. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Over 7,290 BC Hydro customers are without power...

Strong winds coming to Island & Coast communities for today

Strong winds are coming to several communities on the Island and Coast. Environment and Climate Change Canada issued a wind warning just before 8:50 a.m....

Sunshine Coast quake rattles Island and Mainland; no tsunami expected

Thousands of people along the Island and coast felt an earthquake this afternoon, which was centred on the mainland between Sechelt and Gibsons. Earthquakes Canada...

Comox Valley RCMP member joining Wounded Warrior Run BC

The Wounded Warrior Run BC will have some Comox Valley flavour in it.  Cst. Paul Jones of the Street Crimes Unit will participate in the...

Federal Government giving over a million dollars to Vancouver Island shellfish, seaweed projects

Two Vancouver Island projects are getting PacifiCAN funding to help boost the competitiveness of B.C.’s seaweed and shellfish producers.  $881,600 will be awarded to North Island...

Vegetation work planned within the Puntledge Public Use Management area next week

Minor detours and delays could be coming to the Puntledge Public Use Management area over the next few weeks.  Crews will be conducting vegetation maintenance...

Salmon farmer putting BC investments on hold during political uncertainty

One of BC’s big three salmon farmers says it took $222 million (CAD) in losses last year because of political uncertainty in Canada over...

Car catches fire in Comox this morning, closing road for short time

A car fire in Comox this morning forced a closure at the Aspen and Guthrie Road intersection.  According to a Facebook post, a vehicle caught...

Public should not be alarmed by 19 Wing Comox military training over next two days

Residents should not be alarmed to see an increase of military members over the next two days, 19 Wing Comox says.  Training will take place...

Comox announces phase 1 of public engagement for Urban Forest Management Strategy

Comox town council is allowing the public to provide feedback on trees within the town.  Phase 1 of public engagement is being launched for the...

Island and Coast to get strong winds starting tonight

Tonight looks to be very windy as strong winds are coming for the Island and Coast. Environment and Climate Change Canada have issued two wind...

Unified AAP response period ending today at 4:30 p.m.

Comox Valley residents have just a day remaining to take part in the Comox Valley Regional District’s (CRVD) Alternative Approval Process (AAP).  The AAP covers borrowing...

Disney ships to set sail from Vancouver, as cruise season starts this month

Cruise ship spotters can expect to see more ships along the Island this summer, and Nanaimo will see increased ship visits. According to Destination BC,...

World-famous Vancouver Island orca Luna featured in IMAX film festival

Vancouver Island’s most famous whale is being featured in the upcoming IMAX Film Festival in Victoria. Luna, the juvenile orca, is featured in Lost Orca:...

Record numbers of Vancouver Island marmots spotted in the wild

Mount Washington’s marmots have had a remarkable comeback, with a record number seen in the wild last year. That’s from Sean Pendergast, chair of the...

Free events set for Courtenay and Comox this Family Day

You can celebrate Family Day by attending free events in Courtenay and Comox. For Courtenay, city recreation staff are putting together an all-ages celebration at...

Minimum wage increasing to $17.85 per hour in B.C. on June 1

Minimum wage in B.C. will once again be on the rise this June.  The BC Government announced a 2.6 per cent wage increase will happen...

Supporting local food producers includes BC salmon farmers, rep says

BC salmon farmers are still pushing for clarity about their future with a 2029 ban looming, but spokesperson Brian Kingzett says new details haven’t...

Union workers for LifeLabs issue 72-hour strike notice

LifeLabs workers are heading towards a strike.  Members of the B.C. General Employees Union (BCGEU) working at LifeLabs issued a 72-hour strike notice to their...

Herring spawn has begun on both of Island’s coastlines

The first herring spawn of the year on the Island’s east coast was spotted this month in Howe Sound. The Marine Stewardship Initiative Team were...

Play Chi Ball festival coming to Cumberland this Sunday

You can make new friends by playing a game of Chi Ball this Sunday. Play Chi Ball is a game for all ages and skill...

Vista Radio announces CRTC approval to purchase several radio stations in B.C.

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has approved Vista Radio’s purchase of 21 Bell Media radio stations, including 27 regional repeater transmitters in...

LUSH Valley says now is the time to buy local amidst ongoing tariff threats

A Comox Valley food organization says now is the time to invest in the local food economy.  With the U.S. tariffs threat still looming and...
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