Community

Jesse Adams, a Sooke animal rescuer who helped evacuate animals from communities threatened by the war in Ukraine, has died.

Cumberland’s fire chief has called it a career after more than a half-century with Cumberland Fire Rescue.

An event is being held Wednesday in the Comox Valley to mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Fire Chief Mike Williamson is retiring after 52 years of service.

The legacy of Terry Fox will be honoured Sunday with the 46th annual Terry Fox Run in communities across the country this weekend, including the Comox Valley.

Courtenay-Comox MLA Brennan Day said residents concerned about traffic safety will rally Thursday at 3 p.m. at 1849 Ryan Road East in Comox, calling for a review of the speed limit and greater attention to safety along the corridor.

The LINC Youth Centre in Courtenay is celebrating Pride Week with three events in the works.

Wheels of Hope needs more volunteer drivers across B.C. to help cancer patients get to treatment appointments.

At an event Friday, Aug. 14, staff and core members showed off progress, with the foundation for its Anchorage building now in place.