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A new communications strategy is designed to bring enhanced collaboration to Courtenay.Spur Communication will present the strategy to members of council and says it...

A new art exhibit has opened at the Comox Valley Airport.The airport says through collaboration with the ARTWRX Studio + Gallery, a collective of...

The federal government has approved British Columbia’s request to expand the list of public places where it's illegal to possess and use illicit drugs....

The BC Coroners Service says toxic drugs were responsible for at least 192 deaths in March, bringing the total number in the first three...

You can review and comment on forestry related developments via a new online portal.The forestry operations map can be used to leave feedback on...

A Comox Valley group is in the running for this year’s Land Awards.Created in 2010 by the Real Estate Foundation of BC, Land Awards...

The North Island is sitting on a literal gold mine of opportunity, says a recent report from the Mining Association of BC.An economic impact...

A new pump station in Courtenay is officially under construction.The Comox Valley Regional District made the announcement on Friday, saying the work is part...

Expect some lane closures while driving on Highway 19 southbound, with construction taking place on Tuesday.According to project administrator Tara Parker with ARC Asphalt...

As part of Emergency Preparedness Week, BC is testing its emergency broadcast system.The emergency alert test will go to all cellphones, TV and radio...

American fisheries managers say overfishing has reached an all-time low in a new report, although some salmon runs are still struggling.The National Oceanic and...

UPDATE: As of 1:01 p.m., the London Drugs store in Courtenay is open to the public.------------------------------------------------------------After seven days of being closed, London Drugs is starting...

With Red Dress Day happening this weekend, you can take part in a local walk in Courtenay.The Red Dress Walk will be hosted by...

Damaging the environment in BC Parks will now result in big fines for violators.The provincial government has announced changes to the Parks and Ecological...

A movie centered on reclaiming stolen artifacts is coming to Courtenay today.Called the Great Salish Heist, it follows Steve Joe, a traditional archaeologist for...

A local organization is helping the homeless population by building housing units in shipping containers.WeCan Shelter Society Co-founder Charlene Davis says they got the...

An earthquake off the Island’s west coast was recorded last night, but no damage or tsunami is expected.According to the US Geological Survey, the...

BC Ferries provided an update as of 10:23pm on May 2 that repairs are ongoing for the Baynes Sound Connector. They released a revised schedule...

Several Vancouver Islanders were formerly entered into the Order of Canada today in a ceremony in Ottawa.Dr. Granger Avery from Port McNeill was added...

The cable ferry from Buckley Bay to Denman Island is still broken, and unlikely to be fixed tonight.BC Ferries has been using the Hornby...

The John Howard Society of North Island will no longer be the operator of the Junction by August.Society is an organization that provides programs...

ICBC and police across B.C. are launching a new campaign on driving at safe speeds.In a release, ICBC says it is an education and...

For this week, 1st street in Cumberland will be closed.That comes from the Village, announcing that the road is being rebuilt, with Knappet construction...

Comox will celebrate Move for Health Day with some try-it classes next week.Move for Health Day is an annual day meant to promote physical...