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Mowing work to start on Highway 19A on Tuesday
Expect a slow-moving vehicle this week along Highway 19A, as mowing work starts after Victoria Day.According to Mainroad North Island Contracting, crews will perform...
Island communities lost out on $1 billion thanks to new forestry policies: TLA boss
Communities north of Nanaimo lost out on roughly one billion dollars last year because of reduced logging activity.Bob Brash with the Truck Loggers Association...
Victoria Day events and activities set in Cumberland
With Victoria Day on the way, the Village of Cumberland will have multiple events and activities for you to check out.According to the Cumberland...
UPDATE: Island swimmer now part of Canada Paralympic Team
UPDATE: As of Monday morning, Nicholas Bennett has been selected for Canada's Paralympic Team.--------------------------------------------------------------------A young swimmer from Vancouver Island set a new world record at...
“We are heading into a challenging year,” BC Agriculture council director says
With summer a month away, a member of the BC Agriculture Council says producers are heading into a very challenging year.The BC Agriculture Council...
Haida Nation’s title recognized in historic, national first
It’s the first time in Canadian history aboriginal title has been formally recognized.This week BC passed legislation acknowledging the title of the Haida Nation...
Rural Island doctor’s fight for his patients featured in new documentary
Doctor Prean Armogam in Port McNeill is no stranger to fighting for what’s right.He grew up in apartheid-era South Africa, enduring brutality and violence,...
E-Bike program expanding to Comox Valley
Cheap community e-bike rentals are now available in the Comox Valley.The Evolve E-Bike share program was recently launched on Vancouver Island, aiming to lower...
Local doctor recognized for his efforts at recent awards show
A Comox Valley doctor has been recognized for his work as a family physician.Dr. Jonathan Kerr, who is also a councillor for Comox, recently...
Drain your boat before transport — it’s now the law in BC
Effective immediately, boaters are now required to drain watercraft before transport.BC’s chief veterinarian issued the order this week to prevent the spread of invasive...
Man Reported Missing in Courtenay
The RCMP is asking people to contact them if they see 53-year old David Phillips.He was last seen at his residence in Courtenay on...
Free transit to be available on Victoria Day
With Victoria Day approaching, you can take the bus for free in the Comox Valley.In a release, BC Transit and the Comox Valley Regional...
Part of 1st Ave closed Friday for construction, detour in place
Courtenay drivers, be aware, part of 1st Street will be closed most of the day tomorrow for construction.The closure is scheduled for Friday from...
Travel tips to enjoy weekend Comox Air Show, RCAF Centennial
If you’re planning on visiting Comox for the air show and Armed Forces Day celebration on Saturday, the Department of Defence has some travel...
Effects of solar storm detected underwater off Island’s west coast
Last weekend’s solar storm painted the night skies with colourful Northern Lights, but also had effects detected deep underwater.Ocean Networks Canada has a network...
First Moosehide Campaign event in Comox Valley set for Thursday
Residents can take a stand against violence towards women and girls through a local event.May 16 is Moosehide Campaign Day, a national initiative that...
BC Highway Patrol members to increase enforcement this long weekend
Expect to see more highway patrol members this long weekend.The Drive to Arrive enforcement blitz aims to lower the number of people hurt or...
Comox Valley road project gets $500K grant from province
An ongoing road project in the Comox Valley has received big funding from the provincial government.That comes from the Comox Valley Regional District, announcing...
BC Ferries to add menstrual products, washrooms, and signs
Menstrual supplies, all-gender washrooms, and more accessible signage will soon be available for BC Ferries customers.The Ferry-line has announced they have joined United Way...
CVRD asking residents to save water this spring & summer
The Comox Valley Regional District is asking you to save water this spring and summer.The district is encouraging residents to focus on water conservation,...
City looking for volunteers for Mile of Flowers event
The city of Courtenay is looking for volunteers for a plant-in event set in late-May.The Mile of Flowers Plant-in is a tradition that started...
Housing needs report to be presented to Cumberland Council
A housing needs report will be presented to Cumberland council tonight.Senior planner Karin Albert is presenting the report to give an overview of the...
Coastal Fire Centre to ban Category 2 and 3 open fires Friday
Starting this Friday, most open fires will be prohibited on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast.This comes from BC Wildfire Service, saying that the...
Courtenay housing project raises concerns for local neighbours
A new provincial housing project is causing concern for local neighbours.In late March, the province announced they bought property on Braidwood Avenue to build...
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