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Bumpy start for new Comox-Powell River ferry

For some passengers on the Salish Orca, BC Ferries’ newest vessel in the corporation’s fleet, travel hasn’t quite been smooth sailing.

Jun 6, 2017 1:30 AM Read more >

Boil water notice lifted for users of Comox Valley Water System

The Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) and Island Health have lifted the boil water notice for all users of the Comox Valley water system, effective immediately.

Jun 2, 2017 1:30 AM Read more >

North Island 9-1-1 expands fire dispatch service

North Island 911 Corporation (NI911) recently was awarded the Peace River Regional District contract for fire dispatch through a request for proposal process.

Jun 1, 2017 1:30 AM Read more >

Celebrating more than a new location

The Immigrant Welcome Centre, experts in settlement services, are not only celebrating their 25th anniversary, a new logo, becoming the new facilitators for the Language Service - LINC, but they have also moved into a new office.

Jun 1, 2017 1:30 AM Read more >

Battle of the Bands application forms now available

Young musicians are once again being invited to enter Courtenay’s annual Battle of the Bands contest.

Jun 1, 2017 1:30 AM Read more >

$11.7 million for new Comox Valley regional district office

AAP process to be used to approve $8.2M loan

Jun 1, 2017 1:30 AM Read more >

Puntledge penstock corridor closed to the public as Hydro removes abandoned hydroelectric works

BC Hydro is preparing to remove old and abandoned hydroelectric works near the Puntledge River.

May 31, 2017 1:30 AM Read more >

Scam artists fleece Courtenay distillery

A Courtenay distillery was ripped off for a couple thousand dollars on the Victoria Day weekend by a group claiming to be a gay event planning agency.

May 31, 2017 1:30 AM Read more >

Project Watershed AGM June 3

Board chair Paul Horgen, staff, volunteers and the board of directors invite the public to Project Watershed’s annual general meeting, and celebration of 23 years of stewardship service to the Comox Valley, Saturday, June 3.

May 30, 2017 1:30 AM Read more >

Cancer victim to die on his terms

Deep Bay man to undergo Death with Dignity procedure May 30

May 29, 2017 4:26 AM Read more >