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The confluence of the Tsolum and Puntlege Rivers not only creates a good kayking location, but a good location for kayakers to meet, especially for the Puntledge River Paddle Festival.

It seems six inches can make a big difference. Residents living near a proposed multi-residential development on Piercy Avenue raised concerns about variances for the project last week at a Courtenay council meeting and asked to have the proposed fence between the development and their homes increased from six feet to six feet and six inches.

Compassion, selflessness and generosity are just a few of the reasons two staff members and two volunteers were recognized last Wednesday at St. Joseph's General Hospital.

Katie Clarkson is combining her love of photography with raising money for the Canadian Cancer Society. For the second year in a row, the 18-year-old is offering Photo Shoots for Cancer during May, donating the proceeds of her work to Relay for Life.

The Wilderness Committee and concerned local citizens are gearing up to voice their opposition as the proposed Raven Underground Coal Mine entered the environmental assessment public comment period last Wednesday.

Just in time to get fit for the summer, the official opening for the newly expanded Comox Recreation Centre is set for June 17 at 3 p.m.

The province has recognized a local non-profit society for its innovative work to help recover fish in the Tsolum River.

Stage Two water restrictions will be in place in the Comox Valley from June 1 until Sept. 30. Lawn sprinkling restrictions help curb peak demands in summer due to heavy water use, primarily for watering lawns.