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The Parksville Civic and Technology Centre, at 100 Jensen Ave. (PQB News photo)

Parksville investigating areas of potential environmental concern in operations yard

Will test soil, groundwater and vapour for presence of potential contaminants

The Dashwood Volunteer Fire Department will be holding its annual head shaving fundraiser this coming September. (PQB News file photo)

Dashwood fire department head shaving event to raise funds for Tour de Rock

Annual event to take place Sept. 25

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Qualicum Beach looks to reduce vehicle speeds on busy highway corridor

New solar-powered speed reader board set up on Highway 19A near Hall Road

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An elephant and her calf are rescued from a deep pit in Thailand. (Associated Press/screenshot)
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Oceanside Generals general manager Rick Hannibal visits the PQB News/VI Daily studios. (Peter McCully photo)

PODCAST: Talking hockey with Oceanside Generals general manager Rick Hannibal

PQBeat: Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League side preps for 2022-23 season

Oceanside Generals general manager Rick Hannibal visits the PQB News/VI Daily studios. (Peter McCully photo)
The Fridays for Future group from Kwalikum Secondary School has been staging their protest about climate change at the Town Hall in Qualicum Beach every Friday. (Michael Briones photo)

Town of Qualicum Beach declares climate, housing, health care emergencies

Only one councillor opposed declaration

The Fridays for Future group from Kwalikum Secondary School has been staging their protest about climate change at the Town Hall in Qualicum Beach every Friday. (Michael Briones photo)
Department of Fishers and Oceans Canada and people in Nanoose Bay rescued a beached porpoise Aug. 14. (Submitted photo)

Beached porpoise calf rescued from tidal pool in Nanoose Bay

Baby porpoise found thrashing in sand and rocks near Pacific Shores Resort and Spa

Department of Fishers and Oceans Canada and people in Nanoose Bay rescued a beached porpoise Aug. 14. (Submitted photo)
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A pair of baby birds remain in care after the two nestling house finches were found alone on the ground beside a deceased sibling. (BC SPCA Wild ARC/Facebook)
VIDEO: Greater Victoria wildlife centre celebrates 25 years with pair of bird releases
The latest census figures show a record high number of people in Canada now have a mother tongue other than French or English. People shop in Chinatown in Vancouver, Friday, February 5, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward
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Jordan Smith get some air during men’s wakeboarding at the Wake Provincials at Sproat Lake on Saturday, Aug. 13. (ELENA RARDON / Alberni Valley News)
B.C. wakeboarding provincials ride over Sproat Lake
Moms Stop the Harm tied purple ribbons along Robson Street in Vancouver on Tuesday Aug. 16 to memorialize the 10,000 people who have died of toxic drugs in B.C. since a public health emergency was declared in 2016. (Cole Schisler/Black Press Media)
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Heat wave forecast to hit eastern Vancouver Island on Wednesday and Thursday. (File photo)

Heat warning issued for eastern Vancouver Island

Temperatures expected to moderate by Friday

Heat wave forecast to hit eastern Vancouver Island on Wednesday and Thursday. (File photo)
Victor Kraatz. (Submitted photo)

PODCAST: Legendary figure skating champion Victor Kraatz looks back at career

PQBeat: Skater has coached top hockey prospects

Victor Kraatz. (Submitted photo)
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PQB crime report: RCMP nab suspect prowling at night in Parksville

RCMP also deal with theft of ATV, vandalism to business washroom

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The Parksville Civic and Technology Centre at 100 Jensen Ave. (PQB News file photo)

Parksville council eyes more parking spaces near city hall

Motion to convert portion of green space passes

The Parksville Civic and Technology Centre at 100 Jensen Ave. (PQB News file photo)
Qualicum Beach Coun. Robert Filmer. (Submitted photo)

PODCAST: Qualicum Beach Coun. Robert Filmer looks ahead to aviation career

PQBeat: Councillor won’t seek second term

Qualicum Beach Coun. Robert Filmer. (Submitted photo)
A steam train exhibit from the Vancouver Island Garden Railway Club during Railway Day 2021. (Peter McCully photo)

Parksville Museum teams up with model railroaders to stage Railway Day for 2022

Event runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 20

A steam train exhibit from the Vancouver Island Garden Railway Club during Railway Day 2021. (Peter McCully photo)
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Parksville looks into increased security measures in community park

Director of operations notes sharp increase in vandalism

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View from the reconnaissance flight. BC Wildfire Service

Mt. Evans fire near Kimberley being monitored by helicopters and air tankers

Terrain is not safe for ground crews says BC Wildfire Service

View from the reconnaissance flight. BC Wildfire Service
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Qualicum Beach council votes 3-2 to advance controversial housing development

Westbroek, Skipsey wanted issue deferred following dismissal of defamation lawsuit

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Engine No. 2 has returned home to the Qualicum Beach Fire Department. (Robert Filmer photo)

Historic fire truck purchased, donated back to Town of Qualicum Beach

Engine No. 2 now parked inside fire department

Engine No. 2 has returned home to the Qualicum Beach Fire Department. (Robert Filmer photo)
BC Wildfire Service crews mopping up as a result of the Keremeos Creek wildfire. (BC Wildfire Service- Facebook)

Keremeos Creek wildfire evacuation orders rescinded for Olalla

Village of Apex and portion of Green Mountain Road remain on evacuation

BC Wildfire Service crews mopping up as a result of the Keremeos Creek wildfire. (BC Wildfire Service- Facebook)
The Arrowsmith Search and Rescue’s new operations centre is now complete. A special event is set to take place Oct. 10. (PQB News file photo)

Arrowsmith Search and Rescue set to celebrate completion of new operations centre

Special event to be held Oct. 1

The Arrowsmith Search and Rescue’s new operations centre is now complete. A special event is set to take place Oct. 10. (PQB News file photo)
Town of Qualicum Beach council wants to see the completion of the new waterfront park at the former St. Andrews Lodge site along 3319 Island Highway West. (PQB News file photo)

St. Andrews Lodge Historical and Cultural Society granted charitable status by CRA

Qualicum Beach to ask residents if they would allow town to help fund renovation

Town of Qualicum Beach council wants to see the completion of the new waterfront park at the former St. Andrews Lodge site along 3319 Island Highway West. (PQB News file photo)
The West Coast Vaulters will be showcase their skills at the 2022 Coombs Fair. (PQB News file photo)

Popular Coombs Fair returns to fairgrounds for 109th year

Summer event to take place starting Aug. 13

The West Coast Vaulters will be showcase their skills at the 2022 Coombs Fair. (PQB News file photo)