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Arrowsmith Search and Rescue member honoured for bravery during 2020 rescue

MP Gord Johns presents Nick Rivers with Governor General’s Award

Apr 25, 2024 5:30 AM Read more >

Oceanside RCMP apprehend person under Mental Health Act

Police: no injuries or criminal offence

Apr 24, 2024 3:55 PM Read more >

Wolf-dog roaming loose in Parksville Qualicum Beach area reportedly shot dead

Resident makes claim but officials unable to confirm status of animal

Apr 24, 2024 10:30 AM Read more >

BC Humanist Association plans legal action against City of Parksville for council prayer

BCHA: Inaugural meeting included ‘explicitly Christian’ prayer

Apr 24, 2024 5:30 AM Read more >

NDP secures tax break for volunteer firefighters, SAR teams in federal budget

Fire chiefs say MP Gord Johns’ advocating for higher benefits will help with recruitment, retention

Apr 23, 2024 12:00 PM Read more >

Emergency Management Oceanside receives $60K grant

Funding to be used to facilitate training scenarios, purchase equipment

Apr 22, 2024 4:30 PM Read more >

Univ. of Victoria unions call for post-secondary funding reform amid budget cuts

Student and worker unions call on the province for change during $13 million budget cuts

Apr 22, 2024 2:33 PM Read more >

Parksville moves to Stage 2 outdoor water restrictions May 1

City: Restrictions will be in effect until further notice

Apr 22, 2024 5:30 AM Read more >

Qualicum Beach residents raise concerns regarding town’s tree bylaw

Council to review bylaw based on feeback collected

Apr 22, 2024 4:30 AM Read more >

Budget 2024 a win for Courtenay-Alberni but ‘disappointing’ for Canada: MP

Housing, youth mental health, school lunches are all benefits for Vancouver Island riding

Apr 22, 2024 4:00 AM Read more >