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Errington man thankful lightning-exploded tree did not ignite

70-foot tree struck by lightning

Sep 11, 2023 1:30 AM Read more >

Qualicum Beach council approves Fern Road four-plexes

Council grants development permit at Sept. 6 meeting

Sep 9, 2023 4:30 AM Read more >

RCMP seek public’s assistance identifying Parksville break-in suspect

Items reported stolen from Rainbow Way show home

Sep 8, 2023 9:50 AM Read more >

PQB tourism association hopes for short-term rental changes

PQBTA and SOS have affordable housing program for tourism workers

Sep 8, 2023 4:30 AM Read more >

Vancouver Island high school bans cellphone use in class

Belmont Secondary School has formalized a policy which already existed in some classrooms

Sep 6, 2023 11:40 AM Read more >

Port Alberni woman, 61, dies after car and motorcycle collide

Incident took place on outskirts of Qualicum Beach

Sep 6, 2023 9:30 AM Read more >

E-bike fire in locker prompts Vancouver Island police station evacuation

Staff and officers knock down flames before Victoria firefighters arrive

Sep 6, 2023 9:10 AM Read more >

PODCAST: ‘Resilience Project’ program heard in 76 countries

PQBEAT: Parksville’s Cindy Thompson uncovers inspiring stories

Sep 6, 2023 5:40 AM Read more >

PQB crime report: RCMP report nighttime prowlers roaming city

Police also deal with thieves, trespassers

Sep 5, 2023 5:35 AM Read more >

Parksville Panters hockey classic to feature 28 teams

Tournament celebrating its 30th anniversary

Sep 4, 2023 5:30 AM Read more >