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CVRD pursues permanent injunction to stop shipbreaking in Union Bay

CVRD pursues permanent injunction to stop shipbreaking in Union Bay

The Comox Valley Regional District is in the process of obtaining a permanent injunction to stop a contentious shipbreaking operation in Union Bay.
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Comox Valley district director appointed chair of FCM committee

Comox Valley district director appointed chair of FCM committee

Daniel Arbour, Area A director of the Comox Valley Regional District, has been appointed chair of the Municipal Infrastructure and Transportation committee of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities.
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Comox Valley directors to consider revised wood smoke reduction strategy

Comox Valley directors to consider revised wood smoke reduction strategy

In May, the Wood Smoke Reduction Strategy was presented to the Comox Valley Regional District board, which provided feedback to staff and recommendations for incorporation. A revised strategy will be presented to the board on Sept. 20.
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BREAKING: Evacuation Alert issued for Bulkley-Nechako region in northwest B.C in due to wildfire

BREAKING: Evacuation Alert issued for Bulkley-Nechako region in northwest B.C in due to wildfire

The Morice River wildfire is located approximately 45kms southwest of the District of Houston
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Denman, Hornby to benefit from stronger internet connections

Denman, Hornby to benefit from stronger internet connections

A greater number of residents on Denman and Hornby Islands will soon be able to enjoy high-speed internet as construction to lay subsea fibre optic cable nears completion in the Mid Island region.
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Parklet expands public space in downtown Courtenay

Parklet expands public space in downtown Courtenay

Downtown Courtenay 鈥� already one of Vancouver Island鈥檚 most vibrant shopping districts 鈥� now has a new gathering spot, with the completion of a multifunctional and adaptable 鈥減arklet鈥� on 4th Street next to the Courtenay & District Museum.
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CAF to conduct parachute training at 19 Wing Comox

CAF to conduct parachute training at 19 Wing Comox

The Canadian Forces School of Search and Rescue (CFSSAR) will conduct parachute recertification training for Search and Rescue (SAR) Technicians at 19 Wing Comox. Comox residents may hear a Skyvan aircraft flying overhead, and see parachutists jumping regularly between Aug. 22 and 26.
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Cumberland鈥檚 fire department stuck with need for new truck

Cumberland鈥檚 fire department stuck with need for new truck

鈥淲e knew about the problem with it, but we felt we could make it last.鈥�
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International Awareness Day to shed light on toxic drug crisis

International Awareness Day to shed light on toxic drug crisis

The Comox Valley Community Action Team (CAT) will draw attention to the drug toxicity crisis at International Awareness Day, Wednesday, Aug. 31 at Simms Park in Courtenay. The noon to 4 p.m. event will include speeches, performances and a memorial for loved ones. There will also be an educational component in terms of harm reduction and naloxone training.
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Heritage committee reviews Cumberland Hotel site plan changes

Heritage committee reviews Cumberland Hotel site plan changes

鈥淭hey also redesigned the building to add a few more units to make it more viable.鈥�
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