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Nanaimo RCMP investigating fire set in house next to the one that exploded

Fire burned through kitchen floor at house that鈥檚 been boarded up since explosion two months ago

May 2, 2022 12:55 PM Read more >

Connect Warming Centre reopens in downtown Courtenay

Service that supports individuals experiencing homelessness had closed for a month

May 2, 2022 12:30 PM Read more >

Cumberland considers app for solid waste service info

The village could partner with regional district on getting the technology

May 1, 2022 1:30 PM Read more >

Health hub model faces some push-back at Comox-Strathcona board

Hospital district board is considering model to reduce demand on area hospitals

May 1, 2022 5:30 AM Read more >

Comox Valley school district one of the few facing balanced budget

鈥淲e don鈥檛 have a lot of extra money, but we鈥檙e able to cover our current costs.鈥�

Apr 30, 2022 3:30 PM Read more >

Cumberland police files hold steady, despite village鈥檚 growth

鈥淚鈥檝e heard around town that your presence is very welcome.鈥�

Apr 30, 2022 5:30 AM Read more >

P.E.I. asking Ottawa to change name of Confederation Bridge to Epekwitk Crossing

Members of the Prince Edward Island legislature voted unanimously Friday to ask the federal government to change the name of the Confederation Bridge to Epekwitk Crossing.

Apr 29, 2022 11:30 AM Read more >

School board pushes for playground speed zones

Advocates say change would provide clarity for drivers

Apr 29, 2022 10:15 AM Read more >

Cumberland extends temporary permit for cannabis business

With three-year renewal, applicant still has option to apply for rezoning

Apr 28, 2022 5:00 PM Read more >

Island expecting overflow tourism as Victoria, Tofino hotels fill up for summer

Tourism Nanaimo reports to council on plans and expectations for coming season

Apr 28, 2022 2:30 PM Read more >