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Philippine Mars departs Sproat Lake again but forced to land near Victoria

Philippine Mars departs Sproat Lake again but forced to land near Victoria

The roar of the Philippine Mars' four radial engines could be heard by those on the ground at the bomber base, but low clouds and fog obscured its passing but for a few seconds. As the engine noise faded away, it began to rain gently at the lake.
Philippine Mars plans second attempt to fly to San Francisco on Sunday

Philippine Mars plans second attempt to fly to San Francisco on Sunday

Oil pressure problem forced iconic plane to return to Sproat Lake after first 'final' farewell Dec. 11.
Thousands without power in B.C. amid high winds, storm surge warning issued

Thousands without power in B.C. amid high winds, storm surge warning issued

Metro Vancouver area could be hit with 70-kilometre-per-hour winds and gusts of up to 100 kilometres per hour
Comox Valley's E-bike program seeing 'great indicators' of success — program business manager

Comox Valley's E-bike program seeing 'great indicators' of success — program business manager

More needed, as Comox Valley has 'basically made no dent' in cycling/pedestrian mode share targets — CVRD staff
Final Mars waterbomber will depart Port Alberni Wednesday, Dec. 11

Final Mars waterbomber will depart Port Alberni Wednesday, Dec. 11

Pilots Pete Killin and Todd Davis hope to fly by Harbour Quay after estimated 9:30 a.m. departure from Sproat Lake
UPDATE: Search for missing man called off in Comox Valley

UPDATE: Search for missing man called off in Comox Valley

Wayne Jardine was reported missing on Dec. 9
Cumberland’s Lake Park Society celebrates 10 years

Cumberland’s Lake Park Society celebrates 10 years

The Society has set the bar for regenerative tourism
Greater Victoria aquarium seeks public input to crown this year’s Salish Sea Idol

Greater Victoria aquarium seeks public input to crown this year’s Salish Sea Idol

This year’s contenders include the bald eagle, humpback whale, salmon, and sea star
City of Courtenay to take part in public recreation barriers research

City of Courtenay to take part in public recreation barriers research

Langara College received $355,000 grant for research into public recreation barriers faced by diverse communities
Last of the Martin Mars waterbombers makes first flight in 17 years

Last of the Martin Mars waterbombers makes first flight in 17 years

Philippine Mars lifts off briefly from Sproat Lake; final departure still a waiting game