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A Courtenay development company will need to satisfy several revisions before its proposal near Crown Isle Resort is considered for rezoning.

Courtenay council unanimously approved Monday a 3.22 per cent overall property tax increase. This includes 2.72 per cent for general operations and debt servicing, and the remaining .5 per cent is related to the Infrastructure Renewal Reserve Levy. A large portion of the increase – about two per cent – is from external cost increases, including higher minimum wage rates and policing services.

Local sewing community produces masks for seniors in an apartment

North Island Hospital has been asked to share its perinatal COVID-19 response plan

North Island-Powell River MP Rachel Blaney is working from home as she self-quarantines during the coronavirus epidemic.

North Island College students will be able to take advantage of increased emergency funding starting Friday, April 3, thanks to a $206,500 boost from the provincial government.

Funding for students experiencing financial strain that may affect their ability to continue studies

The handyDART service in the Comox Valley is offering free deliveries for groceries and prescriptions while the coronavirus pandemic wears on.

B.C. Ferries announces major changes to sailing schedules for 60 days starting Saturday, April 4

Canadian Blood Services says it’s safe to donate blood during the COVID-19 crisis.