Local News

Request is in response to evolving COVID-19 situation

Organization felt it was most responsible thing to do to help stop virus spread

The Comox Valley Farmers’ Market moved Saturday from the Native Sons Hall to the Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds.

Fire department handles blaze, prevents damage to nearby homes

Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District and City of Port Alberni unite with West Coast communities.

Associations and government officials on Hornby and Denman Islands have united in respectfully requesting that visitors and residents observe the guidance of the BC Health Office and the Canadian government, issued March 19, to self-isolate at home, and to reduce all non-essential travel and movement.

Visits allowed for critically ill, those in end-of-life care or those that need escorts

After carefully considering available options, the Comox Valley Regional District made the difficult decision March 19 to issue layoff notices to United Steelworker Union staff who work at the Comox Valley Sports and Comox Valley Aquatic Centres.

United Way Central & Northern Vancouver Island (UWCNVI) is launching a fundraising appeal to rally support for under-served populations during the coronavirus crisis.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Loblaw Companies is temporarily waiving the five cent plastic bag fee to discourage the use of reusable bags.