Local News

Shannon Farms expands agri-tourism offerings

Alberni Valley dairy farm adds culinary events to its farm-to-table repertoire

Jul 18, 2025 5:00 AM Read more >

Cherry Creek votes to keep water, fire services in own district

Referendum question asked whether residents were in favour of converting services to Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District

Jul 17, 2025 5:00 AM Read more >

Fire at Port Alberni's Harbourview Apartments contained to one unit

Most residents returned to Port Alberni building within two hours: deputy fire chief

Jul 15, 2025 11:05 PM Read more >

Port Alberni City Council concerned over ballooning RCMP costs

Councillors said while the RCMP is vital and they value their work, regular and rapid cost increases are a concern

Jul 15, 2025 12:00 PM Read more >

Alberni motorcyclist may have life-altering injuries after crash near ferry terminal

37-year-old expected to survive collision between motorcycle and SUV in Tsawwassen

Jul 15, 2025 10:59 AM Read more >

More roadwork to interrupt Highway 4 traffic west of Port Alberni

Mainroad Contracting will be patching asphalt east of Sutton Summit July 16-17

Jul 15, 2025 10:55 AM Read more >

Road work at Cathedral Grove on Highway 4 will interrupt traffic July 17

Road crews will be installing signs at Cathedral Grove; drivers can expect single-lane, alternating traffic

Jul 14, 2025 12:50 PM Read more >

Overdue hiker walks out of bush as rescuers plan his search

Hiker uses spare car parts, ingenuity to rescue himself after trek to Della Falls goes horribly wrong

Jul 14, 2025 5:00 AM Read more >

UPDATE: Highway 17 reopens after major crash near Tsawwassen ferry

DriveBC reports both lanes now open between Salish Sea Drive and Tsawwassen Drive

Jul 12, 2025 1:35 PM Read more >

Downtown Island cannabis shop rejected for being too close to high school

North Cowichan defeats zoning amendment, says location a lunch-hour hangout spot for students

Jul 11, 2025 11:30 AM Read more >