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RCMP make arrest in alleged hit-and-run involving Nanaimo family with baby

North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP have made an arrest in an alleged hit-and-run that took place almost two weeks ago involving a young family from Nanaimo.

Aug 29, 2017 10:00 AM Read more >

Andrew Scheer talks cabinet shuffle, NAFTA at Naramata event

The federal leader of the opposition spoke at an event at a Naramata winery Monday evening

Aug 29, 2017 9:07 AM Read more >

SALMON FEST: children’s bullhead derby cancelled for 2017

Test fisheries revealed there are no bullheads around new location

Aug 29, 2017 1:30 AM Read more >

Ucluelet First Nation opens satellite office in Port Alberni

Office will serve urban members of Ucluelet FN

Aug 28, 2017 8:30 PM Read more >

Cherry Creek fire crews respond to brush fire on Batty Rd

Fire suspected to be hydro caused

Aug 28, 2017 3:30 PM Read more >

Fall webworm nests hit the Cowichan Valley — no, they’re not tent caterpillars

Species nests in the late summer, early fall

Aug 28, 2017 3:05 PM Read more >

Man rescued from gully behind Alberni fairgrounds

Man spent five hours in gully before cries for help heard

Aug 28, 2017 1:37 PM Read more >

Rick Mercer reports from Vancouver Island

The popular Canadian comedy host was in the area Friday, shooting a segment for an upcoming season of his TV show.

Aug 25, 2017 8:00 PM Read more >

Ladysmith medical marijuana firm issues recall over pesticides in product

A Ladysmith-based licensed producer of medical marijuana has voluntarily recalled product from last year after random tests found pesticides “below quantifiable limits,” according to Health Canada.

Aug 25, 2017 6:18 PM Read more >

Rick Mercer reports from Vancouver Island

Rick Mercer is currently nesting on the Island.

Aug 25, 2017 3:30 PM Read more >