Two salmon enhancement hatcheries on Vancouver Island received a much-needed boost recently from a local business.

The Creative Employment Access Society has welcomed the local Safeway store to the national Safe Harbour: Respect for All program.

This Thursday from 3 to 5 p.m., Cumberland Community School Society Environment Club members will be at Seeds Food Market as a part of the ongoing Laundry Project.

Immigrant newcomers to the Comox Valley participated in Literacy Week recently by touring the Comox Air Force Museum to learn about the heritage and history of CFB Comox.

In a world where religious communities are increasingly at odds and clashes of civilizations are rumoured, an educator and author is promoting the unity of religions through a pioneering new book.

The Comox Valley Chronic Pain Support Group hosts a talk and demonstration Feb. 15, with Clare Blanchflower, a Courtenay-based holistic natural health practitioner, yoga instructor and educator.

Saltwater School, the Comox Valley鈥檚 only Waldorf-inspired education, will hold an information and registration evening next week.

Animal lovers are invited to the Courtenay Airpark this Sunday to show support for tougher penalties and laws for animal cruelty.

You can make this Valentine鈥檚 Day special, and honour your own heart with playful mandala-making.