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Sooke RCMP renew call for help finding man missing in Fairy Creek watershed area

Sooke RCMP renew call for help finding man missing in Fairy Creek watershed area

Gerald Kearney has been missing since Oct. 13
Comox Valley school district seeks input on non-discrimination policy

Comox Valley school district seeks input on non-discrimination policy

Policy 24 includes board’s commitment to creating an inclusive environment
Courtenay council approves funding reallocation to complete sewer project

Courtenay council approves funding reallocation to complete sewer project

Courtenay city council has approved reallocating funds from other projects and reserves in 2021 to complete the Greenwood Trunk Sewer due to groundwater issues which have impacted excavation.
Telus proposes solution for poor cell coverage in rural Comox Valley neighbourhood

Telus proposes solution for poor cell coverage in rural Comox Valley neighbourhood

Tower proposal draws mixed reviews
Vancouver Island MPs want immediate federal oversight in container ship clean-up

Vancouver Island MPs want immediate federal oversight in container ship clean-up

More than 100 containers went overboard from the MV Zim Kingston near Victoria last week
Courtenay-Alberni MP Gord Johns appointed mental health and addictions critic

Courtenay-Alberni MP Gord Johns appointed mental health and addictions critic

Johns calls for reforms in face of opioid overdose crisis
Summer heat dome killed 48 on Vancouver Island: BC Coroners Service

Summer heat dome killed 48 on Vancouver Island: BC Coroners Service

A total of 595 people died due to summer heat waves across B.C.
Victim’s daughter calls for more mental health supports

Victim’s daughter calls for more mental health supports

Accused thought elderly victim was a ‘lizard person’ because of gold purse
Bridge repairs, COVID a double whammy for Courtenay businesses

Bridge repairs, COVID a double whammy for Courtenay businesses

The COVID pandemic, coupled with an extended period to repair the 5th Street Bridge, has been making it tough for Rod Robertson to conduct business. In fact, the owner of Courtenay Barbers at 5th and Cliffe is worried he might lose his business altogether.
Comox Valley Regional District board announces 2022 priorities

Comox Valley Regional District board announces 2022 priorities

The Comox Valley Regional District board has agreed on its key areas of focus for the coming year, which marks the final term for its directors.
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