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Mental health and substance-use solutions pitched at Vancouver Island summit

Mental health and substance-use solutions pitched at Vancouver Island summit

Preventative actions, correctional release support, industry-focused resources discussed
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Non-profit advocates trail over rail for Vancouver Island

Non-profit advocates trail over rail for Vancouver Island

The owner of the Island Rail corridor says the limitations of a single-lane highway justify an investment in trains on Vancouver Island, but a non-profit group says the costs are far too prohibitive to restore train service.
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Cumberland Mayor bids farewell, leaves council with message

Cumberland Mayor bids farewell, leaves council with message

Cumberland Mayor Leslie Baird kicked off her final meeting Monday, Oct. 24 with a proverb that says, 鈥楥harity begins at home,鈥� suggesting to take care of family and friends before helping others.
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Former Islamic State member released on bail to live in Chilliwack

Former Islamic State member released on bail to live in Chilliwack

Kimberly Polman will live with her sister and she will have to adhere to 25 conditions
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Comox Strathcona Waste Management tipping fees going up Jan. 1

Comox Strathcona Waste Management tipping fees going up Jan. 1

Fees will help drive positive change, reduce load contamination
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Comox Valley Regional District offers earthquake preparedness session

Comox Valley Regional District offers earthquake preparedness session

Each year, thousands of people face emergency situations that can affect their lives forever. Emergencies can change an entire neighbourhood in a matter of days, so it鈥檚 important to be prepared before disasters strike.
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Courtenay residents reminded of fireworks restrictions

Courtenay residents reminded of fireworks restrictions

With Halloween weekend approaching, the City of Courtenay and the Courtenay Fire Department are reminding residents that fireworks are restricted within city limits.
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Wild B.C. population of critically endangered spotted owl jumps from 1 to 4

Wild B.C. population of critically endangered spotted owl jumps from 1 to 4

Conservation made possible due to partnership between Spuzzum First Nation and provincial government
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Dangerous whale entanglement off Texada solved by patient rescue team, acrobatic whale

Dangerous whale entanglement off Texada solved by patient rescue team, acrobatic whale

Complicated extended operation frees humpback in Georgia Strait
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List of B.C.鈥檚 鈥榮cariest and least-wanted trick-or-treaters鈥� unveiled with actors

List of B.C.鈥檚 鈥榮cariest and least-wanted trick-or-treaters鈥� unveiled with actors

Crime Stoppers offers reward of up to $5,000 for anonymous information that leads to an arrest
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