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The annual Comox Valley Christmas Parade had the usual array of colourful floats, business entries, volunteer groups and good cheer.

Dec 1, 2011 8:00 AM Read more >

Basic ICBC premiums to jump 11 per cent

Cut in optional rates to offset much of the pain for most B.C. motorists

Dec 1, 2011 6:00 AM Read more >

Years in the making, Alpine Centre opening on Mount Washington

After years of planning and construction, the new non-profit Vancouver Island Mountain Centre is set to open its doors Dec. 8.

Dec 1, 2011 5:00 AM Read more >

Live shell found in Lazo home detonated safely

A shell, almost 100 years old, was safely destroyed at CFB Comox after it was discovered and reported by a Lazo resident.

Nov 30, 2011 7:00 PM Read more >

UPDATE: B.C. suspends its strictest roadside penalties

The toughest of B.C.'s new impaired driving penalties infringe people's constitutional rights, a judge has ruled.

Nov 30, 2011 6:00 AM Read more >

Unless you're an experienced kayaker, stay out of Puntledge River this weekend

BC Hydro plans to release extra water, warning the public to avoid the Puntledge River on Saturday and Sunday.

Nov 30, 2011 6:00 AM Read more >

Improved accessibility considered for Waverley Hotel in Cumberland

Conner Copeman and Waverley Hotel owner Don McClellan hope to improve wheelchair accessibility at the front of The Wave.

Nov 29, 2011 8:00 PM Read more >

ICBC to seek 2012 rate increase

ICBC is applying for a basic insurance rate increase, as bodily injury claims increase.

Nov 29, 2011 4:00 PM Read more >

Newlyweds burned out of Comox home

Newlyweds Tyler and Dallas Carriere were preparing for a home birth shortly before Christmas. Dallas is due Dec. 21.

Nov 29, 2011 4:00 PM Read more >

Anonymous commenting on Black Press websites will end

BCLocalNews.com and our family of websites are asked why we allow visitors to post anonymous comments.

Nov 29, 2011 4:00 PM Read more >