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Growth, HST help reduce B.C. deficit

Growth, HST help reduce B.C. deficit

The B.C. government finished the fiscal year this spring with a deficit of $309 million, nearly $1 billion less than what was forecast last fall.
China passes U.S. as B.C. lumber buyer

China passes U.S. as B.C. lumber buyer

Chinese buyers purchased $122 million worth of B.C. lumber in May, surpassing the value of lumber shipments to the United States for the first time ever.

RCMP request help in locating missing person

Princeton resident, Wanda Foss missing for approximately three weeks.

Refocusing Sprott-Shaw remaining open in Courtenay

Although it hasn't been accepting new students, the Courtenay campus of Sprott-Shaw Community College will remain open as the college restructures and changes its focus.

Call Bc Hydro and save some energy

BC Hydro’s Energy Conservation Assistance Program has helped residents at Lion's Valley View Estates in Courtenay to lower their energy consumption and save on hydro bills.
Retiring Comox hospital CEO thanked for service

Retiring Comox hospital CEO thanked for service

St. Joseph's General Hospital Foundation president and CEO Michael Pontus attended his last annual general meeting at the hospital last Friday.
Nissan dealership optimistic about future in Comox Valley

Nissan dealership optimistic about future in Comox Valley

With a new building, almost doubling of staff and increased sales, Comox Valley Nissan is running on all cylinders.

Growing therapeutic riding group hoping to extend lease

The non-profit Comox Valley Therapeutic Riding Society hopes to extend the lease at its Headquarters Road facility in order to secure funds.

St. Joseph's Hospital board optimistic after period of controversy

It's been a year of challenge and controversy at St. Joseph's General Hospital, but during the hospital's annual general meeting last week, board members were feeling pretty positive.
Music will continue under new Waverley Hotel owner in Cumberland

Music will continue under new Waverley Hotel owner in Cumberland

The Waverley Hotel has a new owner, but pub patrons and music lovers can rest assured the atmosphere and entertainment scene at the Cumberland landmark will remain as is.
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