With heavy rain in the forecast, the City of Campbell River is asking locals to help prevent localized flooding in their neighbourhood. A rainfall warning is currently in effect for communities on east Vancouver Island, including Courtenay to Campbell River. Environment Canada says impacted areas could see anywhere from 50...

He’s a 13-year-old lifesaver. Brian Morrison is being credited for helping save two people from drug overdoses this month. In both cases, Brian overcame his extreme anxiety to get help. When the staff at Comox Valley Dodge heard about Brian’s heroics, they rewarded him with some swag, $100 dollars, and the invite...

Housing affordability isn’t just a big city problem. That’s according to BC Non-Profit Housing Association CEO Jill Atkey, who says it’s impacting every corner of the province. Atkey says that for renters in particular, the struggle is real. “When we look at the proportion of renters spending more than they can afford...

It’s almost election day. In the leadup to Monday, Sept. 20th, our newsroom is speaking with local candidates. We touched on three hot-button issues: housing affordability, COVID pandemic recovery, short and long-term action on climate change, and one other topic they may have as a campaign priority. Today, it’s North Island-Powell...

A man wanted by police on the North Island for "serious offences" has been arrested in Campbell River. Jeremy Smith was found and taken into custody without incident this past Saturday, Sept. 11th, after a tip was received from downtown security patrols, Campbell River RCMP Cst. Maury Tyre says. The Port...

Fundraising efforts are paying off in Campbell River. A local cannabis shop raised over $8,000 to help those affected by the wildfires ravaging parts of British Columbia. Checking today’s numbers on the BC Wildfire Dashboard, just under 200 wildfires are burning in B.C., with the yearly wildfire count jumping significantly...