Ethan Morneau

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SRD wants feedback on recent prolonged power outages

This month's winter storms left many without power for extended periods in a handful of North Island communities. With this in mind, the SRD has teamed up with the affected...

Staff shortage to blame for North Island school closure

Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, a school serving hundreds of students on North Vancouver Island is temporarily closing its doors due to a lack of staff. In a letter to...

Ripple Rock Trail closed due to flooding, downed hydro lines

You won’t be able to hike this popular trail for the time being. Recreation Sites and Trails BC says the Ripple Rock Trail, located north of Campbell River, is closed...

Alzheimer Awareness: Local society wants you to learn about the disease

With Alzheimer's Awareness Month underway, the Alzheimer Society of British Columbia is pointing to this year's motto: "Don't change. Even if they do." The campaign inspires others to reflect on...

Campbell Riverites invited to take part in Sunday beach cleanup

Campbell River is a year-round refuge of natural beauty, with its expansive shoreline and ocean views. This weekend, the Discovery Passage Aquarium is hosting a beach cleanup and it's inviting...

Parking fees return to BC hospitals, health authority sites this March

After officials scrapped it at the onset of COVID-19, pay to park soon returns to all BC hospitals and health authority sites. The Province of BC announced today that parking...

Sportsplex weight room reopens, fitness classes to resume

Some good news for local fitness enthusiasts. After BC health officials announced the easing of some restrictions this week, the City of Campbell River is ready to reopen the Sportsplex...

Long-term care homes in Courtenay, Port Hardy face COVID-19 outbreaks

Island Health is declaring more COVID-19 outbreaks in long-term care homes across Vancouver Island, including in the Comox Valley and Port Hardy. Three resident cases have been identified at Comox...

COVID-19: Major BC grocery chain moves to 50% capacity

A grocery store chain with locations across Vancouver Island, including Campbell River, is moving to 50 per cent capacity. In...

BC trucking convoy Ottawa-bound in opposition of vaccine mandate

BC truckers will participate in a Canada-wide convoy protesting the new federal vaccine mandate. The convoy is being organized by...

Insured damage from BC’s ‘atmospheric river’ of storms totals $515 million

It’s being labelled as the costliest insured event in BC history. The Insurance Bureau of Canada said insured damage from...

Over $5K raised for CR PAWS through Betty White Challenge

A love for animals abounds locally and throughout BC, as animal welfare and rescue organizations report an influx of...

Refund milk and plant-based containers at Return-It depots starting Feb. 1

There's a 'cash cow' sitting in your fridge. Next month, British Columbians can head to their local Return-It collection site...

Island Health adjusting services due to Omicron-related staffing shortages

Several temporary service adjustments are underway at Vancouver Island hospitals due to Omicron-related COVID-19 staffing shortages and challenges. In a...

Gyms and fitness centres can reopen this Thursday, Jan. 20

Gyms across BC can reopen their doors this week with increased safety protocols and capacity limits. Provincial Health Officer Dr....

Police crackdown on Hells Angels’ Vancouver Island drug trafficking network

Police are taking aim at gangs and organized crime around Vancouver Island. A year-long investigation into an alleged drug trafficking...
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