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Heathens Club Receiving Support In Their Latest Fight

David Boles — Sat, 22 Apr 2017 21:57:14 +0000

Heathens club members gathered outside the courts in downtown Campbell River to show their support for their members. Club members are facing charges of illegal camping and face up to […]

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Hiker injured in Strathcona Park

Sarah Nolette — Mon, 04 Jul 2016 20:30:13 +0000

Comox Valley Ground Search and Rescue responded to a scene at Strathcona Provincial Park.

A 42-year old woman fell between 20 to 30 metres off of a ridge onto the rocks at Augerpoint on Saturday.

The woman was walking with a partner, who signaled for help.

Ground Search and Rescue manager Paul Berry says the hikers were well prepared.

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The woman was taken to hospital in Comox before being transported to Victoria.

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Strathcona Fires over the long weekend

Sarah Nolette — Wed, 25 May 2016 18:13:51 +0000

The Coastal Fire Centre is thanking residents for reporting in two fires in Strathcona Park on the long weekend.

Fire Information Officer Donna MacPherson says both fires were caused by lightning.

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MacPherson says reporting signs of smoke allows crews to get on top of fires quickly to prevent them from spreading.

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