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North Islanders join in provincial protest against old growth logging

One of 17 events held across province

Sep 28, 2023 4:00 PM Read more >

Northisle Copper and Gold still years away from opening new mine

CEO says they’re only in the ninth year of what they believe is a 15-year sanctioning period

Sep 28, 2023 11:52 AM Read more >

Winter tires required by October 1

Designated highways require winter tires or chains from Oct 1 to March 31, other routes to April 30

Sep 28, 2023 10:00 AM Read more >

Famed carver’s 57-year-old totem pole returned home to his family

In 1966, BC Ferries commissioned a series of totem poles to be placed on its properties

Sep 27, 2023 10:59 AM Read more >

Koel’s Notes: Port McNeill council discusses Rogers, bylaws, and more

Rogers was hoping the third time would be the charm

Sep 26, 2023 5:10 AM Read more >

Koel’s Notes: Council discusses the future of Port McNeill’s waterfront

Sep 22, 2023 4:03 PM Read more >

North Island-Powell River MP seconds bill to lower grocery prices

NDP leader proposed bill to combat ‘price gouging’

Sep 21, 2023 2:30 PM Read more >

New sexual assault response program for the North Island

This new program will coordinate direct services to victims

Sep 21, 2023 5:10 AM Read more >

Rezoning won’t pass until more information given to Port Hardy council

The final reading for adoption was on council’s Sept. 12 meeting agenda

Sep 20, 2023 8:58 AM Read more >

Director of Corporate Services says goodbye to ‘fantastic community’

Ross Blackwell worked for the District of Port Hardy for the last two years and nine months

Sep 19, 2023 5:10 AM Read more >