Local News

Police watchdog calls for probe in wake of Lowndes no-charge decision

None of the 15 IIO cases taken to trial where officers have not pled guilty have ended in conviction

Apr 26, 2024 1:58 PM Read more >

Orphaned orca calf swims out of lagoon after being trapped for weeks

Ehattesaht thankful for community support

Apr 26, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

New manager of recreation and community services announced for Port Hardy

‘Naomi Heith’s appointment marks an exciting new chapter for the District of Port Hardy’

Apr 25, 2024 5:10 AM Read more >

No charges against police who shot Indigenous man in Campbell River: family

Police watchdog referred file to crown to consider charges, family told charges will not proceed

Apr 23, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

Univ. of Victoria unions call for post-secondary funding reform amid budget cuts

Student and worker unions call on the province for change during $13 million budget cuts

Apr 22, 2024 2:33 PM Read more >

2 all-day planned power outages scheduled for the North Island

30 BC Hydro crews will be in town on May 26 replacing five end-of-life transmission structures

Apr 22, 2024 11:15 AM Read more >

Marine Education and Research Society communicates the vital importance of whales

On April 21, stunning and inspiring whale footage from MERS will air on BBC Earth

Apr 19, 2024 11:50 AM Read more >

Second earthquake hits off Northern Vancouver Island

The second earthquake occurred 191 km west of Port Alice

Apr 18, 2024 10:36 AM Read more >

4.8 magnitude earthquake rattles off Northern Vancouver Island

There are no reports of damage, and no Tsunami expected, says Earthquakes Canada

Apr 17, 2024 3:37 PM Read more >

‘Fairness for Every Generation’ budget misses the mark — MP Rachel Blaney

North Island-Powell River sees some beneficial parts in federal budget, questions others

Apr 17, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >