Local News

Fall webworm nests hit the Cowichan Valley — no, they’re not tent caterpillars

Species nests in the late summer, early fall

Aug 28, 2017 3:05 PM Read more >

Rick Mercer reports from Vancouver Island

The popular Canadian comedy host was in the area Friday, shooting a segment for an upcoming season of his TV show.

Aug 25, 2017 8:00 PM Read more >

Ladysmith medical marijuana firm issues recall over pesticides in product

A Ladysmith-based licensed producer of medical marijuana has voluntarily recalled product from last year after random tests found pesticides “below quantifiable limits,” according to Health Canada.

Aug 25, 2017 6:18 PM Read more >

Significant water leak on Mine Road in Port McNeill

“A few months ago the leak was much smaller and only contributed to a small puddle of water.”

Aug 25, 2017 9:58 AM Read more >

Alert Bay boil water advisory lifted

The tests came back showing no bacteria.

Aug 24, 2017 4:44 PM Read more >

Ladysmith runner creates giant minion design on local roads

Ladysmith’s Sean Sherstone tapped into his creative side during a morning run on Wednesday.

Aug 23, 2017 1:30 PM Read more >

Update: Kaikash Creek Wildfire still being monitored

The wildfire southeast of Telegraph Cove is ‘under control’

Aug 23, 2017 11:59 AM Read more >

Bike thief seen on video, found after she rode stolen bike to RCMP office.

Owner discovered bike thief at police station with the bicycle.

Aug 22, 2017 3:26 PM Read more >

Major changes coming to BC Ferries

Passengers no longer allowed to remain on lower vehicle deck and complete smoking ban coming in 2018.

Aug 22, 2017 1:30 PM Read more >

Plane from Langley airport crashes in Sunshine Coast

Cessna failed to brake, RCMP said

Aug 22, 2017 6:25 AM Read more >