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Theft conviction nets 97 days in jail for Port Hardy man

Court briefs by editor Teresa Bird cover three cases: a theft conviction, a marijuana possession conviction, and a conviction relating to violation of the fisheries act.

Ronna-Rae Leonard wins North Vancouver Island NDP federal nomination

Port McNeill Town Councillor Shirley Ackland will not be the federal NDP candidate for Vancouver Island North in the next election. Courtenay Councillor Ronna-Rae Leonard, became the NDPs candidate on Sunday. The newly appointed candidate says the HST, pensions for seniors, and protecting the coast from oil spills will be key issues in the next federal election campaign.
Port Hardy's Harvest Food bank continues under new leadership

Port Hardy's Harvest Food bank continues under new leadership

The Harvest Food Bank has some new people sowing assistance to those in need and it can use some help. Members of the Seventh Day Adventist churches in Port Hardy stepped up to run the food bank after founder and manager Pierre Beaulieu announced he would like to retire.

Port McNeill council votes not to pay Communities in Bloom application fee

Port McNeill Council will not pay the Communities in Bloom application fee of $475 this year because of the other costs incurred by the town to support the program.

Leaky hot tub at Port Hardy's pool to be replaced

The whirlpool at the swimming pool has been leaking for some time and is too small for the number of people using it, said a report commissioned by the Port Hardy Recreation Centre. Port Hardy council agreed to replace the existing tub with a concrete pool that will last about 40 years.
Tree falls into Port Hardy's Eagle View Elementary's grounds

Tree falls into Port Hardy's Eagle View Elementary's grounds

Port Hardy fisherman lost at sea presumed drowned

Port Hardy fisherman lost at sea presumed drowned

A Port Hardy fisherman who is believed to have fallen overboard in Fitz Hugh Sound has not been found and is presumed drowned, say RCMP.
Lekstrom back in B.C. Liberal fold

Lekstrom back in B.C. Liberal fold

New premier gears up for HST vote

New premier gears up for HST vote

Roadside penalty appeals considered

Roadside penalty appeals considered