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Federal NDP to choose candidate Feb. 27

With three nominees in the race, the federal NDP will choose their candidate for Vancouver Island North at a nomination meeting Feb. 27 in Courtenay.

Changes lead to bigger facility

Altered design plans for a women’s transition shelter have the facility expanded from its original proposal.

Drunken scuffle leads to injury

A drunken argument led to a bloody injury on Feb. 3.
Michael’s new lease on life

Michael’s new lease on life

Michael Bro’s partner wasn’t sure he was going to live to see Christmas.

Trevena blasts ferry fare hikes

The B.C. Liberals continue to leave families to fend for themselves as B.C. Ferries CEO David Hahn threatens fare hikes of up to 100 per cent over the next four years, say the New Democrats.

Brothers arrested during drug sting

Two brothers are facing drug charges following a sting operation by Mounties.

Flow over Elk Falls to increase

This will be a good week to see Elk Falls at its thundering best. Starting tonight, BC Hydro will be increasing the discharge from the John Hart Dam down the Elk Falls Canyon for flood risk management.
NDP hopeful still doesn’t like run-of-the-river private power

NDP hopeful still doesn’t like run-of-the-river private power

The “shelf life” of NDP leader is about four years, figures John Horgan.

Anti-idling policy on idle

An anti-idling policy for the city is being put on hold until next year.

Freestanding washrooms to be installed downtown

The search for a public washroom downtown during outdoor community events should be a bit easier this summer.