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Annual Golden Brush Awards

The awards recognize excellence in businesses and individuals, particularly those that contribute to the community.
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Fatal crash in Crofton

It didn’t take long for 2015 to take a tragic turn in Cowichan.
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Ladysmith Fire/Rescue Historical Society Christmas Tree Chipping

Ladysmith Fire/Rescue Historical Society Christmas Tree Chipping

Doug Alyward adds another tree to the pile behind the Ladysmith Fire Hall Jan. 4
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Ladysmith Guides collected cold weather clothing for “Coats for Folks” program

Ladysmith Guides collected cold weather clothing for “Coats for Folks” program

The girls really went above and beyond for this clothing drive.
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Ladysmith Secondary School’s Grade 8 band performs

Ladysmith Secondary School’s Grade 8 band performs

Ladysmith Secondary School’s Grade 8 band performs during the school’s annual Christmas band concert Dec. 16
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Get your tree chipped Jan. 3 & 4

Not sure what to do with your Christmas tree? Ladysmith Fire/Rescue has your answer.
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FOL work party Jan. 18

The work party starts at 9 a.m., and anyone who would like to help is asked to meet at the upper parking lot at 49th Parallel Grocery.
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Festival of Trees raises more than $2,200 for KidSport

Festival of Trees raises more than $2,200 for KidSport

KidSport Cowichan has received a big boost from the organizers of the Chemainus Gardens Festival of Trees.
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Celebration of Light raises almost $5,500

Celebration of Light raises almost $5,500

This year, in addition to supporting the Ladysmith Food Bank, the Celebration of Light also raised money for the Ladysmith Soup Kitchen.
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Waterwheel Square expected to be completed this week

Construction began at the end of August so as to not disrupt summer traffic for businesses and tourism in the area.
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