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Environment Canada issues wind warning for Ladysmith, Chemainus

Ladysmith and Chemainus residents are bracing for strong winds forecasted for east Vancouver Island.

Apr 7, 2017 9:48 AM Read more >

Chemainus teacher to read iconic war poem at Vimy Ridge

Janet Ruest invited to participate in ceremony commemorating 100-year anniversary of battle

Apr 7, 2017 9:00 AM Read more >

Ladysmith Resources Centre Association holding open house at new extreme weather shelter

The public will be offered a sneak peak tomorrow of Ladysmith’s new permanent Extreme Weather Shelter that will be operated by the Ladysmith Resources Centre Association.

Apr 6, 2017 4:40 PM Read more >

Ladysmith RCMP officer allegedly assaulted responding to drunk driving call

A Ladysmith RCMP officers was forced to Taser a man on Monday night after allegedly being assaulted.

Apr 6, 2017 11:30 AM Read more >

VIU approves two-per cent increase on tuition, student fees

More than $9-million shortfall offset by international student tuition

Apr 6, 2017 10:30 AM Read more >

Nanaimo-North Cowichan candidates debate the issues

Nanaimo-North Cowichan candidates discuss health, road maintenance and other issues at meeting

Apr 5, 2017 6:25 PM Read more >

Stz’uminus Primary students contributes over 90 pieces to student art show

Stz’uminus storyteller Billy Seymour was the guest speaker at the gala opening of the Student Show at the Ladysmith Waterfront Gallery on Saturday.

Apr 5, 2017 1:30 AM Read more >

Chemainus student cuts hair, helps raise $5K in memory of late teacher

Ryza Marston remembers her late Grade 5 teacher Ms. Williams as being a funny, caring and devoted role model whose passion for education lit up a room.

Apr 4, 2017 4:10 PM Read more >

CVRD to issue RFP to assess Saltair community centre

Once a company is hired, the regional district’s decision makers will await a report.

Apr 3, 2017 11:00 PM Read more >

RCMP arrest man after alleged assault, crime spree in Duncan/North Cowichan

A 40-year-old man is in custody after he went on an alleged crime spree Tuesday evening, driving a Ford F-150 up on the sidewalk and forcibly entering a North Cowichan home where a resident was then assaulted.

Mar 29, 2017 1:00 PM Read more >