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New skilled trades program in Cowichan greeted with enthusiasm

New skilled trades program in Cowichan greeted with enthusiasm

Starting in 2024 students can learn the foundations of hairstyling, carpentry, and welding
Former NDP MLA Adam Walker not under criminal investigation: Eby

Former NDP MLA Adam Walker not under criminal investigation: Eby

Walker makes social media statements indicating he intends to continue as an independent
Season sponsor plays a major role in Chemainus Theatre productions

Season sponsor plays a major role in Chemainus Theatre productions

Duncan Iron Works puts the pedal to the metal for funding support of the arts
Cowichan leaders join calls for bail reform for repeat violent offenders

Cowichan leaders join calls for bail reform for repeat violent offenders

Mayors of Duncan, North Cowichan and school chair want Bill C-48 implemented ASAP
Pumping from Cowichan Lake into the Cowichan River begins

Pumping from Cowichan Lake into the Cowichan River begins

Another two weeks anticipated before a wet weather system arrives
Lake Cowichan’s Ice Cream Impossible serving up final scoops Sept. 30

Lake Cowichan’s Ice Cream Impossible serving up final scoops Sept. 30

Owner Beverly North is excited to welcome her long overdue retirement and just enjoy life
Business notes: The Guild Salon moves to Station Street in Duncan

Business notes: The Guild Salon moves to Station Street in Duncan

The latest from Cowichan’s business community
UPDATED: Gas leak shut down part of downtown Duncan

UPDATED: Gas leak shut down part of downtown Duncan

Streets closed, buildings evacuated
Shawnigan Lake Trail expansion project set to begin in October

Shawnigan Lake Trail expansion project set to begin in October

But some neighbours are opposed
Best solution to American Bullfrogs? Eat ‘em, says North Cowichan

Best solution to American Bullfrogs? Eat ‘em, says North Cowichan

North Cowichan allows one resident to harvest them in Chemainus Lake