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CVRD to hold AAP for purchase of private water system near Shawnigan Lake

The Cowichan Valley Regional District wants to buy Shawnigan Village Waterworks for $3.2 million

Aug 13, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

Massive fish die off has occurred in Somenos Lake

A massive fish die off, likely in the tens of thousands, has struck Somenos Lake.

Aug 12, 2024 2:25 PM Read more >

New $22,000 welcome to Duncan sign to be placed at southern city entrance

Council was given two sign designs for council to choose from

Aug 12, 2024 5:45 AM Read more >

Lake Cowichan council to upgrade audio system in chambers

The Town of Lake Cowichan wants to be better heard

Aug 9, 2024 11:45 AM Read more >

Business Notes: New Pooch Pool School opens in North Cowichan

Does your dog love the water? Then check out the new Pooch Pool School.

Aug 9, 2024 5:45 AM Read more >

Injured mountain biker airlifted to ambulance near Shawnigan Lake

Dramatic helicopter rescue

Aug 8, 2024 4:03 PM Read more >

Fire damages Mill Bay's A&W restaurant

“Kudos to the A&W employees who were working that night"

Aug 8, 2024 3:35 PM Read more >

Retired appraiser waging fight against 'underassessed' commercial, industrial properties

A retired senior appraiser from BC Assessment has launched a province-wide public awareness campaign to highlight the under-assessment of some commercial and industrial properties by BC Assessment

Aug 8, 2024 11:45 AM Read more >

Duncan man wants accountability from justice system years after assault left him with brain damage

Duncan’s Kyle Mockford wants the paltry amount of $1,350 he is still owed by the man who brutally attacked him

Aug 8, 2024 5:45 AM Read more >

East Vancouver Islanders urged to prepare for hot temperatures

No heat emergency has been declared by the province but elevated temperatures are expected into Saturday

Aug 7, 2024 2:35 PM Read more >