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North Cowichan wants developers to pay for new infrastructure related to their projects

Council doesn't wants costs paid for by existing taxpayers

Sep 18, 2025 11:45 AM Read more >

Restorative justice group expands into Chemainus

Free, volunteer-led service helps resolve conflict through dialogue

Sep 18, 2025 5:45 AM Read more >

Province approves aeration project to fight algae at Quamichan Lake

Testing to begin in 2026

Sep 17, 2025 5:00 PM Read more >

Massive work truck's slide into Nitinat Lake caused by safety contraventions: WorkSafe

Driver unhurt in the Aug. 26 incident, video posted to Roc-Star Enterprises's social media

Sep 17, 2025 4:16 PM Read more >

ALR turns down flooding proposal in Cowichan Bay estuary

Plan called for flooding of 130 acres of farmland

Sep 17, 2025 11:45 AM Read more >

Ladysmith updates garbage bin rules after collection issues

Town says bylaw changes planned to match service agreement

Sep 17, 2025 8:00 AM Read more >

UPDATE: Missing Nanaimo woman found safe

RCMP had previously advised that 25-year-old may be Nanaimo, Chemainus or North Cowichan

Sep 16, 2025 2:48 PM Read more >

Duncan gives green light to temporary winter shelter

Shelter would be in conference room at closed Ramada Hotel

Sep 16, 2025 1:29 PM Read more >

Loggers’ Sports thrills, raises more than $4,000 in Ladysmith

Tour de Rock benefit packs laughs, skill and a splashy finale

Sep 16, 2025 11:30 AM Read more >

North Cowichan land deal hinges on neighbours’ approval

Council plan would see Donnay Drive forest preserved if a majority of nearby residents agree to pay through a Local Area Service

Sep 16, 2025 10:57 AM Read more >