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Zeballos

Orcas May Hate The Rich Too

Their new favourite game seems to be "yacht-zink"

Battle of the Paddle: Islanders Divided Over Pickleball

No sport generates more adoration or drama in BC than Pickleball

Sea kelp waves around in the water with a beam of light coming in.

What We Love: Life in the Sea

Local underwater cinematographer John Roney captures the beauty of the coast

Tofino’s Parking Puzzle: From Free to Fee

Offshore residents struggle to find parking space

Whistleblower’s Testimony Renews Questions About VanIsle’s Extraterrestrial Secrets

1981 was a year unexplained UFO phenomena on Vancouver Island

Giving Back Made Easy: New Guide on Supporting the Homeless

Document outlines heartfelt efforts to support neighbors in need

VIDEO: Blind Swimmer’s 11-Hour Triumph Across the Strait

Watch his triumphant arrival at Pipers Lagoon

Will You Be At Ukee Days This Weekend?

72 hours of community and culture for everyone

What We Love: Close-Ups Of Curious Bears

Funny video captured in Malahat Territory gives bears eye view a whole new meaning

VIDEO: Unraveling Van Isle’s Ancient Secrets

Archeologist merges science with traditional knowledge to explore history

What We Love: Women In Business

Their smiles say it all!

Comox Unites for Lazo Marsh Revival: Can They Save It?

Local Bob Austin reached out to renowned wetland expert for advice on what can be done to restore the marsh

From Training to Triumph: Local Heroes Saving Lives

Local MLA announces thousands in funding to support the groups efforts!

What We Love: Seaplane Shows at FILOMI Days

Local photographer used some high shutter speeds to freeze the fast flyers in this photo so everyone could catch the moment!

Explorers Uncover Only Fourth Octopus Nursery in the World

Sanctuary found in pending protected area vital to species survival

What We Love: Firey Sunrises

Winter skies have been on fire lately...but with sun, not actual fire (like the summer).

Mysterious Salmon and Trout Die-Off In Cowichan River Shocks Locals

The hundreds of dead coho salmon and rainbow trout have left authorities baffled

What’s Summer Without A Block Party? Uptown Market Is Back and Better Than Ever

Two block party markets to brighten your summer

VIDEO: Operation Pegasus Lifts Spirits, One Dive at a Time

“It’s like a grassroots movement where veterans are starting different things like Pegasus to try and help. It’s becoming the veterans helping the veterans now.”

VIDEO: A Tofino Native’s Wild Adventure: No Engines, Just Grit

Around the world In 8 years - No planes, trains, or automobiles

What We Love: Cedar Waxwings Basking In The Sun

These funky birds are usually tough to spot on North Isle

Campbell River School District Unveils Plan for New Childcare Centers

Campbell River and Quadra Island parents have been advocating for childcare facilities for years.

Small Businesses Brace For Upcoming Highway 4 Closures

"I still have bills to pay, all the cancellations started a big snowball effect," says Chims Guest House owner.

VIDEO: Artist Revives the Lost Art of Swirling Steel

Seth Cosmo is bringing a medieval job into the modern era

Hee-Haw Healing: Donkey Therapy On Denman Island

Artist Cynthia Minden's retreats make for a memorable Donkey-filled experience"

Unanswered Questions: Police Shooting Case To Be Judged In Court

“I need to find out exactly what happened that day and why. Why did my son end up dead at Tim Hortons?”

Tiny Homes, Big Difference

It's almost go time for this holistic approach to housing

Van Isle Continues To Break Heat Records

The 30+ degree temperature are beating 50+ year records

What We Love: Deer Mowers

The best way to keep your lawn trimmed

Port Strike Day Seven: Workers Call Out “Dirty Tricks Campaign”

“They’re trying to wait for the government to do their dirty work because they don’t want to treat us with respect," says workers union.

Retired Detective Honours Forgotten Veterans

He's raised the funds for multiple new headstones, and he's not stopping anytime soon

VIDEO: Explorers Capture Deep Sea Super Volcanos And More!

See it all in the mind blowing video footage!

What We Love – Colours of the Sky

A true natural art piece!

Forgotten Demo Tape Finds New Life

Campbell River locals are transported back in time as local rock legends release first album in 40 years

Words of Pain and Healing: Acclaimed Writer Finds Her Voice After Tragedy

Of all the heart stopping moments in Musgraves life, none were enough to stop her pen - until this.

Democracy Denied: The Struggle for Elections in Da’naxda’xw First Nation

Current Chief and his mother have refused to hold an election for decades

From Backyard Trees to Tables, From Branches to Plates

Sharing nature's bounty is good for all involved