PQB News Staff

Crashes increase significantly during winter months in B.C. (Submitted photo)

B.C. drivers face higher risk of crashing in December

Claims for injuries from work-related crashes rise in 12th month

Crashes increase significantly during winter months in B.C. (Submitted photo)
Visitors walk down an illuminated path during Milner Christmas Magic 2022. (Milner Gardens & Woodland Photo)

Milner Gardens Christmas Lights brightening Qualicum Beach in December

Festive lights display celebrating 20 years of plugging in the Christmas spirit

Visitors walk down an illuminated path during Milner Christmas Magic 2022. (Milner Gardens & Woodland Photo)
Michele Nault Mortimer and Tara Nault. (Submitted photo)

‘Weaving a Road to Reconciliation’ at Lighthouse Community Centre

Presentation Nov. 26 by Tara Nault and Michele Nault Mortimer

Michele Nault Mortimer and Tara Nault. (Submitted photo)
Pharmasave Parksville was recently named the ‘Pharmasave Store of the Year’. (Submitted photo)
Pharmasave Parksville was recently named the ‘Pharmasave Store of the Year’. (Submitted photo)
The first ever ‘Roper Romp’ event in the PQB area raised $4,600 for the Haven Society on Oct. 14. (Ian Warren photo)

Parksville ‘Roper Romp’ event raises $4,600 for Haven Society

First event of its kind in PQB region

The first ever ‘Roper Romp’ event in the PQB area raised $4,600 for the Haven Society on Oct. 14. (Ian Warren photo)
The PQB region experienced heavy rainfall on Oct. 18. (Kevin Forsyth photo)

Parksville, Qualicum Beach aim to mitigate flooding amid heavy rain

Municipal clears prepare by clearing catch basins

The PQB region experienced heavy rainfall on Oct. 18. (Kevin Forsyth photo)
Parksville’s Michelle Stilwell, world record-holder and winner of six gold medals in the Paralympics, seen here being inducted to the B.C. Sports Hall of Fame in 2017, will be inducted to the Canadian Disability Hall of Fame this Friday, Oct. 13, 2023. (Jay Shaw photo)

Former B.C. MLA to be inducted into Canadian Disability Hall of Fame

Ceremony for Stilwell, ex-PM Harper in Toronto on Oct. 13

Parksville’s Michelle Stilwell, world record-holder and winner of six gold medals in the Paralympics, seen here being inducted to the B.C. Sports Hall of Fame in 2017, will be inducted to the Canadian Disability Hall of Fame this Friday, Oct. 13, 2023. (Jay Shaw photo)
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1 person dead after Thanksgiving auto crash in Qualicum Beach

RCMP: Driver experienced medical issue on Island Highway

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Tents and other items scatter a City of Parksville lot. (PQB News file photo)

Point-in-time count reveals unhoused numbers for PQB region

More than 100 people identified in spring snapshot; health fair Oct. 11

Tents and other items scatter a City of Parksville lot. (PQB News file photo)
The 2023 Tour de Rock team rolls on after a stop at Thrifty Foods in Parksville on Sept. 28. (Kevin Forsyth photo)

Tour de Rock 2023 cruises through Parksville Qualicum Beach area

Kwalikum Secondary raises $10,500 for Canadian Cancer Society

The 2023 Tour de Rock team rolls on after a stop at Thrifty Foods in Parksville on Sept. 28. (Kevin Forsyth photo)
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1 person transported to hospital after head-on crash in Nanoose Bay

BC Highway Patrol charge driver turning left with failure to yield

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The Coombs Candy Walk will celebrate its 54th year if takes place for Halloween 2023. (Submitted photo)

Lack of volunteers threatens to derail Coombs Candy Walk

Organizers need help to ensure event marks 54th year

The Coombs Candy Walk will celebrate its 54th year if takes place for Halloween 2023. (Submitted photo)
Dolly’s Home Hardware was presented with the Best Home Hardware in Western Canada award at the Home Hardware’s 2023 Homecoming event in Toronto on Sept. 13. (Submitted photo)

Dolly’s Home Hardware in Qualicum Beach honoured as best in Western Canada

Award presented to owners at Toronto event

Dolly’s Home Hardware was presented with the Best Home Hardware in Western Canada award at the Home Hardware’s 2023 Homecoming event in Toronto on Sept. 13. (Submitted photo)
Surveillance photo. (Courtesy Oceanside RCMP)

RCMP seek public’s assistance identifying Parksville break-in suspect

Items reported stolen from Rainbow Way show home

Surveillance photo. (Courtesy Oceanside RCMP)
Oceanside Generals goalie Marc Samyn made 39 saves for his first Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League win, leading the Gens to a 4-1 victory over the host Westshore Wolves on Sept. 7, 2023. (Oceanside Generals Facebook photo)

Generals open VIJHL season with 4-1 victory over Westshore Wolves

Samyn makes 39 saves, Thomas has 4 points for Oceanside

Oceanside Generals goalie Marc Samyn made 39 saves for his first Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League win, leading the Gens to a 4-1 victory over the host Westshore Wolves on Sept. 7, 2023. (Oceanside Generals Facebook photo)
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Port Alberni woman, 61, dies after car and motorcycle collide

Incident took place on outskirts of Qualicum Beach

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RCMP: Parksville man, 69, dies after SUV collides with garbage truck

Police seeking witnesses, dash camera footage

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Man charged, 3 taken to hospital following stabbing in Parksville

Two victims have since been released, police seek info

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The wall and window of the Qualicum Beach Coastal Community Credit Union were damaged after a vehicle drove into the building on Aug. 23. (Kevin Forsyth photo)

Vehicle jumps curb and crashes into Qualicum Beach credit union

No injuries reported, cause reported to be driver confusion

The wall and window of the Qualicum Beach Coastal Community Credit Union were damaged after a vehicle drove into the building on Aug. 23. (Kevin Forsyth photo)
Choices Market officially opens the doors to its newest location in Parksville at 319 Island Highway East on Aug. 31. (Kevin Forsyth photo)

Choices Market opens first store on Vancouver Island, in Parksville

Location will be B.C. company’s 11th location

Choices Market officially opens the doors to its newest location in Parksville at 319 Island Highway East on Aug. 31. (Kevin Forsyth photo)