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Lataisha Maynard owns Feral Strength Training in Comox. Photo by Ali Roddam

Vancouver Island strongwoman encourages fitness at any age and ability

Comox Valley mom Lataisha Maynard finds strength in gym community

Lataisha Maynard owns Feral Strength Training in Comox. Photo by Ali Roddam
A Good Samaritan came to Murray Kennedy-MacNeill’s aid when he rolled his custom cycle and ended up in the bushes, with the bike on top of him. Photo by Terry Farrell

Disabled cyclist thanks Vancouver Island Good Samaritan for help after fall

Murray Kennedy-MacNeill’s faith in humanity has been reaffirmed. Kennedy-MacNeill can often be…

A Good Samaritan came to Murray Kennedy-MacNeill’s aid when he rolled his custom cycle and ended up in the bushes, with the bike on top of him. Photo by Terry Farrell
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$500,000 winning lottery ticket for Oct. 28 draw sold on Vancouver Island

Extra! Extra! Read all about it! Yet another major winning ticket was…

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Negotiations between K’ómoks First Nation, B.C. and Canada are coming to a close, and the public is invited to attend in-person and virtual open houses. File photo

‘Action4Canada is not welcome in K’ómoks Territory’: Elected Chief and council

K’ómoks First Nation responds to local churches hosting Action4Canada founder

Negotiations between K’ómoks First Nation, B.C. and Canada are coming to a close, and the public is invited to attend in-person and virtual open houses. File photo
Barb Longhorn’s garage band brings a new meaning to the term ‘deadheads.’ Photo by Terry Farrell

VIDEO: B.C. woman turns front yard into Halloween extravaganza

Barb Langhorn loves Halloween. Just drive by her home at 2316B Willemar…

Barb Longhorn’s garage band brings a new meaning to the term ‘deadheads.’ Photo by Terry Farrell
Helen Austin (left) and Charlotte Palmer in 2022, with Palmer came to Vancouver Island for a visit. Photo supplied

English actress Charlotte Palmer brings her solo show to Vancouver Island

With the help of her friend, Comox Valley musician Helen Austin, tour will stop in 7 Island cities

Helen Austin (left) and Charlotte Palmer in 2022, with Palmer came to Vancouver Island for a visit. Photo supplied
Canada’s Cassie Sharpe celebrates her silver medal in the freestyle women’s ski halfpipe final during the Beijing Winter Olympic Games, in Zhangjiakou, China, Friday, Feb. 18, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

Comox’s Olympic champion Cassie Sharpe inducted into BC Sports Hall of Fame

Comox-raised Olympic champion freestyle skier Cassie Sharpe has been named to the…

Canada’s Cassie Sharpe celebrates her silver medal in the freestyle women’s ski halfpipe final during the Beijing Winter Olympic Games, in Zhangjiakou, China, Friday, Feb. 18, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
The sleeping barrels are produced by One Of A Kind Creative Woodcrafting out of Parksville. Photo supplied

Glamping coming to Cumberland Campground on Comox Lake in 2024

Upscale camping, commonly known as “glamping,” is all the rage these days,…

The sleeping barrels are produced by One Of A Kind Creative Woodcrafting out of Parksville. Photo supplied
Black Creek runner Cam Levins crosses the Royal Victoria Half Marathon in record time on Sunday, Oct. 8. Photo by: Royal Victoria Marathon/Billie Design Co

Black Creek’s Cam Levins sets new standard at Victoria half marathon

Black Creek born-and-raised runner Cam Levins has added another record to his…

Black Creek runner Cam Levins crosses the Royal Victoria Half Marathon in record time on Sunday, Oct. 8. Photo by: Royal Victoria Marathon/Billie Design Co
In this photo posted to social media on May 2, needles and other garbage can be seen left on a picnic table near the playground at the Parksville Community Park. - Facebook photo

Island mayor happy drug use in parks being phased out by province

Sweeping changes prohibit the use of drugs near parks in B.C., including Courtenay

In this photo posted to social media on May 2, needles and other garbage can be seen left on a picnic table near the playground at the Parksville Community Park. - Facebook photo
Comox Valley RCMP cruiser

Man arrested in Cumberland for impersonating a police officer

Marc Drescher charged with various offences; first court appearance Aug. 31

Comox Valley RCMP cruiser
Westjet Passenger and Twitter user Andre Gagne posted this photo of the damage from the incident. WestJet flight 334 from Comox to Edmonton was aborted after the jet made contact with a CC-130H Hercules while taxiing for departure, resulting in the damaged wing-tip. Photo by Andre Gagne

WestJet aircraft collides with parked Hercules at B.C. airport

No injuries as Westjet plane makes contact with military aircraft on Comox Valley Airport tarmac

Westjet Passenger and Twitter user Andre Gagne posted this photo of the damage from the incident. WestJet flight 334 from Comox to Edmonton was aborted after the jet made contact with a CC-130H Hercules while taxiing for departure, resulting in the damaged wing-tip. Photo by Andre Gagne
Roger (right) and Tristan Thomas pose for a shot at the Alpine Lodge parking lot at the completion of their ascent up Mount Washington on Aug. 3. The father and son completed the ride in celebration of Roger’s 82nd birthday. Photo supplied.

Comox Valley cyclist celebrates 82nd birthday by riding up Mt. Washington

Blowing out the candles of a birthday cake would be an achievement…

Roger (right) and Tristan Thomas pose for a shot at the Alpine Lodge parking lot at the completion of their ascent up Mount Washington on Aug. 3. The father and son completed the ride in celebration of Roger’s 82nd birthday. Photo supplied.
A motorcycle is seen keeled over after a crash late this morning (Aug 3) in Courtenay. The motorcyclist was hospitalized with serious injuries. (Terry Farrell/Comox Valley Record)

UPDATE: ‘Serious injuries’ suspected after car and motorcycle collide in Courtenay

Ryan Road going downhill was closed for investigation

A motorcycle is seen keeled over after a crash late this morning (Aug 3) in Courtenay. The motorcyclist was hospitalized with serious injuries. (Terry Farrell/Comox Valley Record)
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$1 million Lotto 6/49 ticket sold on Vancouver Island

Who wants to be a millionaire? If you bought a Lotto 6/49…

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Cynthia Minden is a visual artist, and classical musician, who has an affinity for donkeys. Photo by Ali Roddam

Artistry and donkey therapy mix on Denman Island

Equine wellness - combining art and animals for mental health

Cynthia Minden is a visual artist, and classical musician, who has an affinity for donkeys. Photo by Ali Roddam
Vancouver Island MusicFest is reputed for its laid back, family-oriented atmosphere. Terry Farrell photo

Dos and don’ts for Vancouver Island MusicFest

“Do come and have fun and bring your family; don’t be a jerk,” says executive producer, Doug Cox

Vancouver Island MusicFest is reputed for its laid back, family-oriented atmosphere. Terry Farrell photo
Saratoga Speedway.

Saratoga Speedway restarts controversial RV campsite plan

Developer reissues public hearing request 14 months after initial withdrawal

Saratoga Speedway.
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Vancouver Island Lotto 6/49 ticket worth $1 million

The guaranteed $1 million prize in the June 18 Lotto 6/49 was purchased locally

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Physician assistants are valued members of the healthcare system in many provinces in Canada, but not in B.C. ADOBE STOCK IMAGE

‘Door has been cracked open’ for integration of physician assistants in British Columbia

College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC is in early stages of policy work with the ministry

Physician assistants are valued members of the healthcare system in many provinces in Canada, but not in B.C. ADOBE STOCK IMAGE