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Nickelback show inspires Cowichan hospital fundraiser

Fans of the band Nickleback can win a signed guitar and help fundraise for hospital

Jul 15, 2025 5:45 AM Read more >

Swim advisory lifted for Ladysmith's Transfer Beach

Island Health says the Ladysmith swim spot is safe for water activity again

Jul 14, 2025 3:03 PM Read more >

Town of Lake Cowichan cuts wastewater effluent into Cowichan River as drought conditions worsen

Cowichan Watershed Board warns conditions could be similar to 2023

Jul 14, 2025 2:48 PM Read more >

Council weighs OCP change for Chemainus modular project

Council explores new path for Morgan Maples

Jul 14, 2025 11:45 AM Read more >

West Vista Terrace project one step closer to be in North Cowichan's UCB

Large project proposed for close to new hospital

Jul 14, 2025 5:45 AM Read more >

Mop-up underway of small wildfire along Cowichan River

Blaze being held at 0.76 hectares

Jul 13, 2025 6:54 PM Read more >

UPDATE: Highway 17 reopens after major crash near Tsawwassen ferry

DriveBC reports both lanes now open between Salish Sea Drive and Tsawwassen Drive

Jul 12, 2025 1:35 PM Read more >

Ladysmith Council Briefs, June 17, 2025

A recap of the key decisions and announcements

Jul 11, 2025 5:00 PM Read more >

Cowichan teacher heads to south Europe on prestigious fellowship

Joy Wilson chosen for a National Geographic Lindblad Expedition Fellowship

Jul 11, 2025 7:00 AM Read more >

Mill Bay teen wins youth harm reduction award

Shields called her initiative the Hummingbird Project

Jul 11, 2025 5:45 AM Read more >