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Boil water advisory issued on Keats Island 

Vancouver Coastal Health has issued a boil water advisory on Keats Island in the Sunshine Coast Regional District’s Eastbourne water service area. 

NDP candidate points to progress as reason for re-election in Nanaimo-Lantzville  

George Anderson is one of four candidates running to represent Nanaimo-Lantzville in the legislature. Vista Radio will publish a piece on each candidate's election platform leading up to voting day on Oct. 24. 

B.C. Conservatives propose replacing no-fault auto insurance with “hybrid” system

B.C. Conservatives are promising major changes to ICBC’s no-fault insurance system, including restoring some accident victims’ right to sue.

Henderson running for Conservatives in Powell River-Sunshine Coast

A week after deciding not to run municipally to be District of Sechelt, Henderson says he was asked to run after Premier David Eby called a snap election.

Nanaimo voters can cast advanced votes this week 

Nanaimo residents can begin advance voting for the next mayor and council this week. 

VIU Fest offers activities and learning experiences for all ages 

Vancouver Island University will host its biggest community event of the year this month.

Woman arrested after disturbance involving a knife at passenger ferry terminal 

Nanaimo RCMP said a woman was arrested Sunday afternoon after causing a disturbance at the Hullo ferry terminal at 100 Port Way. 

Powell River-Sunshine Coast provincial election candidates finalized

The candidates for the upcoming provincial election have been finalized in the Powell River-Sunshine Coast riding.

Nanaimo candidates confirmed for provincial election

Candidates have been confirmed for the provincial election.  

Nanaimo Aquatic Centre set to reopen after major upgrades 

The Nanaimo Aquatic Centre will reopen next week as a $13.7-million upgrade project wraps up. 

Fire Prevention Week encourages safe charging practises

Next week is Fire Prevention Week and this year's campaign focuses on safe charging.

Domtar announces reopening of Howe Sound mill

The Howe Sound mill is set to reopen, according to Domtar.

Open fires bans lifted in Coastal Fire Centre

All remaining Category 2 and Category 3 open-fire prohibitions in the Coastal Fire Centre will be lifted Sept. 30.

Winter tires will be required on some highways starting this week

Winter tires will be required on some Vancouver Island highways starting Oct. 1.

Three candidates campaign for mayor’s seat in Sechelt 

Voters in Sechelt will see three names on the ballot for mayor on Oct. 17.

Earthquakes shake waters southwest of Port Hardy

Emergency officials say there were no reports of damage or injuries after a series of earthquakes shook off the...
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Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.

Boil water advisory issued on Keats Island 

Vancouver Coastal Health has issued a boil water advisory on Keats Island in the Sunshine Coast Regional District’s Eastbourne water service area. 

B.C. Conservatives propose income tax cuts as NDP, Greens unveil election promises

B.C.'s major political parties are pitching tax cuts, frozen auto insurance rates and education improvements as the provincial election campaign continues.
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