Thieves Strike Local Businesses By Westcoaster.ca Staff
TOFINO — Members of the Tofino RCMP are looking for individuals who are responsible for thefts from two separate businesses in January.
The Green Bottom Line By Kimberly Johnston Raincoast Education Society
Making “green” business decisions is good not only for the environment; it’s good for a business’ bottom line.
Olympic Hopefuls Are On The Island By Dirk Meissner The Canadian Press
COURTENAY, B.C. – Jean Paul Richard looks up into the fog and starts talking into his collar.
Wiwchar Reaches New Peak PORT ALBERNI – Well-known local reporter and media personality David Wiwchar has taken the helm at 93.3 The PEAK.
Write About Your Valentine By Westcoaster.ca Staff
TOFINO —Time’s running out for individuals to write about their special somebody and win a romantic $100 boquet from Crab Apple Floral Design.
Kuu-us Loses Bid For Crisis Line Service By Wawmeesh G. Hamilton Alberni Valley News
PORT ALBERNI — Nanaimo’s Central Vancouver Island Crisis Society has edged out the Kuu-us Crisis Line to provide Island-wide crisis line services for the Vancouver Island Health Authority, VIHA spokesperson Anya Nimmon said.
Echo Toyota Ready For Recall Repairs By Susan Quinn Alberni Valley News
PORT ALBERNI — Phones have been ringing off the hook at Alberni Echo Toyota since last week, when Toyota announced a recall on a faulty accelerator pedal that sometimes sticks when pushed.
Survey Says…People Making Sacrifices Just To Eat By Keven Drews
TOFINO – Fifteen per cent of people who took part in a recent survey said they have sacrificed rent to pay for something to eat, according to members of the Ucluelet Community Food Initiative.
Fishing Boat Sinks Near Tofino: Update By Westcoaster.ca Staff
TOFINO — Salvage crews spent Wednesday trying to recover a 15-metre-long fishing boat that partially sank in Lemmens Inlet, just off Tofino.
Fishing Boat Sinks Near Tofino By Westcoaster.ca Staff
TOFINO — Salvage crews are spending Wednesday trying to recover a 58-foot-long fishing boat that partially sank in Lemmens Inlet, just off Tofino.
By Keven Drews
TOFINO — A 72-year-old fishing boat that sank in Lemmens Inlet near Tofino early Monday was the subject of a painting by a well-known local artist. Click here
to see more photos. (Photo Courtesy Mark Hobson
)
District Sets Kindergarten Info Sessions By Westcoaster.ca Staff
UCLUELET — Parents can learn more about half-day and full-day kindergarten programs during two upcoming sessions in Tofino and Ucluelet.
Fuel Thieves Hit Ucluelet Boats By Westcoaster.ca Staff
UCLUELET — Somebody’s stealing fuel from vessels moored on Ucluelet’s waterfront.
Home Sale Prices Rise Across Island By Westcoaster.ca Staff
TOFINO — The average sales price for homes in the Port Alberni region jumped by 18 per cent between January 2009 and January 2010, according to the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board.
Wyndansea Lands Attracting Interest By Westcoaster.ca Staff
UCLUELET — The Wyndansea Oceanfront Resort Site is attracting interest from international buyers, according to a Vancouver-based investment property company.
Joe Martin stands beside a canoe he carved in this May 2009 photo. Martin will show off his talents inside Tofino's B.C. Street pavilion at the Richmond O Zone this February. (Keven Drews Photo)
Dates Set For Barkley Sound Knowledge Symposium By Westcoaster.ca Staff
PORT ALBERNI — Local residents are now able to contribute their knowledge on Barkley Sound’s ecosystem thanks to a new online tool.
Ucluelet First Nation, Municipality To Sign Protocol By Westcoaster.ca Staff
UCLUELET — The District of Ucluelet and the Ucluelet First Nation will sign a protocol agreement, recognizing each other’s rights and establishing the groundwork for future relationships Monday morning.
Lady Rose To Become Tofino Restaurant: Update By Susan Quinn Alberni Valley News
PORT ALBERNI — A part of Port Alberni’s maritime heritage has been sold, but it won’t be moving far.
Police Launch One More Drug Raid By Keven Drews
UCLUELET — The Ucluelet RCMP seized marijuana, ecstasy and more than $1,200 in cash following a raid on a local residence Wednesday.
Save Our School Committee To Shoot Video By Westcoaster.ca Staff
UCLUELET — Members of the Save Our School Committee will shoot a video highlighting the importance of rural education Sunday at 1 p.m. at Ucluelet elementary.
Pacific Rim Arts Society Receives $5,200 Grant By Westcoaster.ca Staff
TOFINO — The Pacific Rim Arts Society will receive a $5,200 grant from the provincial government for a new West Coast carving festival.
Tofino, Qualicum Partner At Olympic O Zone Event By Westcoaster.ca Staff
TOFINO — The District of Tofino and the Town of Qualicum will share a pavilion at the Richmond O Zone during the 2010 Winter Olympics.
The End Is Near…For Liberals' Domination Of Unelected Senate By Jennifer Ditchburn The Canadian Press
OTTAWA — The Conservatives will have effective control in both houses of Parliament and greater sway over the legislative agenda after Prime Minister Stephen Harper names five new senators Friday.
DFO Gets One More Year For Fish-Farm Law By The Canadian Press
VANCOUVER – A B.C. Supreme Court judge has granted the federal Fisheries Department a 12-month extension to come up with new laws to regulate fish farms.
PORT ALBERNI – Well-known local reporter and media personality David Wiwchar has taken the helm at 93.3 The PEAK.
By Keven Drews
By Susan Quinn
