Lexi Bainas

Some stops are being cut from Cowichan Valley school bus routes due to bus overcrowding. (Citizen file)

Cowichan school district dropping 4 bus stops due to too many riders

School board will knock four bus stops from its daily transit runs

Some stops are being cut from Cowichan Valley school bus routes due to bus overcrowding. (Citizen file)
Merridale is hosting their third annual Craft Cider Harvest Festival on Sunday, Sept. 29, giving you the chance to taste ciders from around the province. (Citizen file)

Lexi Bainas Column: Cider festival, hoedown, choral fundraiser, photo walk, trivia challenge – Wow!

Casting call: From the Downtown Duncan Business Improvement Area folks, I have received the following notice:

Merridale is hosting their third annual Craft Cider Harvest Festival on Sunday, Sept. 29, giving you the chance to taste ciders from around the province. (Citizen file)
Maple Bay Painters are holding their fall show and sale on Sept. 27-28. It’s a chance to see what the artists have been up to all summer. (File photo)

Maple Bay Painters are welcoming autumn with a show and sale

Long time art group offers chances to improve your work and make new friends at same time

Maple Bay Painters are holding their fall show and sale on Sept. 27-28. It’s a chance to see what the artists have been up to all summer. (File photo)
Three all-candidates meetings scheduled for Cowichan

Three all-candidates meetings scheduled for Cowichan

The writ has dropped. The candidates are out on the road, knocking on doors and mainstreeting.

Three all-candidates meetings scheduled for Cowichan
Mark Crissinger and his band are holding a CD release party at Osborne Bay Pub. Join the fun on Friday, Oct. 4. (Submitted)

VIDEO: Mark Crissinger Band celebrates new album with Crofton show Oct. 4

If you love the blues, sidle on down to the Osborne Bay Pub for this one

Mark Crissinger and his band are holding a CD release party at Osborne Bay Pub. Join the fun on Friday, Oct. 4. (Submitted)
NRG Research’s Cam Matthewson explains some of the findings. (Lexi Bainas/Citizen)

VIDEO: Water issues lead the way in North Cowichan citizen survey

Older residents don't like change or higher taxes, younger folks more flexible: survey results

NRG Research’s Cam Matthewson explains some of the findings. (Lexi Bainas/Citizen)
A contortionist shows her flexibility during the show. (Lexi Bainas/Citizen file)

The circus is coming back to Duncan; get free kids tickets from the Citizen

This is a real, old fashioned circus, in a big tent, featuring high wire acts, clowns, and more

A contortionist shows her flexibility during the show. (Lexi Bainas/Citizen file)
Valdy and pianist Karel Roessingh will be joined by bassist Ryan Tandy for a magical musical show. (Submitted)

VIDEO: Valdy and Guests: a magical musical evening is on tap at Crofton

With Karel Roessingh and Ryan Tandy on board, this Valdy show is sure to be a winner

Valdy and pianist Karel Roessingh will be joined by bassist Ryan Tandy for a magical musical show. (Submitted)
Director Paul Belanger talks about his upcoming kids show, Peter Pan, which hits the stage in Shawnigan Lake Dec. 5-8. (Lexi Bainas/Citizen)
Director Paul Belanger talks about his upcoming kids show, Peter Pan, which hits the stage in Shawnigan Lake Dec. 5-8. (Lexi Bainas/Citizen)
Well known Valley musician Phil Newns, performs in the De La Terra trio Sunday, Sept. 15 at the Cowichan South Arts Guild’s first-ever ‘Never Ending Summer Affair at the Elsie Miles Pavilion. (Lexi Bainas/Citizen)

Never Ending Summer Affair at Shawnigan looks on the bright side of life

A drop or two of rain won't stop Shawnigan Lake folks from having a good time outdoors

Well known Valley musician Phil Newns, performs in the De La Terra trio Sunday, Sept. 15 at the Cowichan South Arts Guild’s first-ever ‘Never Ending Summer Affair at the Elsie Miles Pavilion. (Lexi Bainas/Citizen)
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited the BC Forest Discovery Centre in Duncan in the summer of 2018. (Citizen file)

‘Youthful exuberance’ or ‘grievous deed’: opinion is divided on Trudeau’s ‘brown face’ costume

Local Liberal candidate asks voters to concentrate on Prime Minister's political record

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau visited the BC Forest Discovery Centre in Duncan in the summer of 2018. (Citizen file)
Mayor Rod Peters was to meet with Catalyst manager, Chuck Walls, to talk about weir-related issues. (Lexi Bainas/Gazette)

Around the council table at Lake Cowichan: cannabis, Catalyst and Canada geese

Lake Cowichan town council is still awaiting the final tally on its straw poll of local attitudes about possible cannabis shops in town. All forms must be in by Sept. 30.

Mayor Rod Peters was to meet with Catalyst manager, Chuck Walls, to talk about weir-related issues. (Lexi Bainas/Gazette)
Police have been called in to investigate fire at Allenby Road home on Monday, Sept. 16. (Citizen file)

Duncan house fire started in kitchen, RCMP called in to investigate blaze

No cause determined for early morning fire in Duncan

Police have been called in to investigate fire at Allenby Road home on Monday, Sept. 16. (Citizen file)
Michael Kaeshammer brings musical excitement to every show. (Submitted)

Catch Michael Kaeshammer at the Cowichan Theatre on Sept. 26

Vibrant virtuosity and musical excitement is the name of the game when Kaeshammer takes the stage

Michael Kaeshammer brings musical excitement to every show. (Submitted)
Julien Galipeau as Frank Gardner and Erin Ormond as Mrs. Kitty Warren in Chemainus Theatre Festival’s production of Mrs. Warren’s Profession. (Photo by Don Bodger)

Review: ‘Mrs. Warren’s Profession’ offers audiences a choice, and a lot to chew on

George Bernard Shaw 19th century morality play still rings true in 2019

Julien Galipeau as Frank Gardner and Erin Ormond as Mrs. Kitty Warren in Chemainus Theatre Festival’s production of Mrs. Warren’s Profession. (Photo by Don Bodger)
North Cowichan council has called for demolition of problematic building at 9384 Cottonwood Rd. in Chemainus. (Citizen file)

Controversial Chemainus building must be torn down

Weight of evidence from bylaw enforcement staff and police is enough for North Cowichan council

North Cowichan council has called for demolition of problematic building at 9384 Cottonwood Rd. in Chemainus. (Citizen file)
Canadian comedian Ron James is back with ‘Full Throttle’. (Submitted)

VIDEO: Hold onto your funny bones: Ron James is back on the Island

He's been called 'a genius', and 'funniest man in Canada'. Find out why when he comes to town.

Canadian comedian Ron James is back with ‘Full Throttle’. (Submitted)
Wood carvings by Todd McAneeley are on display at the Cowichan Theatre lobby until Oct. 31. Don’t miss them. (Submitted)

Never Ending Summer and lots more this week

Plenty of lively shows are starting to emerge as fall approaches

Wood carvings by Todd McAneeley are on display at the Cowichan Theatre lobby until Oct. 31. Don’t miss them. (Submitted)
Kaitlin Chamberlin and Mack Shields AKA The High Quadra Ramblers take you on a fascinating musical trail. (Submitted)

VIDEO: High Quadra Ramblers headline Cowichan coffeehouse kickoff

Want to take part in the open stage: it takes to the mic before the main show

Kaitlin Chamberlin and Mack Shields AKA The High Quadra Ramblers take you on a fascinating musical trail. (Submitted)
The building in question is this house, at 226 Neva Rd., which has slipped off its foundation. (Lexi Bainas/Gazette file photo)

Derelict Lake Cowichan house to be demolished by Sept. 30

The Town wants it gone and will do it and bill the owners if they don't get busy themselves

The building in question is this house, at 226 Neva Rd., which has slipped off its foundation. (Lexi Bainas/Gazette file photo)