Lissa Alexander

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Tanner turfed from RDN role

Qualicum Beach council votes to take alternate director title away from their fellow councillor

Bonnie Luchtmeijer is putting on an art show at her gallery this Sunday called Nostalgia, and it all stemmed from her art deco gas pump.

Exhibition combines nostalgia and art

This Father’s Day the gallery will be open with art deco pieces, paintings, furniture, sculptures and more

Bonnie Luchtmeijer is putting on an art show at her gallery this Sunday called Nostalgia, and it all stemmed from her art deco gas pump.

Look for old classics throughout Father’s day weekend

Qualicum Beach-Ti's the annual Show & Shine Father's Day weekend in Parksville Qualicum Beach

New Qualicum Beach portal reveals what’s on offer in the town

New and improved website also in the works for the town

The exterior of the health centre at the Judith Fisher Centre on Lasqueti Island is complete and a celebration will take place July 26.

Work continues on Lasqueti Island health centre

The Lasqueti Last Resort Society (LLRS) has been fundraising to build a health centre with elder care since its inception in 2002

The exterior of the health centre at the Judith Fisher Centre on Lasqueti Island is complete and a celebration will take place July 26.
Robin Campbell with Manna Homeless Society is asking the public to donate their old bikes (in good working order) to people in need.

Wheels can do wonders for the homeless of Parksville Qualicum Beach

Bikes can provide homeless people with more independence

Robin Campbell with Manna Homeless Society is asking the public to donate their old bikes (in good working order) to people in need.

Labour dispute forces venue change

Head to Nicholls Park for Much Ado about Nothing this Friday

BITTERSWEET EVENT: Happy children ran wild under calm, sunny skies Friday night at the Coombs Community Picnic but there was also a bittersweet edge to the event. The picnic was held at the French Creek Community School, one of the elementary schools slated for closure. The focus was on honouring the 102 year-old-school. Those connected to the community landmark made speeches, while other volunteers were honoured for their dedication to local community events. Kids took pony rides, jumped on bouncy castles, got their faces painted, listened to live music and ate free food and treats, including cake featuring a historic photo of the school. Above, one-year-old Jack Moon takes his first pony ride, offered by Tiger Lily Farms with mom, Kristin Elliott, holding his hand.

Bittersweet event in Coombs

The picnic was held at French Creek Community School, one of the schools slated for closure in the fall

BITTERSWEET EVENT: Happy children ran wild under calm, sunny skies Friday night at the Coombs Community Picnic but there was also a bittersweet edge to the event. The picnic was held at the French Creek Community School, one of the elementary schools slated for closure. The focus was on honouring the 102 year-old-school. Those connected to the community landmark made speeches, while other volunteers were honoured for their dedication to local community events. Kids took pony rides, jumped on bouncy castles, got their faces painted, listened to live music and ate free food and treats, including cake featuring a historic photo of the school. Above, one-year-old Jack Moon takes his first pony ride, offered by Tiger Lily Farms with mom, Kristin Elliott, holding his hand.
Renowned children’s performer Charlotte Diamond is performing with her son Matt in Nanaimo on June 14.

Diamond shines through all challenges

Although kids can watch and learn on TV, performer says magical things happen at a live show

Renowned children’s performer Charlotte Diamond is performing with her son Matt in Nanaimo on June 14.

Soul-infused blues

Blue Cadillac playing the Shady Rest Pub Saturday night in Qualicum Beach

A new summer camp called Painted Pony is being led by Dona Naylor in Errington.

Your guide to summer camps in Parksville Qualicum Beach

Keep your children active this summer; many options abound

A new summer camp called Painted Pony is being led by Dona Naylor in Errington.
Micheal and Els Schutte are performing to help out with an annual fundraising dance on June 22 that will benefit Manna Homeless Society.

Raising money and awareness by having a good time

Fundraiser for Manna Homeless Society at the PCCC June 22 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Micheal and Els Schutte are performing to help out with an annual fundraising dance on June 22 that will benefit Manna Homeless Society.
California musician and former resident Kit Eakle is performing at the Errington Hall on June 8 with Doug Cox and Michael Dunn.

California Kit visits second home

San Francisco-based musician lived in Coombs for 12 years, coming back for a show in Errington

California musician and former resident Kit Eakle is performing at the Errington Hall on June 8 with Doug Cox and Michael Dunn.
This photo will be among the memorabilia people can peruse at French Creek Community School on June 6 during the annual Coombs Community Picnic.

School memorabilia highlights annual picnic

Free event will honour French Creek Community School’s 102-year history

This photo will be among the memorabilia people can peruse at French Creek Community School on June 6 during the annual Coombs Community Picnic.
The QBMS Drama Club was set to present The Pied Piper of Hamelin on June 2 but because of the current labour dispute between unionized teachers and the provincial government, the play is in limbo.

Play Delayed

The QBMS Drama Club will not present The Pied Piper of Hamelin on June 2 as originally intended

The QBMS Drama Club was set to present The Pied Piper of Hamelin on June 2 but because of the current labour dispute between unionized teachers and the provincial government, the play is in limbo.
Ian Sherwood is performing at the Soundgarden this Saturday night.

Sherwood relaunches Soundgarden

Halifax award-winning musician playing on new Coombs stage this Saturday night

Ian Sherwood is performing at the Soundgarden this Saturday night.

Elderly Brothers play Coombs

Coombs-The Elderly Brothers are playing at the Coombs Hall located at the Coombs Rodeo Grounds on Saturday night

A BIG MOVE: The Heritage building at the Qualicum College Heights Development was moved about three metres (10 feet) toward the road on Wednesday morning. The completed project will offer 40 condominiums in four buildings, one of them a renewed original school known as the Heritage Building. Now that the building has been moved, work will begin on the exterior by the end of the summer. A realtor connected to the project said the first phase will be completed and occupants will move in by late August.

Qualicum’s heritage building moved 10 feet

Qualicum Heights development expected to welcome first occupants by the end of August

A BIG MOVE: The Heritage building at the Qualicum College Heights Development was moved about three metres (10 feet) toward the road on Wednesday morning. The completed project will offer 40 condominiums in four buildings, one of them a renewed original school known as the Heritage Building. Now that the building has been moved, work will begin on the exterior by the end of the summer. A realtor connected to the project said the first phase will be completed and occupants will move in by late August.
The rain didn’t seem to bother the Qualicum Beach School of Dance performers during the Family Day parade in downtown Qualicum Beach on Saturday.

Family Day fun in Qualicum Beach

Rain didn't dampen the spirit of those who participated

The rain didn’t seem to bother the Qualicum Beach School of Dance performers during the Family Day parade in downtown Qualicum Beach on Saturday.
Members of the Harmony Band, made up of seniors from the community, performed at Stanford Place last week.

Seniors’ band in Parksville Qualicum Beach creating harmony

Project started by Arrowsmith Agricultural Association in 2012 has blossomed

Members of the Harmony Band, made up of seniors from the community, performed at Stanford Place last week.