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‘Grocery store’ of drugs dismantled in Qualicum Beach

Man was allegedly selling drugs and alcohol to youth from Qualicum Beach home

Weekend-only plan for renewed rail service to Parksville Qualicum Beach a surprise

Coun. Dave Willie reported the information during a Qualicum Beach town council meeting Monday night

Dramatic rescue by Qualicum Beach firefighters

Also, council voted to proceed with demolition of Heritage Forest building

Local actor Stewart Whitworth will be featured in a short film premiering at the Vancouver Island Short Film Festival this weekend. He is pictured here in the film called Greyscale.

Local actor stars in short film

Nanoose Bay- A local actor will be featured in a 12-minute film premiering this weekend at the Vancouver Island Short Film Festival

Local actor Stewart Whitworth will be featured in a short film premiering at the Vancouver Island Short Film Festival this weekend. He is pictured here in the film called Greyscale.
Vancouver-based singer songwriter JP Maurice will perform at the Quality Resort Bayside on Feb. 7.

Solo success outside the major label scene

Parksville-JP Maurice heads to Parksville for a concert this weekend

Vancouver-based singer songwriter JP Maurice will perform at the Quality Resort Bayside on Feb. 7.
The Bombadils play the Acoustic Cafe Friday night in Qualicum Beach.

Bilingual bluegrass by Montreal band

Quartet makes a quick stop in Qualicum before heading to the States

The Bombadils play the Acoustic Cafe Friday night in Qualicum Beach.

Win Two Tickets to JP Maurice

Parksville-Popular Vancouver-based musician playing the Bayside next Friday

From left, superintendent of schools Rollie Koop and secretary treasurer Erica Bailey gave another presentation on facilities at the school board meeting Tuesday night, which was followed by a trustee vote to accept a report with recommendations for school closures.

School closures confirmed in Parksville Qualicum Beach

90-day consultation has begun after trustees’ vote Tuesday night — final vote on closures expected April 29

From left, superintendent of schools Rollie Koop and secretary treasurer Erica Bailey gave another presentation on facilities at the school board meeting Tuesday night, which was followed by a trustee vote to accept a report with recommendations for school closures.

An exhibition of the sea and the wild

Michael Schutte has his art work featured in an exhibition at TOSH in February

Front left, Erica Bailey, school district secretary treasurer, and Rollie Koop, superintendent of schools, presented a draft report Thursday evening on recommendations to reconfigure and close district schools.

Four schools in Parksville Qualicum Beach may close

Elementary schools in Parksville, Qualicum Beach and Coombs on the block

Front left, Erica Bailey, school district secretary treasurer, and Rollie Koop, superintendent of schools, presented a draft report Thursday evening on recommendations to reconfigure and close district schools.
KSS grad and saxophonist Becky Noble is doing a West Coast launch of her album Salish Folk Song at TOSH this Sunday.

Up and coming musician a KSS grad

Becky Noble is doing a West Coast launch of her new album at the Old School House on Sunday

KSS grad and saxophonist Becky Noble is doing a West Coast launch of her album Salish Folk Song at TOSH this Sunday.
Roger Helfrick will be presenting a show at the MAC featuring the harp and his captivating vocals Jan. 31.

Winter show features harp and vocals

Parksville-An evening of harp music and singing will take place at the McMillan Arts Centre Jan. 31.

Roger Helfrick will be presenting a show at the MAC featuring the harp and his captivating vocals Jan. 31.
From left, Erica Baily, school district secretary treasurer, and Rollie Koop, superintendent of schools presented a draft report Thursday evening to the public and trusttees on recommendations to reconfigure and close district schools.

Four district schools up for closure

Parksville-A draft report by senior district staff recommends the closure of four elementary schools and the elimination of middle schools

From left, Erica Baily, school district secretary treasurer, and Rollie Koop, superintendent of schools presented a draft report Thursday evening to the public and trusttees on recommendations to reconfigure and close district schools.
Celtic Chaos is performing at a Kitchen Party, otherwise known as a Ceilidh, happening at the Lighthouse Community Hall Feb. 1. All proceeds will go toward building affordable housing for seniors in Bowser.

Kitchen Party to raise money for senior’s housing

Event will have a dance caller for Ceilidh dance steps, Irish dinner, drinks, highland dancers, local musicians and more

Celtic Chaos is performing at a Kitchen Party, otherwise known as a Ceilidh, happening at the Lighthouse Community Hall Feb. 1. All proceeds will go toward building affordable housing for seniors in Bowser.
The Night at the Palace is celebrating its 10th anniversary and tickets go on sale Jan. 26 at the Errington Hall.

Vaudeville returns to Errington for 10th year

Tickets available starting Jan. 26 for the Feb. 20-22 shows

The Night at the Palace is celebrating its 10th anniversary and tickets go on sale Jan. 26 at the Errington Hall.

Beach Flicks is back

Qualicum Beach-Inspiration will be abound at the screening of Unfinished Song at Eaglecrest Golf Course this Friday

Celtic Chaos, seen here performing at the Rocking Horse Pub last year, will be performing at Robbie Burns’ nights at the Rocking Horse Pub on Jan. 24 and Fairwinds Golf Club Jan. 25

Tradition at the Rocking Horse

Nanoose Bay- Robbie Burns night will be celebrated at the Rocking Horse Pub and Fairwinds Golf Club Jan. 24 and 25

Celtic Chaos, seen here performing at the Rocking Horse Pub last year, will be performing at Robbie Burns’ nights at the Rocking Horse Pub on Jan. 24 and Fairwinds Golf Club Jan. 25

Classroom conditions deteriorating — BCTF president

MLA Michelle Stilwell points out these comments are coming in the middle of bargaining with the teachers' union

Rollie Koop now school district superintendent

The acting superintendent of schools takes on the role, as well as the title of chief executive officer of school district 69 (Qualicum)

double bill concert at filberg: Multi-platinum selling Canadian pop-rock trio the Grapes of Wrath, above, are performing at the Courtenay Filberg Centre, along with the Canadian pop legends, Odds, on Jan. 24. Tickets are $40. Get tickets at www.tickets.islandmusicfest.com.

Double bill concert at Filberg Centre

Courtenay—Grapes of Wrath and Odds playing in Courtenay

double bill concert at filberg: Multi-platinum selling Canadian pop-rock trio the Grapes of Wrath, above, are performing at the Courtenay Filberg Centre, along with the Canadian pop legends, Odds, on Jan. 24. Tickets are $40. Get tickets at www.tickets.islandmusicfest.com.