Lindsay Chung

Writer Shari Green sits in her office, where she writes young adult and middle grade fiction. Green loves the beach and is inspired by the beach glass displayed on her desk.

Author’s newly-sold book was the most fun to write yet

Last month, Campbell River writer Shari Green did some writing that was…

Writer Shari Green sits in her office, where she writes young adult and middle grade fiction. Green loves the beach and is inspired by the beach glass displayed on her desk.
Amanda Poch launched her Live Then Give Tour March 9.

Transplant awareness tour will come to North Island in June

Ten years ago, Amanda Poch was in a liver-induced coma. She was…

Amanda Poch launched her Live Then Give Tour March 9.

Moments of inspiration at WoW

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Campbell River Mayor Andy Adams kicks the first ball through this Thank You banner to officially open the Robron Turf Field Sunday.

Robron Field Committee launches fundraising campaign for new clubhouse

The Robron Turf Field was 10 years in the making and required…

Campbell River Mayor Andy Adams kicks the first ball through this Thank You banner to officially open the Robron Turf Field Sunday.
Vancouver writer Grant Lawrence is one of eight Canadian authors featured at this year’s Words on the Water Writers’ Festival March 11-12 at the Maritime Heritage Centre.

Words on the Water celebrates readers, writers and good books

Vancouver writer and radio broadcaster Grant Lawrence likens a great writers’ festival…

Vancouver writer Grant Lawrence is one of eight Canadian authors featured at this year’s Words on the Water Writers’ Festival March 11-12 at the Maritime Heritage Centre.
Discovery Foods co-owner Brent Nicholas inside the Willow Point store. Nicholas and his partners are big believers in supporting local farmers and local businesses and giving back to the community.

‘Local’ is a big focus for Discovery Foods

“Local” and “family” are two words that come up repeatedly when talking…

Discovery Foods co-owner Brent Nicholas inside the Willow Point store. Nicholas and his partners are big believers in supporting local farmers and local businesses and giving back to the community.
The Wounded Warrior Run BC received great support in Campbell River last week.

Inspiring examples of community

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The Wounded Warrior Run BC received great support in Campbell River last week.
Kim and Geoff Hancock have owned Needful Things since 2006,  purchasing the store from Kim’s parents.

Giving furniture a new home

Geoff Hancock loves the process of hunting for the perfect high-quality furniture…

Kim and Geoff Hancock have owned Needful Things since 2006,  purchasing the store from Kim’s parents.
Wounded Warrior Run BC team members Steve Deshcamps (left) and Robert Lamothe make their way into Campbell River Feb. 24. The run arrived at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 137, and the Legion and Ladies Auxiliary provided a dinner for the team and presented a cheque for $1,050.

Wounded Warrior Run BC raises awareness, raises money and connects people

It’s an awareness campaign and a fundraiser. It’s a physically demanding relay…

Wounded Warrior Run BC team members Steve Deshcamps (left) and Robert Lamothe make their way into Campbell River Feb. 24. The run arrived at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 137, and the Legion and Ladies Auxiliary provided a dinner for the team and presented a cheque for $1,050.
Altrusa International of Campbell River recently presented its annual donation to the Campbell River and District Adult Care Society for music therapy. Seated in front, from left, are Pam Mann, Helen Suhan and Pat Jones, while in the back, from left, are Andrea Marshall, Chris Button, Chris Perras and Hannah McRoberts.

Singing the praises of Adult Care Society music therapy program

Pam Mann, the nurse administrator at the Campbell River and District Adult…

Altrusa International of Campbell River recently presented its annual donation to the Campbell River and District Adult Care Society for music therapy. Seated in front, from left, are Pam Mann, Helen Suhan and Pat Jones, while in the back, from left, are Andrea Marshall, Chris Button, Chris Perras and Hannah McRoberts.
North Island NDP MLA Claire Trevena

Trevena feels BC Budget is ‘a fantasy’

The provincial government announced Tuesday last week that it would balance its…

North Island NDP MLA Claire Trevena
Madelynn Erickson has been studying at the Nanaimo Conservatory of Music.

Dedicated violinist excelling

Sixteen-year-old Madelynn (Maddy) Erickson of Campbell River has always loved playing violin…

Madelynn Erickson has been studying at the Nanaimo Conservatory of Music.
David Dahl (left) and his father Kermit are co-owners of Associated Tire and Auto. David’s grandfather also worked at the store in 2011 before retiring.

It’s all about family at Associated Tire and Auto

Associated Tire and Auto is much more than a tire shop. It’s…

David Dahl (left) and his father Kermit are co-owners of Associated Tire and Auto. David’s grandfather also worked at the store in 2011 before retiring.
Campbell River author Diana Stevan will release her new novel, The Rubber Fence, March 3. A book launch is planned for April 10 at the Campbell River Library.

Writer’s novel based on job she couldn’t let go of

Diana Stevan’s work resumé is full of a wide range of experiences,…

Campbell River author Diana Stevan will release her new novel, The Rubber Fence, March 3. A book launch is planned for April 10 at the Campbell River Library.

Waving the flag on a special month

This week started on a very patriotic note with National Flag of…

Snowmaking being phased in at Mount Washington

This winter, Mount Washington Alpine Resort has been testing two different types…

This colourful group of skiiers embraced the fun factor at a past Herb Bradley Challenge.

There’s still time to get a team of three together for Herb Bradley Challenge

Fun slalom race is main fundraiser for VISAS

This colourful group of skiiers embraced the fun factor at a past Herb Bradley Challenge.
Writer Wayne Grady stands at Roderick Haig-Brown’s desk in the library at the Haig-Brown House. Grady is this year’s Haig-Brown House Writer in Residence.

Grady inspired by Haig-Brown’s presence and property

Grady: sharing his love of writing

Writer Wayne Grady stands at Roderick Haig-Brown’s desk in the library at the Haig-Brown House. Grady is this year’s Haig-Brown House Writer in Residence.
The Lite Shop manager Rhea Parker shows off the crystals that turn heads in the store.

Let there be ‘lite’

Lite Shop: Helping make decisions

The Lite Shop manager Rhea Parker shows off the crystals that turn heads in the store.
Veteran Catherine Schofield receives instruction during the 10th annual National Veterans’ Ski Week Feb. 1-5 at Mount Washington Alpine Resort.

Skiing inspires veterans to soldier on

Ski week: Ill and injured armed forces members have fun on the slopes

Veteran Catherine Schofield receives instruction during the 10th annual National Veterans’ Ski Week Feb. 1-5 at Mount Washington Alpine Resort.