Raven Country News

The City of Courtenay is hoping to clear up a common misconception surrounding property assessments.

The City of Campbell River will be completing some work later this week at Beaver Lodge Lands.

Cumberland Council has approved the Village’s 2025 to 2029 financial plan, which the Village says prioritizes community needs, including safer roads, better services, active transportation, and more effective bylaw enforcement.

The federal government has provided an update on Canada’s role in assisting in battling wildfires in southern California.

Campbell River Council has sent a letter of support for a Nanaimo-based non-profit which distributes food for those in need across Vancouver Island.

Registration for Spring Break programs with the Comox Valley Regional District opens tomorrow. Spring break for students runs from March 17 until March 28.

Campsites in many BC Parks can be reserved beginning this week to prepare for the 2025 spring camping season.

Two crews from British Columbia are now on the ground helping to battle the fires that have been scorching the Los Angeles area for a week.

British Columbia has sent a team of firefighters to assist in the Los Angeles area.

North Island-Powell River MP Rachel Blaney is hosting a discussion later this month on the harms of Indian residential school denialism and pathways toward truth and reconciliation.

The Strathcona Regional District has released a draft Active Transportation Network Plan for Electoral Area C, focusing on enhancing transportation options for residents through walking, cycling, and wheeling.

Construction for the Comox Valley Sewer Conveyance Project will be continuing along Beaufort Avenue, between Wilcox Street and Church Street this week.

Campbell River RCMP are looking for a 25 year old man facing numerous offences in relation to a violent assault.

As part of the City's Downtown Stormwater Mitigation project, Campbell River crews are clearing gravel and debris buildup from downtown stormwater drains to restore proper flow and prevent potential overflows.

The Strathcona Regional District’s Area D Water Meter Installation Project will begin on Monday.

The Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce has released an update on its Business Retention and Expansion Program, a community-driven initiative designed to support local businesses.

NIC’s Indigenous Speaker Series continues this month with the next speaker being one of the early voices to speak up about residential schools.

The Liberal Party of Canada has announced a new leader will be selected on March 9th.

The Campbell River RCMP are investigating the death of Campbell River man.

The Comox Valley RCMP, in partnership with the Real Canadian Superstore and the Comox Valley Food Bank, is prepping for its "Cram the Cruiser" food drive event this weekend.

The Comox Valley Regional District is hosting an information session tonight on upcoming Alternative Approval Process initiatives.

A crew from BC is helping out with the devastating fires scorching parts of California.

Medical masks are once again required in most B.C. health-care settings for both staff and patients.

Premier David Eby says he will be among Canada’s Premiers who will be travelling to Washington, DC next month.