Tag: Gold River

5 small North Island wildfires out of control after dozens sparked by lightning

Most of the 17 active fires on Vancouver Island are less than one hectare in size and are now classified as held or under control.

Update: Wildfire near Gold River under control

The fire is burning in the Upana River area and is estimated at less than one hectare.

New bus service linking Campbell River to Gold River

The Strathcona Regional District says there is a new way to travel through the North Island region.

Update: Highway 28 reopens to single lane, alternating traffic

Highway 28 is closed in both directions due to a washout.

Electric vehicle fast charging site open in Gold River

Owning an electric vehicle in Gold River may be a bit easier with a fast-charging site now open. The new...

Resurfacing to Highway 28

Highway 28 near Buttle Narrows will be getting some upgrades this summer. The province of BC will be putting 3.3...
- Advertisement -

Latest News

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.

B.C. Conservatives propose income tax cuts as NDP, Greens unveil election promises

B.C.'s major political parties are pitching tax cuts, frozen auto insurance rates and education improvements as the provincial election campaign continues.

B.C. Conservatives drop Victoria-Beacon Hill candidate over racist social media posts

The B.C. Conservatives have dropped their Victoria-Beacon Hill candidate after racist social media posts and comments appearing to support violence surfaced.
- Advertisement -