Campbell River News

By Paul Rudan - Campbell River Mirror Published: May 21, 2013 2:00 PM Updated: May 21, 2013 2:16 PM How about going for a "little" bike trip? Say, from Tierra del Fuego in the south of Argentina to Deadhorse at the northern edge of Alaska? Here's the last wrinkle: How about riding the entire way almost completely blindfolded or by wearing thick ... (more)

By Kristen Douglas - Campbell River Mirror Published: May 23, 2013 11:00 AM Updated: May 23, 2013 11:17 AM "It's been difficult for me to say in public but I'm beginning to feel that's what I need to do and not feel ashamed about it anymore," Broker added.

A Powell River businessman and former provincial MLA died in a float plane crash near Stuart Island on Tuesday, May 21.

A former member of B.C. legislative assembly, Harold Long, has been identified as the victim in a float plane crash off Vancouver Island.

A Campbell River boater has a whale of a tale to tell after a terrifying encounter with a humpback whale near Kelsey Bay May 15.

A Harbour Air float plane flies through low cloud after taking off from Burrard Inlet in Vancouver, B.C., on Thursday February 16, 2012.

By Paul Rudan - Campbell River Mirror Published: May 16, 2013 2:00 PM Updated: May 16, 2013 2:56 PM It wasn't the happiest smile though, as she simply pointed to the television screen and the numbers showing another majority government for the BC Liberal Party.

By Sandy Fairfield - Campbell River Mirror Published: May 16, 2013 2:00 PM Updated: May 16, 2013 2:32 PM These mammals belong to the same family as Coati's and Ringtails, and they are found throughout North and South America.

Humpback whales are making a comeback in B.C. waters, but that increases the risk to both the animals and humans, researchers warn.

B.C. premier-elect Christy Clark pulled off a stunning upset in the provincial election Tuesday, but she sacrificed her own seat to do so.

The break-in to the 41-foot-long New Endeavour was reported to Campbell River RCMP Saturday at 8:35 p.m. Stolen items included: four yellow survival suites with "New Endeavour" inscribed on them, two large blue marine battery charges, two blue Makita power grinders, a black Acer laptop computer, a Dewalt skill saw, and many other tools.

By Paul Rudan - Campbell River Mirror Published: May 14, 2013 1:00 PM Updated: May 14, 2013 2:39 PM A Hanson Island man accused of killing his wife has also been charged with committing an indignity to a human body.

The Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce, together with several industry stakeholders, is excited to announce two upcoming opportunities for suppliers and businesses to promote their companies and services to each of the three consortiums bidding on the two new state-of-the-art hospitals.

BC Liberal leader Christy Clark addresses a gathering during a campaign stop in Campbell River, B.C. Saturday, May 11, 2013.

By Paul Rudan - Campbell River Mirror Published: May 11, 2013 11:33 AM Updated: May 11, 2013 11:33 AM More than 40 big trucks lined the airport road forming a welcoming party for Clark who was joined by BC Liberal candidates Nick Facey and Don McRae .

By Kristen Douglas - Campbell River Mirror Published: May 10, 2013 9:00 AM Updated: May 10, 2013 9:58 AM The city is working on a strategy to get the city's homeless off the street and into affordable housing.

By Kristen Douglas - Campbell River Mirror Published: May 10, 2013 9:00 AM Updated: May 10, 2013 9:50 AM Council re-zoned land Tuesday along the South Island Highway to allow an apartment building with a liquor store, despite complaints from neighbours.

Have you been faced with having to make a career change in mid-life, perhaps caused by circumstances out of your control? On Wednesday, May 15, 2-3 p.m., at the Campbell River Library, Powell River author Linda Wegner presents a program based on her recent book "3D Success-Changing Careers in Mid Life." Her book is a universal story that will ... (more)

Shawna Taylor, 38, and her dog Josiah live in social housing in the DTES. She is taking all housing issues into consideration before casting her ballot in the upcoming election.

By Tom Fletcher - Campbell River Mirror Published: May 10, 2013 9:00 AM Updated: May 10, 2013 9:52 AM NDP leader Adrian Dix has promised to repeal the remainder of Bill 29, the legislation that cut wages 15 per cent and allowed contracting out of health support services early in the Liberal term of government.