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7 hrs ago | Campbell River Mirror

Campbell River gets 'Berry' high praise

By Kristen Douglas - Campbell River Mirror Published: May 23, 2013 1:00 PM Updated: May 23, 2013 1:59 PM A city government expert who addressed Campbell River's business community may be able to brag about having one of the longest shelf lives as a city manager, but he's also been carrying around an unfortunate name.

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7 hrs ago | Campbell River Mirror

The mural of the city's water story

By Kristen Douglas - Campbell River Mirror Published: May 23, 2013 1:00 PM Updated: May 23, 2013 2:02 PM It didn't take long for taggers to put their mark on a brand-new utility box near the corner of South Alder and Rockland; so the city came up with a creative solution to deter vandalism while educating the public at the same time.

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Thu May 23, 2013

Lake Cowichan Gazette

Group tackles islands' feral cats

These kittens' infected eyes were treated by the Quadra Cat Rescue group last fall.

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Campbell River Mirror

Believing in a dream when you can barely see

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)

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Campbell River Mirror

Stepping up to the stigma

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.

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Wed May 22, 2013

Coast Reporter

Harold Long dies in float plane accident

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

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Daily News

Float plane crash victim identified as former B.C. MLA Harold Long

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

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Canada.com

Man injured when whale, boat collide

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.

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Tue May 21, 2013

The Globe and Mail

Float-plane crash off Vancouver Island claims one life

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

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Sun May 19, 2013

Campbell River Mirror

An evening of victory and disappointment

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.

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Sat May 18, 2013

Lake Cowichan Gazette

Mars Moment: Masked bandit's ability to adapt ensures survival

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.

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Canada.com

Man undergoes facial surgery after humpback whale breaches, collides with his boat

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

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Wed May 15, 2013

680News

Liberal Leader Christy Clark wins government but loses her Vancouver seat

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.

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Tue May 14, 2013

Campbell River Mirror

Police Beat: Crab gear stolen

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.

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Campbell River Mirror

Charges upgraded in death of Hanson Island woman

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.

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Mon May 13, 2013

Lake Cowichan Gazette

Chamber announces speed dating events

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.

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Sat May 11, 2013

Lethbridge Herald

Clark says B.C. Liberals have momentum with three days of campaigning remaining

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

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Lake Cowichan Gazette

Premier visits Campbell River in lead-up to election day

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 .

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Campbell River Mirror

Homelessness group receives funds

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.

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Campbell River Mirror

Condo/liquor store moves forward

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.

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