Tyson Whitney

North Island-Powell River MP Rachel Blaney speaks in the House of Commons on Nov. 14. (Photo courtesy YouTube)

MP Rachel Blaney raises questions about weather stations after deadly plane crash

On the day of the accident there were six weather reporting stations that were not working

North Island-Powell River MP Rachel Blaney speaks in the House of Commons on Nov. 14. (Photo courtesy YouTube)
An aerial view of Alert Bay, located on Cormorant Island. (alertbay.ca photo)

Cormorant Island’s health-care crisis continues on, with no end in sight

Two doctors have finished out their contracts, leaving only one doctor now for the entire island

An aerial view of Alert Bay, located on Cormorant Island. (alertbay.ca photo)
Port Hardy Mayor Pat Corbett-Labatt gave an update on the health-care crisis during council’s Nov. 8 meeting. (Screenshot from council meeting)

Port Hardy at 50 per cent capacity for doctors and nurses

Port Hardy has one new doctor moving into the community

Port Hardy Mayor Pat Corbett-Labatt gave an update on the health-care crisis during council’s Nov. 8 meeting. (Screenshot from council meeting)
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Joint investigation underway into small plane crash off Northern Vancouver Island

The floatplane belonged to a company called Air Cab, based in Coal Harbour

Black Press Media file
Black Press Media file

3 people missing after float plane crash off northern Vancouver Island

The plane was hired by a company called Air Cab, based in Coal Harbour

Black Press Media file
A motor vehicle caught fire after flipping over onto its side on Byng Road on Tuesday, Nov. 15. (Submitted photo)

Speed and alcohol believed to be a factor in fiery Byng Road motor vehicle crash

The driver and two passengers escaped from the overturned vehicle before it went up in flames

A motor vehicle caught fire after flipping over onto its side on Byng Road on Tuesday, Nov. 15. (Submitted photo)
North Island MLA Michele Babchuk. (Supplied photo)

Faster internet coming for rural residents in the North Island

The provincial investment comes from the Connecting British Columbia Fund

North Island MLA Michele Babchuk. (Supplied photo)
The aftermath of the deadly motor vehicle incident at the Coal Harbour turnoff. (Submitted photo)

Man dead after small car t-boned by truck in Port Hardy

69-year-old male dies after car crash at Port Hardy intersection

The aftermath of the deadly motor vehicle incident at the Coal Harbour turnoff. (Submitted photo)
Port Hardy Hospital. (Island Health photo)

Overnight emergency room closures continue to occur at the Port Hardy Hospital

Island Health acknowledged this is not an ideal situation for the community

Port Hardy Hospital. (Island Health photo)
District of Port Hardy municipal signage. (North Island Gazette file photo)

3 per cent pay raise approved for Port Hardy mayor and councillors

The mayor of the District of Port Hardy will be paid an annual indemnity of $30,120

District of Port Hardy municipal signage. (North Island Gazette file photo)
The entrance to the Port Hardy swimming pool. (Tyson Whitney - North Island Gazette)

Port Hardy awards contract for liner installation at dormant indoor swimming pool

The pool has been closed for much needed repairs since June of 2021

The entrance to the Port Hardy swimming pool. (Tyson Whitney - North Island Gazette)
Fisheries Minister Joyce Murray tours a Mowi Canada West salmon farm on Oct. 14 where she was hosted by the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw First Nations whose territory the farm is located in. (Supplied photo)

Coalition of First Nations for thanks fisheries minister for fish farming consultation

Group believes fish farming is a progressive industry that, when done responsibly, can be beneficial

Fisheries Minister Joyce Murray tours a Mowi Canada West salmon farm on Oct. 14 where she was hosted by the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw First Nations whose territory the farm is located in. (Supplied photo)
A young female Humpback whale named ‘Spike’ was found dead off Malcolm Island. (Jared Towers photo)

Young female humpback whale ‘Spike’ found dead off Malcolm Island

MERS said it currently does not know the whale’s cause of death

A young female Humpback whale named ‘Spike’ was found dead off Malcolm Island. (Jared Towers photo)
Keltic Seafoods in Port Hardy. (Keltic Facebook photo)

Employee owned Keltic Seafoods has been bought out by the Pacific Seafood Group

The full leadership team will continue with Mickey Flanagan still serving in the role of CEO

Keltic Seafoods in Port Hardy. (Keltic Facebook photo)
Sammy-Sander/Pixabay photo

10 more ‘Hidden Gem’ horror movies to watch this Halloween

Many great and entertaining horror films often end up flying under the radar, which is a real shame

Sammy-Sander/Pixabay photo
Black Press Media file

North Island emergency rooms continue to face overnight closures

Island Health is working on recruitment and strategies to secure additional nursing coverage

Black Press Media file
James Furney is the new mayor for Port McNeill. (Supplied photo)

Port McNeill elects new mayor and two new councillors

This will be James Furney’s first term as mayor

James Furney is the new mayor for Port McNeill. (Supplied photo)
Kevin Cameron will be back as mayor in Port Alice for his second term. (Supplied photo)

Kevin Cameron voted in for second term as Port Alice mayor

As for Port Alice council, four candidates were already acclaimed to office

Kevin Cameron will be back as mayor in Port Alice for his second term. (Supplied photo)
Ian Hill gives the thumbs up as he gets ready to cast his vote. Candy Nomeland, who had already voted, does the same while Chief Administrative Officer Heather Nelson-Smith welcomes residents. (Tyson Whitney - North Island Gazette)

‘Smooth sailing’ so far for District of Port Hardy’s municipal office on voting day

Everyone was able to go inside quickly and vote for their favourite local candidates

Ian Hill gives the thumbs up as he gets ready to cast his vote. Candy Nomeland, who had already voted, does the same while Chief Administrative Officer Heather Nelson-Smith welcomes residents. (Tyson Whitney - North Island Gazette)
Port Hardy raised $16,000 for Tour de Rock this year. (Tyson Whitney - North Island Gazette)

Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock ride kicks off in the North Island

RCMP Cst. Kyle Dornan had half of his head shaved and was given a $16,000 cheque

Port Hardy raised $16,000 for Tour de Rock this year. (Tyson Whitney - North Island Gazette)