Coombs

A wolf-dog hybrid is roaming a rural area between Coombs and Errington for several months. (FLED photo via Facebook)

Animal control trap set up on private land for roaming Coombs wolf-dog

Experts skeptical baited-trap method can work

 

A Coombs family says their French Bulldog, Ocean, was killed by a wolf-dog hybrid at Coombs Country Campground. (Photo courtesy Vancouver Island Internet Television)

Family says wolf-dog hybrid killed puppy at Coombs campground

Animal has evaded traps for months; reports of several pet attacks

 

Dysfunction Junction, from Seattle, performs at the 2023 Coombs Bluegrass Festival. (Photo courtesy of Linda Thorburn)

Coombs festival organizer inducted into Canadian Bluegrass Hall of Fame

Jim Brown recognized for more than 50 years of volunteering

 

Linden Ross from Barriere, B.C. rides in Coombs Bulls, Broncs and Barrels on Aug. 20. (Kevin Forsyth photo)

PHOTOS: Action pics as Coombs Rodeo returns for 2023

Bulls, Broncs and Barrels events draw big crowds Aug. 19 and Aug. 20

Linden Ross from Barriere, B.C. rides in Coombs Bulls, Broncs and Barrels on Aug. 20. (Kevin Forsyth photo)
Coombs Hilliers Volunteer Fire Department Fire Chief Ron Schildroth congratulates Theresa Benoit for her appointment as full-time Deputy Fire Chief. (CHVFD photo)

Coombs fire department tabs first-ever full-time female deputy chief

Benoit hopes she can inspire more women to join profession

Coombs Hilliers Volunteer Fire Department Fire Chief Ron Schildroth congratulates Theresa Benoit for her appointment as full-time Deputy Fire Chief. (CHVFD photo)
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No injuries reported after fire destroys home in Coombs

8 departments respond to blaze on Station Road

Joey Caddel photo via Facebook
ABOVE: Jeremy Humpherville, artist and owner of Coastal Carvings Fine Art Gallery in Coombs. The gallery and its artists will be featured in an upcoming TV series on APTN. (Kevin Forsyth photo) 
BELOW: Levi Purjue carves while cameraman Taylor Hanley captures the moment for an upcoming docu-series featuring the artists of Coastal Carvings Fine Art Gallery. (Submitted photo)

Coombs gallery to gain national exposure with upcoming TV series

Coastal Carvings Gallery will be featured on show expected to air on APTN

ABOVE: Jeremy Humpherville, artist and owner of Coastal Carvings Fine Art Gallery in Coombs. The gallery and its artists will be featured in an upcoming TV series on APTN. (Kevin Forsyth photo) 
BELOW: Levi Purjue carves while cameraman Taylor Hanley captures the moment for an upcoming docu-series featuring the artists of Coastal Carvings Fine Art Gallery. (Submitted photo)
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One person dead after Highway 4 collision near Coombs

BC Highway Patrol has taken over the investigation

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Katie Warnock’s non-fiction novel, ‘Sugar Packet Thief: a Chronicle of an Ending’, is based on journal entries from her daily visits to her grandfather during the last two months of his life. (Submitted photo)

Care for grandfather inspires Coombs woman to pen novel chronicling last months of his life

Katie Warnock encourages people to visit elderly loved ones in longterm care

Katie Warnock’s non-fiction novel, ‘Sugar Packet Thief: a Chronicle of an Ending’, is based on journal entries from her daily visits to her grandfather during the last two months of his life. (Submitted photo)
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RCMP: Hit-and-run on Alberni Highway sends 1 person to hospital

Police on the lookout for red Ford F-150 pickup truck

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PQB crime report: Stop signs reported stolen by vandals in Parksville

Variety of prowlers also reported lurking in city

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PQB crime report: 2 apprehended for vandalizing inside of transit bus in Parksville

Males reported spraying interior of vehicle with paint

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PQB crime report: 1948 Indian brand motorcycle stolen in Whiskey Creek

Oceanside RCMP deal with 257 complaints in one-week period

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PQB crime report: Police deal with thieves, vandals, prowlers and firebugs

Oceanside RCMP received 292 complaints in one-week period

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Crime report: Vandals go on spree, damaging mailboxes in Qualicum Beach

Oceanside RCMP also deal with burned portable outhouse

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A trailer was destroyed by fire at 2747 Alberni Highway on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. (Kevin Forsyth photo)
A trailer was destroyed by fire at 2747 Alberni Highway on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. (Kevin Forsyth photo)
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PQB crime report: Crooks continue to target vehicle licence plates

Oceanside RCMP also deal with night prowlers, outhouse graffiti

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PQB crime report: Crook makes off with rifle, pistol and cowboy boots in Coombs

Oceanside RCMP also deal with suspects dropping items off overpass onto vehicle

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An air ambulance takes off from Highway 4 on Wednesday, April 6. (PHOTO COURTESY PA FIRE DEPARTMENT)

Two sent to hospital after Highway 4 crash near Cathedral Grove

Highway was closed for several hours on April 6, 2022

An air ambulance takes off from Highway 4 on Wednesday, April 6. (PHOTO COURTESY PA FIRE DEPARTMENT)