Author Archives: David Wiwchar

The city has stepped in to take over a project at McLean Mill, after rust water started flowing down Kitsuksis Creek. City CAO Tim Pley said volunteers were drawing down the mill pond in order to work...

A Port Alberni man required medical attention after trying to break into a Redford Street home. The 29 year old, who witnesses believe was high on drugs, was punching and breaking windows at the back ...

There will be at least three new faces on city council in 5 weeks time, and voters will have a long list of candidates to choose from. There will be six mayoral and 22 councillor candidates vying for ...

The rains held off for the 34th annual Port Alberni Toy Run, as 568 riders thundered through the city on Saturday, bringing toys and cash for kids at Christmas time. Riders enjoyed a weekend full of e...

Port Alberni politicians had their opportunity to put pressure on the provincial Forest Minister in Whistler yesterday, and were happy to hear he agreed with their perspective on raw log exports. City...

Developers of the former ADSS lands say their connection to the property means they'll take great care in creating subdivisions and apartment blocks that show their pride in the project. Michael Nygre...

Members of city council attending the Union of BC Municipalities annual gathering say they're having many fruitful meetings with provincial Ministers. Sharie Minions says yesterdays meeting with Menta...

Alberni Valley logging trucks could soon be powered by wood-waste according to a lower mainland business cooperative. Eco Options CEO David Swan told city council last week he's looking at the Link Mi...

The city unveiled a new feature at city hall, designed to provide greater accessibility to city services. Mayor Mike Ruttan officially opened a new elevator that will link all three levels of city hal...

West Coast General Hospital patients won't have to rack up data charges anymore after the installation of a free WIFI service for both patients and visitors. West Coast General Hospital Foundation has...