WDG Wayne Procter is Serious about Chemainus. The Vancouver Island entrepreneur is making a serious investment in the community with the purchase of the former Riot Brewing and Procter confirmed on Saturday that he has purchased Willow Street Café. “It will be a Serious Coffee at the Willow Street Café,” Procter said. “Takeover date is Sept. … Read more
A pitch to allow purchasers of manufactured homes to own the land the home sits on has been rejected by North Cowichan council. The development located at the far end of Henry Road, adjacent to the Trans-Canada Highway, is currently under corporate ownership with a single title. The developer hoped to convince council to allow … Read more
Despite the valiant efforts of the Chemainus Volunteer Fire Department, assisted by the three other North Cowichan fire halls, and the Ladysmith Fire Department, a home on Winget Place in Panorama Ridge has been destroyed. The neighbouring house sustained substantial damage but the efforts of the fire departments, neighbours and Chemainus businesses managed to save … Read more
The lines were drawn, the future of forestry in North Cowichan was debated, but it is unlikely the saws will be fired up any time soon. In fact, the only real outcome of a lengthy discussion of the Municipal Forest Reserve was that the public now has a clear view of where each councillor stands … Read more
Longtime Chemainiac Laurie Douglas has always had a passion for her community and helping her neighbours. And now that generous streak has spread to include a number of her friends. “I’ve always wanted to surprise someone with a huge tip at a restaurant,” explains Douglas. “Locally it was hard since a lot of places split … Read more
No Frills employees, local dignitaries, and shoppers turned out early this morning to officially open the newest addition to downtown Chemainus. The discount grocery store – only the second one on Vancouver Island – is located in the former Chemainus Foods building on Willow Street, across from Waterwheel Park. The 10,000 square foot building underwent … Read more
Thursday, August 21 is the big day for everyone in Chemainus awaiting the arrival of the town’s newest business. No Frills, located in the former Chemainus Foods building on Willow Street in downtown Chemainus will open its doors to the public at 8 a.m. Thursday morning. It will be a happy day for those living … Read more
The much-anticipated Cowichan Craft Beer & Foot Fest is just two sleeps away! Organized by the Chemainus Business Improvement Association, this event is bubbling over with fun for folks who love beer, food and music. “We’re proud to announce that we’re officially the largest Craft Beer Festival on Vancouver Island, and this is one event … Read more
The wait is almost over as workers scramble to get the new No Frills grocery store ready to welcome Chemainus shoppers. The site has been a beehive of activity in recent weeks as shelving, refrigeration units and other equipment has been moved into position in anticipation of a late August opening. An extensive renovation has … Read more
Researchers have determined that there could be as many as 342 unmarked graves on Penelakut Island containing the bodies of children who attended Kuper Island Residential School. In a grim update delivered by University of British Columbia professor and archaeologist Andrew Martindale following the Spune’luxtth’ March for the Children held in Chemainus on Monday, details … Read more