Hussam Elghussein

London

News Reporter at CFCP-FM (Comox Valley, BC)

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Tribune Bay Park Campground getting redesigned by BC Parks

6 days ago | mycomoxvalleynow.com | Hussam Elghussein

The Tribune Bay Park Campground is getting a full redesign this year. BC Parks is currently redesigning the campground, which will see new sites with a variety of camping options and small, basic cabins included. The redesign will also offer electrified and non-electrified sites, new pit toilets, and a new shower building.
New trees planted at Resource Recovery Centre greenspace

6 days ago | mypowellrivernow.com | Hussam Elghussein

Several new trees have been planted at the Resource Recovery Centre for an ongoing initiative. That comes from the qathet Regional District, saying they got up to $7,500 from BC Hydro to plant trees at the Centre’s green space in April. The money comes from Hydro’s Community ReGreening Program, which supports tree planting projects across the province.
Indigenous corporation buys building to support local First Nations

6 days ago | mycampbellrivernow.com | Hussam Elghussein

First Nations will see more sovereignty and stability through the purchase of a Campbell River building. Tiičma Enterprises, an Indigenous economic development corporation, has bought a building at 1250 Ironwood Street, securing a permanent place for governance, business operations, and community services that would support local First Nations. Island Coastal Economic Trust, who invested $200,000 into this initiative, says the Nations originally leased the building for five years.
CMI Weihai chosen to build new Major BC Vessels

6 days ago | mycampbellrivernow.com | Hussam Elghussein

BC Ferries has picked a Chinese shipyard to build four new Major Vessels for travel. In a media briefing today, the ferry-line announced China Merchants Industry Weihai Shipyards (CMI Weihai) will build the vessels, that will replace four aging ships that are nearing the end of their service life.
Police urge caution following festival payment scam

6 days ago | mypowellrivernow.com | Hussam Elghussein

Police are asking you to be cautious when sending money following a recent festival scam. On Tuesday, Powell River RCMP got a report of a social media fraud targeting potential vendors for the upcoming Powell River Blackberry Festival. Officers say the scammer is claiming to be the festival coordinator, asking for vendor payment by emailing [email protected].
Simms Park Concert cancelled following passing of beloved musician

6 days ago | mycomoxvalleynow.com | Hussam Elghussein

Sunday’s Simms Park concert has been cancelled due to the passing of one of the performers. On Thursday, the City of Courtenay said that Anela Kahiamoe, a multi-instrumentalist known for bringing a Hawaiian flair and feel-good vibes to his music, had passed away. Kahiamoe was scheduled to perform the Duo of Duos concert with Melancholy Michael and Easy Street for the Simms Summer Concert series. The city sends their sincere condolences to Kahiamoe’s friends and family.
North Island First Nation launches eco-tourism hub

1 week ago | mytriportnow.com | Hussam Elghussein

A new tourism hub aims to bring reconciliation and economic growth for an Island First Nation. The Tlatlasikwala First Nation has officially launched an eco-tourism hub on Hope Island, located off the coast of North Vancouver Island. The hub’s goal is to not only provide stable jobs and training for members of the First Nation, but to also boost tourism across northern communities like Port Hardy and Port McNeill.
Safety advisory issued for select Puntledge River areas

1 week ago | mycomoxvalleynow.com | Hussam Elghussein

Stay clear of some parts of the Puntledge River this week as BC Hydro will increase water flows. Hydro is increasing spill from the Comox Dam starting tonight so they can effectively manage levels at the Comox Lake Reservoir. This comes as freshnet inflows continue to enter the reservoir. While this increase happens, Hydro says all released water will be directed down the Barber’s Hole, Nymph Falls, and Stotan Falls sections of the system because the powerhouse is currently out of service.
New willow sculpture to launch at Cortes Island School Friday

1 week ago | mycampbellrivernow.com | Hussam Elghussein

A new sculpture will be launched at Cortes Island School this Friday. Called the Green Dragon, it’s a nearly 16-metre-long willow sculpture designed to support School District 72’s plan of turning the school grounds into a rich outdoor learning space. Local artists Amy Robertson, Helen Hall, and Eve Johnson built the sculpture with four types of willow trees, which are Salix fragilis, Salix purpurea, Salix triandra, and Salix alba britzensis.
Over 70 people came out in support of WeCan fundraiser

1 week ago | mycomoxvalleynow.com | Hussam Elghussein

Many people cycled, ran and walked in support of Comox Valley housing on Father’s Day. Sunday saw the 40K For Them Fundraiser, an event focused on raising money for the WeCan Shelter Society, who are looking to buy extra land to build more homes for the unhoused. Over 70 people registered to cycle 40 kilometers, run or cycle 10 kilometers and walk 1 kilometer at 40 Knots Winery for the cause. The event included an after-party with food and live music.

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