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Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Acworth, Georgia and Continues its Expansion Plans in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area
Acworth, Ga., October 10, 2022 - Crunch Franchise today announced the upcoming Winter 2022 opening of Crunch Acworth, a five-million dollar, 30,000-square-foot fitness facility with state-of-the-art fitness equipment northwest of Atlanta in Cobb County. Crunch Acworth will be located in the Acworth Crossing Shopping Mall at 3335 Cobb Pkwy NW, Acworth, GA. Backed by private equity, with Greenwich, Connecticut-based North Castle Partners, CR Fitness Holdings LLC.
Comox man saddened after late mother’s rosary beads stolen in car break-in
Photo of Anthony Norris's car COMOX, BC- Anthony Norris wants his moms rosary beads back. Norris noticed his car had been broken into sometime after 12:30 p.m. on April 12th. “One of our vehicles was gone through. Personal items were taken, a set of rosary beads, a change purse with a small amount of money in it and a set of house keys were taken.” said Norris.
No other plans for alcohol on North Island routes: BC Ferries
NORTH ISLAND, BC- BC Ferries have confirmed some routes will be serving alcohol but there are no plans for North Island routes. BC Ferries will be developing a pilot project to serve alcohol on the following vessels between Vancouver and Victoria: -Spirit of British Columbia -Spirit of Vancouver -Coastal Celebration Wine and beer will be available with a meal in the Pacific Buffet.
No other plans for alcohol on North Island routes: BC Ferries
NORTH ISLAND, BC- BC Ferries have confirmed some routes will be serving alcohol but there are no plans for North Island routes. BC Ferries will be developing a pilot project to serve alcohol on the following vessels between Vancouver and Victoria: -Spirit of British Columbia -Spirit of Vancouver -Coastal Celebration Wine and beer will be available with a meal in the Pacific Buffet.
No other plans for alcohol on North Island routes: BC Ferries
NORTH ISLAND, BC- BC Ferries have confirmed some routes will be serving alcohol but there are no plans for North Island routes. BC Ferries will be developing a pilot project to serve alcohol on the following vessels between Vancouver and Victoria: -Spirit of British Columbia -Spirit of Vancouver -Coastal Celebration Wine and beer will be available with a meal in the Pacific Buffet.
GoFundMe launched for young Valley resident facing brain infection
K’ÓMOKS FIRST NATION, B.C- A Comox Valley family is looking for support, after their daughter was diagnosed with a brain infection. According to the GoFundMe page for the family, Mary Everson received life altering news when her daughter Anna was diagnosed with a brain Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis (ADEM) in recent weeks. ADEM is a brain infection that attacks and leads to inflammation of the brain and spinal cord. It then damages the protective covering of the nerve fibers.
No other plans for alcohol on North Island routes: BC Ferries
NORTH ISLAND, BC- BC Ferries have confirmed some routes will be serving alcohol but there are no plans for North Island routes. BC Ferries will be developing a pilot project to serve alcohol on the following vessels between Vancouver and Victoria: -Spirit of British Columbia -Spirit of Vancouver -Coastal Celebration Wine and beer will be available with a meal in the Pacific Buffet.
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds have arrived
Image supplied by 19 Wing Public Affairs. COMOX, BC- The Canadian Forces Snowbirds have arrived in the Valley to start their spring training. They will be training until May 7th for the 2019 Snowbirds airshow. The BC stops in this year’s Snowbirds airshow will be in Quesnel, Penticton, and Abbotsford. The Valley will not be getting an official airshow, but they will be practicing here for the next three weeks.
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds have arrived
Image supplied by 19 Wing Public Affairs. COMOX, BC- The Canadian Forces Snowbirds have arrived in the Valley to start their spring training. They will be training until May 7th for the 2019 Snowbirds airshow. The BC stops in this year’s Snowbirds airshow will be in Quesnel, Penticton, and Abbotsford. The Valley will not be getting an official airshow, but they will be practicing here for the next three weeks.
Bike patrol unit recovers stolen Courtenay bike
Image courtesy of the Comox Valley RCMP. COURTENAY, BC- The Comox Valley RCMP Bike Unit recovered a stolen bicycle in Courtenay. On April 11th the RCMP got a call about a bike that had been stolen overnight from a backyard on the 800-block of 5th Street. The Bike Unit found the bike and a trailer on the 1000-block of Piercy Road. With other frontline police officers, they saw a man going back and forth to the bicycle. Officers arrested him before he was able to ride away.
Two Comox firefighters are moving on to new a station
Picture from: Comox Valley Fire Department COMOX, BC- Two of Comox’s firefighters are going to be missed as they are moving on to a new station. “We are very proud of Jon Watkins and Jesse Peterson,” said Comox Fire Chief Gord Schreiner. “They have worked extremely hard to achieve their dreams of becoming full-time firefighters.
School District 71 looking for public input in strategic plan for 2019-2023
Google View of SD71 school board COMOX VALLEY, BC- School District 71 is looking for public input on their new strategic plan. Every four years the school board puts together a new plan involving; the boards message and goals, new education aspects, community involvement, indigenous education and organization/ sustainability. The plan follows the new election of a new board of education. There will be two public consultations that the public will be able to attend.
Stolen mail recovered from all over the Valley
COMOX VALLEY, BC- Stolen mail was recovered from a vehicle at a traffic stop in Courtenay. On March 29th at the Comox Valley RCMP traffic stop investigators found the driver was prohibited from diving. When the driver was arrested officers found stolen mail inside the car. Daryl May has been charged with possession of stolen property under $5000, possession of an identity document and daily to comply with probation.
Police still searching for missing Surrey man
The security footage image is from Nanaimo, before March 27th COMOX VALLEY, BC- The Comox Valley RCMP are still looking for Stephen Mapes. Mapes was reported missing to the Surrey RCMP on April 2nd of this year. The investigation was handed over to Comox Valley RCMP earlier this month. Both his family and police are concerned for his well-being, as this is out of character for him to be gone for this long. He was last seen in Courtenay on March 27th.
Police still searching for missing Surrey man
The security footage image is from Nanaimo, before March 27th COMOX VALLEY, BC- The Comox Valley RCMP are still looking for Stephen Mapes. Mapes was reported missing to the Surrey RCMP on April 2nd of this year. The investigation was handed over to Comox Valley RCMP earlier this month. Both his family and police are concerned for his well-being, as this is out of character for him to be gone for this long. He was last seen in Courtenay on March 27th.
Comox Valley Airport Commission welcomes two new board members
A Westjet plane lands at the Comox Valley airport on July 31st, 2018. Photo by James Wood/98.9 The Goat/Vista Radio COMOX VALLEY, BC- Two new members have joined the Comox Valley Airport Commission. Dr. Nancy Arsenault and Ms. Wendy Lewis CPA have joined to Comox Valley Airport Commission (CVAC) board. Both have accepted the three-year term which started at the beginning of the month, according to a press release from the Comox Valley Airport.
Island Health warning about new South Island measles exposure
SOUTH ISLAND, BC- Island Health is looking into a new suspected case of measles on the South Island.
Island Health warning about new South Island measles exposure
SOUTH ISLAND, BC- Island Health is looking into a new suspected case of measles on the South Island.
Island Health warning about new South Island measles exposure
SOUTH ISLAND, BC- Island Health is looking into a new suspected case of measles on the South Island.
Island Health warning about new South Island measles exposure
SOUTH ISLAND, BC- Island Health is looking into a new suspected case of measles on the South Island.
Affordable homes on the way for brain injury survivors and their families in Campbell River
CAMPBELL RIVER, BC- New affordable homes are being built for brain injury survivors and their families in Campbell River. The government of BC and the Campbell River Head Injury Support Society will be putting in these homes to improve the lives of those living with a brain injury, with help from the government of Canada.
Affordable homes on the way for brain injury survivors and their families in Campbell River
CAMPBELL RIVER, BC- New affordable homes are being built for brain injury survivors and their families in Campbell River. The government of BC and the Campbell River Head Injury Support Society will be putting in these homes to improve the lives of those living with a brain injury, with help from the government of Canada.
Powell River vacation rental license fee to go down
Photo of Powell River City Hall, courtesy the city's website. POWELL RIVER, BC- Powell River Council are bringing down the fee for vacation rentals. Under the city’s business license bylaw, it is a $2,000 fee for vacation rentals. According to the Powell River Peak, mayor Dave Formosa wanted to cut it in half and drop it to $1,000 The city will allow ten vacations rentals but an unlimited number of short-term rentals, according to the council agenda.
Blubber Bay terminal construction will cause trip cancellations
TEXADA ISLAND, BC- Some ferry trips out of Blubber Bay terminal will be canceled over the next two months. The wingwall replacement project is expected to start today and go until July 31st. The work will be going on around the regular sailing schedule, but there will be some cancellations. They will be expected in the May 11-25 and June 13-26 periods. Confirmation of the cancellation dates will be sent out five days in advance.
Residents return to homes after gas leak
Gas leak on Arden Road. Photo by: Tricia Mason COURTENAY, BC- A gas leak was reported at a home on Arden Road this afternoon. The Courtenay fire department was called to a gas leak that happened during the new construction that was going on around a home, according to Courtenay fire captain Johnathan Welsh. “No injuries or anything like that, a few homes were evacuated just for precautions for the gas leak or anything that might have been in the home.” said Welsh.
African Children’s Choir coming to Port McNeill and Campbell River
NORTHERN VANCOUVER ISLAND, BC- The African Children’s Choir will be performing in Campbell River May 29th and Port McNeill on June 5th. The African Children’s Choir is a program made up of ages 7 to 10 years old. They represent the thousands of children in Africa who are living in poverty. They are a nonprofit humanitarian and relief organization dedicated to helping vulnerable children in Africa.
African Children’s Choir coming to Port McNeill and Campbell River
NORTHERN VANCOUVER ISLAND, BC- The African Children’s Choir will be performing in Campbell River May 29th and Port McNeill on June 5th. The African Children’s Choir is a program made up of ages 7 to 10 years old. They represent the thousands of children in Africa who are living in poverty. They are a nonprofit humanitarian and relief organization dedicated to helping vulnerable children in Africa.
Baby bird season is around the corner
VANCOUVER ISLAND, BC- With spring comes baby bird season, but what do you do if you see one in need of help? The first step is to see if the baby bird is physically hurt, according to Gylaine Andersen, manger of MARS Wildlife Rehabilitation services. “The first thing you want to assess is if the baby bird is actually injured, or if it tangled up in something or if you know they have been in contact with a cat or attacked by a dog,” said Andersen.
Baby bird season is around the corner
VANCOUVER ISLAND, BC- With spring comes baby bird season, but what do you do if you see one in need of help? The first step is to see if the baby bird is physically hurt, according to Gylaine Andersen, manger of MARS Wildlife Rehabilitation services. “The first thing you want to assess is if the baby bird is actually injured, or if it tangled up in something or if you know they have been in contact with a cat or attacked by a dog,” said Andersen.
Baby bird season is around the corner
VANCOUVER ISLAND, BC- With spring comes baby bird season, but what do you do if you see one in need of help? The first step is to see if the baby bird is physically hurt, according to Gylaine Andersen, manger of MARS Wildlife Rehabilitation services. “The first thing you want to assess is if the baby bird is actually injured, or if it tangled up in something or if you know they have been in contact with a cat or attacked by a dog,” said Andersen.
Baby bird season is around the corner
VANCOUVER ISLAND, BC- With spring comes baby bird season, but what do you do if you see one in need of help? The first step is to see if the baby bird is physically hurt, according to Gylaine Andersen, manger of MARS Wildlife Rehabilitation services. “The first thing you want to assess is if the baby bird is actually injured, or if it tangled up in something or if you know they have been in contact with a cat or attacked by a dog,” said Andersen.
Two cougars euthanized in Port Alice over past three weeks: Conservation
PORT ALICE, BC- A pair of cougars have had to be put down in Port Alice in recent weeks. That’s according to BC Conservation officer Brad Adams, based out of Port McNeil, there had been reports of two cougars together near the North Island in early March. There had been a spree of cougar activity in the community toward the end of March, and into the first week of April.
Two cougars euthanized in Port Alice over past three weeks: Conservation
PORT ALICE, BC- A pair of cougars have had to be put down in Port Alice in recent weeks. That’s according to BC Conservation officer Brad Adams, based out of Port McNeil, there had been reports of two cougars together near the North Island in early March. There had been a spree of cougar activity in the community toward the end of March, and into the first week of April.
Two cougars euthanized in Port Alice over past three weeks: Conservation
PORT ALICE, BC- A pair of cougars have had to be put down in Port Alice in recent weeks. That’s according to BC Conservation officer Brad Adams, based out of Port McNeil, there had been reports of two cougars together near the North Island in early March. There had been a spree of cougar activity in the community toward the end of March, and into the first week of April.
Two cougars euthanized in Port Alice over past three weeks: Conservation
PORT ALICE, BC- A pair of cougars have had to be put down in Port Alice in recent weeks. That’s according to BC Conservation officer Brad Adams, based out of Port McNeil, there had been reports of two cougars together near the North Island in early March. There had been a spree of cougar activity in the community toward the end of March, and into the first week of April.
News Video: Comox lake outlook improving
Comox Lake Outlook Improving NEWS VIDEO: BC Hydro released new forecasts for the Comox Lake watershed earlier this week, following a rainy weekend. The outlook for the watershed is appearing more positive, after history-making low inflows in March. The situation was described as a "winter drought". We went back to the lake to see what was going on.
Pacific West to handle Mount Waddington transport
MOUNT WADDINGTON, BC- Pacific West Transportation (PWT) will be taking over the operations services in Mount Waddington. The change was made from the original transit provider North Island Community Services Society (NICSS), who had been in control of the day by day transportation for 10 years. BC Transit had two different companies apply for the position to take over for NICSS, according to BC Transit Communications Manager Johnathon Dyck.
Courtenay mayor disagrees with most recent CFIB report
Bob Wells is pictured in a file photo from the CVRD board meeting on October 2nd, 2018. Photo by James Wood/98.9 The Goat/Vista Radio COURTENAY, BC- Mayor Wells does not agree with how the CFIB rated the city of Courtenay one of the worst places to have a business in Canada. “I looked at their report and at the end of the day they are talking about how Courtenay is one of the worst places,” said Wells.
Back Road carpet fire caused by a dropped cigarette
Carpet fire at 200 Back RD. COURTENAY, BC- A carpet caught fire in an apartment building along Back Road today, after misuse of a cigarette. The Courtenay fire department was called to 200 Back Road this morning, according to Captain Johnathan Welsh. Upon arrival, fire fighters inspected the apartment building and then ventilated the area. The cause was a cigarette hitting the carpet, creating a small fire in the apartment.
Port Alice cougar put down by conservation officers
PORT ALICE, BC- A male cougar was put down after stalking two women in Port Alice. This past Saturday a couple of women were out for a walk when suddenly a male cougar came out of a clearing and started moving towards them. One of the women used what she had on hand to distract the cougar, according to Conservation Officer Steve Petrovcic. “She used an umbrella to break this cougar’s trance and kind of dissuade it from coming any closer.” said Petrovcic.
Port Alice cougar put down by conservation officers
PORT ALICE, BC- A male cougar was put down after stalking two women in Port Alice. This past Saturday a couple of women were out for a walk when suddenly a male cougar came out of a clearing and started moving towards them. One of the women used what she had on hand to distract the cougar, according to Conservation Officer Steve Petrovcic. “She used an umbrella to break this cougar’s trance and kind of dissuade it from coming any closer.” said Petrovcic.
The Annual Royal Lepage Comox Valley Snow to Surf Adventure Relay Race is almost here
Downhill skiers make their way down a Mount Washington ski run during the start of the Royal Lepage Snow to Surf relay race throughout the Comox Valley on April 29, 2018. Photo by James Wood/Vista Radio COMOX VALLEY, BC- The Royal Lepage Comox Valley Snow to Surf Adventure Relay Race still has some spots open for teams. The race is on April 28th. The events includes: alpine skiing, cross country skiing, running, mountain biking, kayaking, road cycling and canoeing.
Port Alice cougar put down by conservation officers
PORT ALICE, BC- A male cougar was put down after stalking two women in Port Alice. This past Saturday a couple of women were out for a walk when suddenly a male cougar came out of a clearing and started moving towards them. One of the women used what she had on hand to distract the cougar, according to Conservation Officer Steve Petrovcic. “She used an umbrella to break this cougar’s trance and kind of dissuade it from coming any closer.” said Petrovcic.
Port Alice cougar put down by conservation officers
PORT ALICE, BC- A male cougar was put down after stalking two women in Port Alice. This past Saturday a couple of women were out for a walk when suddenly a male cougar came out of a clearing and started moving towards them. One of the women used what she had on hand to distract the cougar, according to Conservation Officer Steve Petrovcic. “She used an umbrella to break this cougar’s trance and kind of dissuade it from coming any closer.” said Petrovcic.
Campbell River grocery store robbed
CAMPBELL RIVER, BC- Willow Point Discovery Foods was robbed last night around 2am. The Campbell River store is offering $1000 to anyone who has information about the robbery at their store. According Crime Stoppers the suspect took mainly cigarettes. They loaded up a grocery cart full of the stolen items and left on foot. The suspect was caught on a security camera, but their face was hidden. They were wearing all black, grey sneakers and bright yellow gloves.
Port Alice mural restoration to be done by local artist
photo provided by: Keith Pinel PORT ALICE, BC- A historic mural in Port Alice will shine again. Local artist, Keith Pinel says he will be restoring the mural behind the Royal Canadian Legion in Port Alice. “The original mural was done in 1974, so 44 years ago,” said Pinel. “I actually first saw the mural when I was attending the Remembrance Day event last year. It (the mural) was outside and was in drastically bad shape from the weather.” The original artist was Frank Lewis, who has since passed on.
Port Alice mural restoration to be done by local artist
photo provided by: Keith Pinel PORT ALICE, BC- A historic mural in Port Alice will shine again. Local artist, Keith Pinel says he will be restoring the mural behind the Royal Canadian Legion in Port Alice. “The original mural was done in 1974, so 44 years ago,” said Pinel. “I actually first saw the mural when I was attending the Remembrance Day event last year. It (the mural) was outside and was in drastically bad shape from the weather.” The original artist was Frank Lewis, who has since passed on.
Port Alice mural restoration to be done by local artist
photo provided by: Keith Pinel PORT ALICE, BC- A historic mural in Port Alice will shine again. Local artist, Keith Pinel says he will be restoring the mural behind the Royal Canadian Legion in Port Alice. “The original mural was done in 1974, so 44 years ago,” said Pinel. “I actually first saw the mural when I was attending the Remembrance Day event last year. It (the mural) was outside and was in drastically bad shape from the weather.” The original artist was Frank Lewis, who has since passed on.
Port Alice mural restoration to be done by local artist
photo provided by: Keith Pinel PORT ALICE, BC- A historic mural in Port Alice will shine again. Local artist, Keith Pinel says he will be restoring the mural behind the Royal Canadian Legion in Port Alice. “The original mural was done in 1974, so 44 years ago,” said Pinel. “I actually first saw the mural when I was attending the Remembrance Day event last year. It (the mural) was outside and was in drastically bad shape from the weather.” The original artist was Frank Lewis, who has since passed on.
18 new long-term care beds added in Campbell River
Island Health Logo CAMPBELL RIVER, BC- 18 new long-term care beds have been added to Discovery Harbour Seniors Community. Campbell River now has a total of 264 publicly-funded long-term beds, according to a press release from Island Health. Island Health funded the additions to help the province meet their goal of 3.36 direct care hours per resident day, according to Health Minister Adrian Dix.
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