Pope Francis used his year-end homily to focus on the scandals that came to light this year
Sex abuse scandals around the world have damaged the credibility of the Catholic hierarchy. In 2018, Pope Francis attempted to make amends and laid the groundwork for the future.
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Tofino Harvest Company earns two-year permit for town’s first commercial cannabis production facility
Retail cannabis in Tofino beginning to shake out as council continues to grind through process.
Fundraising fishing derby has raised over $500,000 for community initiatives since its inception.
Nomination meeting took place June 15 at Hupacasath Hall in Port Alberni
“I tried to make it so it was easy to get into waves and not too floaty so you could duck dive it.”
Fishing duel results in eager orca snagging salmon in Prince Rupert
William Talbott’s lawyer says DNA doesn’t prove murder
No injuries reported; firefighters prevented blaze from spreading
The driver of the vehicle remained at the crash scene and is fully cooperating
RCMP say if you cause an accident while eating you could be penalized
Blu, a three-year-old house cat, suffered severe damage to his hind leg after being stuck in trap for days
RCMP warn residents to call for police assistance
Health authority aims to reduce overdose risks at festivals
Officers found the cats living among piles of garbage and feces, suffering from fleas
