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Electric nylon weed eaters approved by Fire Department
Electric weed eaters, with nylon line, used in early shift (before 1pm and watching the site for an hour following) likely pose less of a risk of a fire than the long grass itself.
read more...Nominate a Neighbour in the RDN’s Water Saver Contest
Until September 4, 2015, the Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) and the City of Parksville will be taking nominations from residents who think their neighbour is doing a great job reducing water consumption. A weekly draw will determine prize winners.
read more...GERTIE’s Summer Fun (so far)
GERTIE’s Friday and Saturday evening pub and restaurant runs, from the Surf Lodge to Silva Bay and in between, are a success so far, and we’ve adjusted the evening schedule so that the times between runs are more even, allowing for dinner and drinks at all locations.
read more...Fishing Report for July 28, 2015
It was an odd week chartering. We caught fish everywhere we went, but no place was really hot.
read more...GIRO build progressing
As some islanders may already be aware, the Gabriola Island Recycling Organization (GIRO) is now undergoing a major renovation.
read more...Busy Season for GabEnergy
The hot, sunny weather that has blanketed the Gulf Islands this spring and early summer has challenged even the most experienced gardeners but it’s also provided the perfect conditions under which to harvest solar energy.
read more...Fishing Report for July 21, 2015
Chinook fishing yo-yoed back to its sketchy pattern last week. There were occasional good catches off Grande to Whalebone, and Entrance Reef, but the consistency of the fishery declined.
read more...Fairyn Bye Receives $2000 Scholarship
The directors of the Gabriola Ambulance Society are pleased to congratulate Fairyn Bye, recipient of the $2,000 annual scholarship awarded by the Society to a Gabriola student who is pursuing a career in the medical field.
read more...GERTIE Celebrates Community
From the Canada Day celebrations, to the Emergency Preparedness meeting and the new evening restaurant/pub runs, GERTIE will connect you with community - something we all need more than ever during these smoky, fire-alert days and nights.
read more...Fishing Report for July 14, 2015
Chinook fishing was quite good this week! We retained 13 chinook between 8 and 23 pounds during the mid week stretch.
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