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Electric truck joins Salt Spring’s PARC fleet

Robb Magley - September 27, 2023

EV work trucks, chargers, mowing equipment rolled out in electric effort The first of two new electric work trucks have landed on the island, according...

Park groups aim to collaborate

Robb Magley - September 27, 2023

Cooperation trumps competition in Portlock master plan process The different user groups that had seemingly been competing to advance their preferred visions for Salt Spring’s...

Coming Home campaign launched

Gail Sjuberg - September 27, 2023

10-acre parcel of land anchors Stqeeye’ projects Part of the Truth and Reconciliation journey involves learning about Indigenous people’s history and connections to one’s community....

Fire hall project updated

Gail Sjuberg - September 20, 2023

People attending the Salt Spring Island Fire Protection District (SSIFPD) town hall meeting last Thursday came away with a fulsome three-course meal of information. The...

Officials press for wildfire DPA

Robb Magley - September 20, 2023

Two agencies tasked with emergency management and response approached Salt Spring’s Local Trust Committee (LTC) last week to ask for special requirements and guidelines...

RIEP impact survey seeks respondents

Driftwood Staff - September 20, 2023

Time is running out for local workers and businesses to weigh in on challenges and opportunities for sustainable economic development, according to organizers of...

Phoenix Elementary closing its doors

Robb Magley - September 19, 2023

Declining enrolment — and a corresponding operational budget deficit — has spelled the end for Salt Spring’s Phoenix Elementary School, with no students registered...

Four local government meetings in 26 hours

Driftwood Staff - September 13, 2023

Islanders engaged with local public affairs will find themselves having to make a tough choice this week as two major government bodies have meetings...

Ebike rider airlifted after Cusheon collision

Robb Magley - September 12, 2023

A collision between an electric bicycle and a pick-up truck with a camper brought a medical helicopter to a Salt Spring Island farm on...

Saturday use of ArtSpring parking lot appreciated

Robb Magley - September 6, 2023

Some island visitors braving the busy summertime Salt Spring Saturday Market crowds recently have found a small miracle: a great place to park. “Five Saturdays...

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