Go Sayward News Desk
The Go Sayward News Desk is the editorial team responsible for news reporting and coverage published by GoSayward.com.
Our coverage focuses primarily on Sayward, Kelsey Bay, the Sayward Valley and North Vancouver Island, with extended provincial and national coverage for issues that may impact local residents.
Latest Articles by Go Sayward News Desk
Human-Caused Wildfire Near Port Alberni Brought Under Control
A small wildfire near Port Alberni has been brought under control after crews responded to a brush fire Sunday. The BC Wildfire Service says the fire was discovered Aug. 9 near Athol Road, just off the Alberni Highway. The blaze was estimated at approximately 0.009...
Helicopter Pilot Injured After Crash During BC Wildfire Operations
A helicopter pilot was hospitalized Tuesday after the aircraft crashed into a lake while taking part in wildfire operations in B.C.’s South Cariboo region. The crash occurred Tuesday morning as crews were working on the Big Bar wildfire complex near 70 Mile House,...
Saanich Woman Missing Near Woss For Two Weeks Found Safe
A 32-year-old Saanich woman who had been missing for more than two weeks has been found safe near Woss Lake, after searchers received reports that she may have been seen at a local boat launch. Taisia Verbitchi was located Sunday on the eastern shore of Woss Lake,...
Three Year Old Injured In Maple Ridge Bear Attack As Search Continues For Animal
A three-year-old girl is recovering from non-life-threatening injuries after being attacked by a black bear outside her family’s Maple Ridge home Sunday, but the bear responsible remains at large. The attack happened shortly before noon on Aug. 9 while the child was...
Online News Act Leaves Rural Canadians Without Reliable Wildfire Information
A report submitted to the House of Commons heritage committee says the federal Online News Act contributed to a loss of credible local news on Facebook during wildfire emergencies, with rural communities particularly affected. The study, conducted by researchers at...
Police Seek Saanich Woman Last Seen Camping Near Woss
Police are asking for the public’s help locating a 32-year-old Saanich woman who has been missing since she was dropped off near Woss more than two weeks ago. Saanich Police say Taisa Verbitchi was last seen shortly before 7 p.m. on July 22, when she was dropped off...