A new version of War's "Why Can't We Be Friends" has been released, celebrating the song's 50th anniversary. The track was originally released in April, 2025. War partnered with Playing For Change, an initiative to connect the world through music. The 2025 version features band members Lonnie Jordan, former b...

David Byrne (Talking Heads) recently performed a "Tiny Desk Concert" at the NPR studio. He managed to fit about a dozen band members and their instruments in this 10x11 space. You can view the performance below. Source: Consequence Sound.

Activities: October 29: Heartwood's House of Spooktacles (Errington Hall) October 29: West Coast Horror Night at Fireside Books (Parksville) October 30 - November 1: Kids Spooky Halloween Week at the Museum (Qualicum Beach) October 31: 56th Annual Coombs Candy Walk October 31: Parksville Downtown's Spooktacular Hallowe...

Good news! All orders and alerts have been rescinded. See the Public Notice for additional information. RDN Frequently Asked Questions: LINK Facebook Group "Vancouver Island Fire Support and Accommodations" - community members offering support to first responders and evacuees. Link remains in consideration of...

Movie sequels and reboots - why? Nostalgia. Sometimes we need comedic familiarity to look forward to. The buzz was loud when these sequels were announced! Film 1) Spinal Tap II: The End Continues will be in theatres on September 12th. There was a giddiness in the air when the making of a Spinal Tap sequel was announced...