88.5 The Beach

01/09/2026

Thanks to the Parksville Fire Rescue for hosting us today! We're talking about the Recruitment Open House coming up Monday, January 19th. More info at parksvillefirerescue.ca 🚒

01/08/2026

Excited to broadcast the Beach Morning Show from here tomorrow! 🚒~Megan

Reminder to catch Megan and Bill with 88.5 The Beach and The Lounge 99.9 on location at Parksville Firehall on Friday, January 9 from 6 to 9.30 am to talk about firefighter recruitment and chat with firefighter Karen Petraschuck about taking part in the upcoming Wounded Warrior Run. Stop by and say hello!

01/08/2026

What song immediately lifts your mood? 🎵
Today's (a day to spread positivity, kindness, and smiles like a "contagious germ"). ~Megan

01/07/2026

Apparently half of New Year's Resolutions are given up by January 15th! What's the longest you've kept yours? ~Megan

01/06/2026

A good reminder, especially with how the rain is falling this morning! ~Megan

With students heading back to school after the holiday break, we’re reminding everyone to stay alert on the roads. January’s darker days, rainfall, and winter weather can make visibility limited—especially during morning and afternoon commutes.

👣 Pedestrians:
• Wear bright or reflective clothing
• Use sidewalks and crosswalks
• Stay alert—put phones away when crossing

🚗 Drivers:
• Slow down in school zones
• Watch for students at crosswalks and bus stops
• Keep headlights on and reduce speed in rain or low light

01/05/2026

Congrats to this week's winner - Jill! Here's the winning joke:
"What do you call a snowman having a temper tantrum? A meltdown" ⛄️😂

Happy Monday Yumday!
Win $25 to Parksville's Ricky's All Day Grill - post a joke below to qualify!
Winner will be announced at 9:30 this morning (Monday, January 5th).

01/03/2026

Very sad to learn of the passing of our colleague, Evan Hammond.
He was the voice of the Morning Show at our sister station in Port Alberni, 93.3 The Peak. Evan also did the play-by-play of The Alberni Valley Bulldogs. He will be missed ❤️

It is with deep sadness that I inform you of the passing of our colleague and friend, Evan Hammond, who passed away on January 2nd, 2026, at the age of 45.

Evan was a proud resident of Port Alberni and a dedicated member of the Pattison Media team at 93.3 The PEAK for more than 22 years. He was known for his commitment, sense of humour, and kindness. Evan personified being the ‘Sound of the Valley’, as the host of The PEAK morning show and the play-by-play voice of the Alberni Valley Bulldogs. He loved hockey, the players, coaches, and all the personalities around the great game. We’ll never forget the joy and passion in Evan’s voice when he was calling a Bulldogs come-from-behind victory. Every time he put on his headset to call a game he gave a masterclass in theatre of the mind. Evan’s description of a hockey game was second to none.

Evan deeply cared for his community, his family, and the many listeners of The PEAK. He has left a lasting impact on all of us and will be sorely missed.

He is survived by a loving family including three children.

01/03/2026

FYI, a Coastal flooding statement has been issued by Environment Canada.

In effect for:
Vancouver Island Coastline: Royston to Lantzville incl. Parksville.

What:
Risk of coastal flooding due to storm surge coinciding with high tides.

When:
This weekend, with the highest risk of coastal flooding on Sunday.

~Megan

📰 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗡𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗶𝗺𝗼𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗡𝗢𝗪.𝗰𝗼𝗺
Environment Canada is warning about possible coastal flooding over the weekend for Vancouver Island, as a low-pressure system moves through the area, combined with high tides due to the Earth's distance from the sun.

01/02/2026

How was your New Year's Eve? ~Megan 🎉🪩🎆🛌

12/31/2025

What are three words that describe your year? Mine = adapt, amused, bemused. ~Megan

12/30/2025

I love the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards! Here's the winning photo, check their site for other adorably funny entries: comedywildlifephoto.com ~Megan

Our 2025 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Photographer of the year is….

Mark Meth-Cohn methcohn

What a sensational night where we celebrated the funniest and most beautiful images of wildlife. Our 10th year and a fantastic turn out to recognise Mark as this years overall winner.

Our aim to change the narrative on conservation issues - by looking at the positive nature of wildlife and using humour to engage disengaged people - continues to be consolidated and we are thrilled to be entering our 11th year with more support from everyone out there. Our thanks go to our headline sponsor , to who provide the most amazing first prize, to for their incredible camera bags, and to for their support over all of our lifetime. Finally, and very importantly to all the photographers who make this possible. Thank you.

The STERNA Peoples Choice is now open for all of you to become the judges. Visit our website or see our profile for the link. Winner receives £500 so well a couple of clicks!!

.comedywildlife

12/30/2025

🫶 2025 FAVES: A moment/event you loved/appreciated this past year? ~Megan