Author Archives: Daryl Major
'Different incidents require more time:' calls for service drop in Oceanside, but work load remains
PARKSVILLE - The balance of police work in the Oceanside region isn't necessarily matching up to how the bill is being split at the end of the day. Data presented by Oceanside RCMP Staff Sgt. Travis D...
Jan 27, 2023
'We're really pleased with the progress:' Nanaimo fast ferry proponent ramps up for summer launch
NANAIMO - Preparations by the operator of a pending fast-ferry service linking the downtown cores of Nanaimo and Vancouver are in full throttle mode behind the scenes. Slated to launch this summer at ...
Jan 26, 2023
'It may come in spurts:' gas prices forecast to continue upward trend for Nanaimo
NANAIMO - A spike in prices at the pump may be just the beginning for mid-Island residents. A litre of regular gasoline in Nanaimo jumped from the mid-150 cents per litre to the high 160's within the ...
Jan 25, 2023
New truck makes Lantzville Fire Rescue more agile amid increasing call-outs
LANTZVILLE - A smaller, more agile and flexible vehicle is now in service for Lantzville Fire Rescue. The department recently welcomed a brand new 2022 mini pumper truck into its fleet, replacing an o...
Jan 24, 2023
Nanaimo doctor sparks motivation during National Non Smoking Week
NANAIMO - A local family doctor and smoking cessation specialist is highlighting the importance of butting out. Dr. Derek Poteryko said National Non Smoking Week, headlined by Weedless Wednesday, is a...
Jan 18, 2023
Drug consumption site officially deemed a nuisance by Nanaimo Council
NANAIMO - Growing neighbour concerns around a drug consumption site near downtown have seen the City take action. Councillors voted 7-1 in favour of placing a nuisance property designation on 264 Nico...
Jan 17, 2023
Dine Out Nanaimo encourages islanders to try new dishes and enjoy their old favourites
NANAIMO - It's an opportunity to try some delicious food while also supporting local businesses. The Dine-Out Nanaimo 'Festival for Foodies' takes place from Jan. 20 to Feb. 5 and has over 30 restaura...
Jan 16, 2023
Showers, rain and atmospheric rivers: explaining West Coast weather
NANAIMO - Significant rainfall over the weekend is set to continue through the week. It's another parade of storms coming in from the Pacific, with an increasingly more familiar array of terms being u...
Jan 09, 2023
'Means the world to me:' longtime Nanaimo community advocate receives Patron of the City award
NANAIMO - A man who pioneered many recycling, community food and organic farm programs on the mid-Island has received a well-deserved honour. Craig Evans' advocacy for the environment and organic food...
Jan 06, 2023
Call volumes continue steady increase for Nanaimo Fire Rescue crews
NANAIMO - The days are getting busier for local firefighters. According to data from the City's website, Nanaimo Fire Rescue crews responded to 9,650 calls for service in 2022, representing a 30.5 per...
Jan 05, 2023