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Finn the cat is ready for his forever exercise buddy
NANAIMO - Meet Finn, a three-year-old Domestic Short Hair cat looking for a place to settle down.Finn is a sweet and cuddly boy, and loves nothing more than being tucked into his bed when it's time fo...
Sep 23, 2025
'Peak Saver' program re-opens enrollment for fall and winter seasons
NANAIMO - Saving on electricity bills over the peak fall and winter seasons is the goal of a returning program through BC Hydro.The utility's Peak Saver program offers credits on bills when home habit...
Sep 23, 2025
Clippers pull out gritty road win in Alberni Valley
NANAIMO - The Clippers responded to a 5-2 loss on opening night with a 4-2 victory over the Alberni Valley Bulldogs.In a weekend home and home series, each team spoiled the others home opener.The Bull...
Sep 20, 2025
Parksville students awaiting new playground construction after years of fundraising
PARKSVILLE - The site is prepped and equipment is expected to arrive shortly for a new playground at a local elementary schoolSpringwood Elementary, on Despard Ave. near Hwy. 4A, will see installation...
Sep 20, 2025
Clippers fail to find their game in season opening loss to Bulldogs
NANAIMO - After a perfect 3-0 preseason the Clippers struggled in their home opener, falling 5-2 to Alberni Valley.By the five minute mark of the second period Nanaimo was down 2-0 on goals by Samuel ...
Sep 19, 2025
VIEx in Nanaimo features ultra-local flair, expanded midway
NANAIMO - While rain showers appear to be on the way Saturday, it won't damper the mood for one of Nanaimo's most anticipated weekends. The 131st edition of the Vancouver Island Exhibition (VIEx) take...
Sep 19, 2025
United Way BC launches integral fall fundraiser
NANAIMO - Dire needs for support combined with a challenging economic climate sets the stage for a vitally important annual campaign. An annual fall fundraising drive kick-off was served up on Thursda...
Sep 18, 2025
Alumni Spencer Hewson returns to Clippers in front office role
NANAIMO - The Nanaimo Clippers have reached back into their past to bolster the business side of the hockey club.Alumni Spencer Hewson has taken on the role of director of business operations and play...
Sep 18, 2025
Several vehicles impounded during Nanaimo enforcement blitz
NANAIMO - Eyes from above relayed real-time intelligence to numerous ground resources assigned to target unsafe drivers in the Harbour City. Culminating from mounting public complaints, Nanaimo RCMP R...
Sep 16, 2025
A kitty named Grub is ready to be your best friend
NANAIMO - Say hello to Grub, a ten-week-old Domestic Medium-haired cat looking for a place to call his own.Despite his small size, Grub had a big personality he's eager to show off.Grub had some healt...
Sep 15, 2025