Category Archives: Nanaimo
'It's not possible without them:' volunteers make Milner Christmas Magic a reality
QUALICUM BEACH - Final preparations are well underway for an event which has grown over two decades into an extremely popular mid-Island holiday tradition. Milner Christmas Magic returns beginning Dec...
Nov 25, 2024
Nanaimo clarifies regulations for short-term rental users and operators
NANAIMO - The City is clarifying some regulations around short-term rentals in the Harbour City, ensuring both those who offer and use the service are following the rules.Amendments include clarifying...
Nov 24, 2024
Nanaimo pop-up overdose prevention site sees 'overwhelming community support'
NANAIMO - Despite a small setback at the start of the week, a pop-up overdose prevention site (OPS) near Nanaimo's hospital had the desired positive impact, according to organizers. Doctors for Safer ...
Nov 22, 2024
Area residents oppose Parksville affordable housing concept
PARKSVILLE - Efforts to establish a 36-unit south Parksville apartment building geared toward the working class clashed with those opposed. During a City of Parksville public hearing this week, most s...
Nov 22, 2024
Nanaimo's living wage sees 4 per cent increase
NANAIMO - It's a smaller jump than in recent years, but the cost of living still continues to rise on the central Island. New data from Living Wage BC shows the hourly wage two adults must each earn t...
Nov 22, 2024
Familiar 'no power, no phone' movie replayed for Gabriola Islanders
GABRIOLA ISLAND - Residents are familiar with the script, but that doesn't make it any easier. Power has been out for residents of Gabriola and neighbouring Mudge Island since the evening of Tuesday, ...
Nov 22, 2024
'An incredibly fun night:' Moonlight Madness in Qualicum Beach ignites holiday cheer
QUALICUM BEACH - It's the official start of the holiday shopping season for many mid-Islanders. Hosted by the Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce, Moonlight Madness happens on Thursday, Nov. 21, with t...
Nov 21, 2024
Body retrieved following south Nanaimo house fire
NANAIMO - A body was located from an Old Victoria Rd. Nanaimo home after it was destroyed by fire early Wednesday morning. The fire at 1019 Old Victoria Rd. broke out just after 5:00 a.m. with Nanaimo...
Nov 21, 2024
Brisk storm topples trees at Nanaimo parks, including prized fairy tree at Neck Point
NANAIMO - Downed trees, blocked trails and destroyed playground equipment was the aftermath of an unusually powerful storm pummelling much of Vancouver Island. Several large trees tumbled to the groun...
Nov 21, 2024
Occupant missing following severe south Nanaimo house fire
NANAIMO - Police believe a person living in a south-end home where an early morning fire broke out may still be inside.The fire at 1019 Old Victoria Rd. was reported on Wednesday, Nov. 20 just after 5...
Nov 20, 2024