Nanaimo

Man suffers life-threatening injuries after 'targeted' shooting in central Nanaimo

NANAIMO - Local Mounties, aided by specialized RCMP units, are conducting an investigation after a significant shooting Saturday night.Just before 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2, reports of shots being...

Alex Rawnsley Nov 03, 2024

October continues average weather trend for Nanaimo, with a bit more badly needed rain

NANAIMO - The pattern of average weather continued for the mid-island in the month of October, with a bit more rain than usual.The average temperature for Nanaimo last month was 9.8 degrees Celcius, o...

Nov 03, 2024

'It's a great time to come by the hatchery:' annual fundraiser bolsters Nanaimo River salmon

NANAIMO - Mature salmon making a splash during their end of life journey is an annual spectacle on full display throughout the region, including streams near Nanaimo River Hatchery. The non-profit hat...

Nov 03, 2024

Clocks turning back for yet another wildly unpopular time change

NANAIMO - Despite multiple promises over recent years to ditch the switch, seasonal time change will occur once more this weekend.Daylight saving time officially ends on Sunday, Nov. 3 at 2 a.m. as we...

Nov 02, 2024

'Oceanside is my home:' Paralympic gold medalist gets hero's welcome

QUALICUM BEACH - A Parksville Paralympian with multiple medal wins was honoured by the Oceanside community on Friday, in the very place where he found his love for the pool. A celebration for 20-year-...

Alex Rawnsley Nov 01, 2024

'It's a lot of fun to watch:' inaugural all-female field lacrosse tournament hits Harewood fields

NANAIMO - A first-of-its-kind all-female field lacrosse tournament is taking over a south Nanaimo sports field this weekend. The 2024 Van Island Girls Cup Tournament starts at Harewood Centennial Park...

Nov 01, 2024

Nanaimo trans basketball player accuses opponents of physical and verbal attacks

NANAIMO - One of Vancouver Island University's top women's basketball players says she was targeted because of her gender during a game. Harriette Mackenzie published a video to her Instagram account ...

Alex Rawnsley Nov 01, 2024

Encouraging & worrying signs in latest Van Isle jobs report

NANAIMO - While the past year has seen considerable growth employment-wise on Vancouver Island, a new report suggests challenges will persist. Compiled by the Chartered Professional Accountants of BC ...

Alex Rawnsley Nov 01, 2024

Large outdoor pickleball complex opens in Nanaimo

NANAIMO - In response to a rapidly growing sport and desires for playing space in more suitable areas, a new pickleball venue is now open at Nanaimo's Beban Park. Located near the gold course and driv...

Alex Rawnsley Oct 31, 2024

Water restrictions being lifted across majority of central Island

NANAIMO - Officials to re-evaluated water restrictions across the region due to a series of recent storms. Effective Friday, Nov. 1, the Regional District of Nanaimo will lift all restrictions for its...

Oct 31, 2024