Category Archives: Nanaimo
Mount Benson trail repairs expected to be done next summer
NANAIMO - Significant hiking trail restoration work originally scheduled to be finished this fall has been pushed back to next summer. The Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) stated re-routing a 700 me...
Nov 04, 2024
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...
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-...
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 ...
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 ...
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...
Oct 31, 2024