Nanaimo

Find free and fun Family Day events happening across the mid-Island

NANAIMO - There are plenty of fun, free, and family-friendly activities taking place this Family Day long weekend locally and across the province.The City of Nanaimo is hosting several free events on ...

Feb 19, 2024

New Nanaimo utility covers showcasing artwork from Snuneymuxw First Nation

NANAIMO - An artistic collaboration between the City and Snuneymuxw First Nation (SFN) will bring some unique artwork to the streets. The City partnered with Ay Lelum, The Good House of Design and art...

Feb 18, 2024

Drought ignites earlier Scotch broom battle

NANAIMO - In response to a prolonged lack of precipitation, a revised approach is being taken to combat a damaging, fast-growing invasive plant.Joanne Sales, executive director of non-profit organizat...

Alex Rawnsley Feb 17, 2024

Nanaimo soccer star returning to Island for CONCACAF Champions Cup

NANAIMO - Callum Montgomery is getting set to play in the biggest match of his career. The local-born member of Calgary-based Cavalry FC will play Orlando City SC in the first leg of the CONCACAF Cham...

Alex Rawnsley Feb 16, 2024

PACWEST-leading VIU basketball teams gearing up for playoffs

NANAIMO - With a few weeks left in the regular season, the VIU Mariners basketball teams are hoping to continue their strong regular seasons.Both the men's and women's teams sit atop the PACWEST stand...

Feb 16, 2024

One killed in crash along Hwy 4 in Whiskey Creek

PARKSVILLE - A passenger died and two drivers were seriously injured in a two-vehicle crash on Hwy. 4 in Whiskey Creek. Oceanside RCMP Sgt. Shane Worth said the crash occurred on Thursday, Feb. 15 at ...

Alex Rawnsley Feb 16, 2024

City of Nanaimo conducting 'review of internal process' after second scrapped AAP

NANAIMO - The City says they're committed to finding out exactly how ultimately fatal errors occurred in two, recently-run alternative approval processes. Issues with public notice on a first AAP last...

Daryl Major Feb 16, 2024

Ladysmith partners with province to create downtown subsidized rental homes

LADYSMITH - A planned new City Hall is expected to be topped with rental housing geared toward middle-income earners in Ladysmith. The province confirmed this week the Town of Ladysmith is one of 20 l...

Feb 15, 2024

Cell phones needed for Nanaimo group helping women in difficult situations

NANAIMO - A way to connect with vital supports and services is needed for a local organization and their clients.Nanaimo Women Helping Women say they're critically low on cell phones which they hand o...

Feb 15, 2024

Rural fire sweeps smoke across much of Nanaimo

NANAIMO - A blanket of smoke across much of the city Thursday morning came from a rural property burn.Smoke moved across Nanaimo's north and central areas in the 8 a.m. hour on Thursday, Feb. 15, stem...

Feb 15, 2024