Nanaimo

Nanaimo woman 'Set for Life' after $675k lotto win

NANAIMO - A relaxing morning at home with a cup of coffee was life-changing for a local woman. Vera Strand is $675,000 richer after claiming the top prize on a Set For Life lottery ticket, purchased f...

Alex Rawnsley Oct 11, 2023

Man on trial for alleged sex offence against former stepdaughter

Editors note - this article contains details of alleged sexual abuse that may disturb some readers. Discretion is advised.NANAIMO - Testifying at length against her former stepfather, a young Nanaimo ...

Alex Rawnsley Oct 11, 2023

Free beds for newborns now available across Island Health

NANAIMO - Providing free beds and important sleeping tips for newborns is now accessible for parents and families across the Island Health region. The free program provides a Health Canada-approved ba...

Alex Rawnsley Oct 10, 2023

'You can see the joy in their faces:' plenty of smiling faces at inclusive Nanaimo dance studio

NANAIMO - A central Nanaimo dance studio is full of positive Friday vibes. Serra Stewart, owner of Vibrant Studios, re-launched a popular, inclusive dance class to people of a range of cognitive and p...

Daryl Major Oct 10, 2023

Calls out for new temporary public art installations in Nanaimo

NANAIMO - Following in the footsteps of some iconic pieces, the City is once again looking for a refresh of its art displays across the region.The Temporary Public Art Program run by the City of Nanai...

Alex Rawnsley Oct 09, 2023

Pop-up recycling depot in Parksville proves to be a hit

PARKSVILLE - With a permanent solution absent for years, a pop-up recycling program serving the Oceanside region is gaining a loyal following.Funded by Recycle BC and operated by the Parksville Commun...

Oct 07, 2023

Expect delays: long weekend ferries out of Nanaimo filling fast

NANAIMO - Over 380,000 passengers and 175,000 vehicles are expected to make the Thanksgiving long weekend a busy one on local ferry crossings.Routes between Nanaimo and Vancouver were experiencing hea...

Oct 06, 2023

Distressed hiker rescued from mountain near Horne Lake

QUALICUM BEACH - A man experiencing severe chest pains while hiking west of Qualicum Beach was hoisted from a mountain and flown to hospital for treatment. Members of Arrowsmith Search and Rescue were...

Oct 06, 2023

VIU trimming academic & admin budgets amid $20m deficit

NANAIMO - Reduced enrolment is the primary reason behind a projected tightening of the purse strings at Nanaimo based Vancouver Island University over the next three years. A budget shortfall of $20.2...

Alex Rawnsley Oct 06, 2023

Youth anti-violence programs receive federal funding via City of Nanaimo

NANAIMO - Substantial funding is being put to work to address the growing issue of violence among youth in the city. In July 2022, the City of Nanaimo received $1.85 million from the federal governmen...

Ian Holmes Oct 05, 2023