Category Archives: Nanaimo
Radar & satellite technology tracking Santa on his annual trip
NANAIMO - A vast network of civilian and military professionals are keeping a watchful eye on Santa Claus this holiday season. As they've done since 1955, staff at the North American Aerospace Defense...
Dec 24, 2025
'Snow levels will start to drop:' Christmas Eve wet snow possible through parts of Nanaimo
NANAIMO - Last-minute holiday travellers will need to contend with not only the hustle and bustle of the season, but also tricky and changing road conditions. A mess of weather is forecast to hit the ...
Dec 23, 2025
Storms damage section of Nanaimo's Ammonite Falls Regional Trail
NANAIMO - Repairs will likely have to wait until after the holidays on a popular hiking trail west of the city. A fallen tree took out a staircase on the northern section of the Ammonite Falls Regiona...
Dec 23, 2025
Mid-Island gas prices expected to remain low over winter
NANAIMO - Gas prices appear to be dropping across British Columbia, following a country-wide trend. Gas prices around Nanaimo on the morning of Tuesday, Dec. 23, ranged from $139.9 to 146.9 cents per ...
Dec 23, 2025
Top Stories of 2025: Hotel demolition, land transfer & casino acquisitions represent bright future for SFN
NANAIMO - With a universally despised eyesore removed this past fall, a fresh slate is available for Snuneymuxw First Nation (SFN) to develop a high-profile property on the edge of the downtown. While...
Dec 23, 2025
Nanaimo restaurants raffling food experiences in support of Loaves and Fishes Food Bank
NANAIMO - Eight local restaurants, eateries and treat-based favourites are coming together in support of a local food bank.Mahle House, Chefs Course, Black Rabbit Kitchen and Attic, Camas Restaurant, ...
Dec 23, 2025
Burned fence panels at Nanaimo home prompting arson investigation
NANAIMO - Local Mounties are trying to identify an individual who may have tried to ignite a residential fence. Police were alerted by a resident in the 1600 block of Mallard Dr., near Northfield Rd. ...
Dec 22, 2025
Top Stories of 2025: High Nanaimo turnout, vote splits and familiar candidates make for unique election
NANAIMO - The highest voter turnout locally in a decade saw mixed results for voters on the mid-Island in the spring, as one main riding flipped while another stayed the course.Voters in Nanaimo-Ladys...
Dec 22, 2025
Multiple Nanaimo-Vancouver BC Ferries sailings cancelled due to high winds
NANAIMO - A pre-Christmas wind storm is causing havoc for those looking to get where they need to be for the holidays.Strong winds forecasted by Environment Canada has prompted BC Ferries to cancel mu...
Dec 22, 2025
'Radical hospitality' inspiring free Christmas Eve community meal in Nanaimo
NANAIMO - A free, hot, home-cooked meal is being offered for those who need it this holiday season. St. Paul's Anglican Church, in partnership with the Nanaimo 7-10 Club, are hosting a free traditiona...
Dec 22, 2025