Nanaimo

'It's a great place:' 'Tour of Honour' rolls through Nanaimo raising money and awareness about first responder resource

NANAIMO - A group of veterans, first responders, and civilian volunteers are travelling across B.C. and the Yukon to raise awareness for an important cause to relieve financial stress during difficult...

Apr 26, 2023

Police arrest alleged impaired, careless motorist of driver-assisted car near Qualicum Beach

QUALICUM BEACH - BC Highway Patrol (BCHP) officers pulled over a reclined driver who apparently had no idea where he was.In response to a report of an erratic driver, BCHP officers intercepted a north...

Apr 26, 2023

Construction starts on transformative downtown Nanaimo housing project

NANAIMO - Construction is underway on a substantial rental housing development in Nanaimo's downtown core. A building permit awarded from City Hall last month resulted in crews on site this week, even...

Apr 26, 2023

Despite 'really quiet' start to season, mid-Islanders asked to be bear aware

NANAIMO - Following consistent reports this time last year, conflicts between humans and bears have evidently dropped substantially in the region this year.Caitlin Bickford, conservation officer BC Co...

Apr 25, 2023

BC Hydro's Peak Saver program cuts consumption, reduces bills

NANAIMO - A BC Hydro promotion offering monetary incentives for people who reduced their electricity usage has finished its first province-wide run with positive results.BC Hydro's Peak Saver program ...

Apr 25, 2023

Search and Rescue teams ready for busy outdoor recreation season

NANAIMO - Search and Rescue officials hope people eager to go outdoors and explore nature do it the right way.A prolonged cold and wet spring will change dramatically with plenty of sun and daytime hi...

Apr 25, 2023

Routine traffic stop leads to seizure of drugs, weapons and cash

NANAIMO - An astute Mountie's knowledge of the local drug trade led to a significant seizure.An officer on routine patrol noticed a white Toyota Tacoma with no front plate on Tuesday, April 18 at arou...

Apr 24, 2023

Nanaimo dog owners highlight potential holes in animal control bylaw after cat attack

NANAIMO - A local family is looking for answers after their dog was attacked in its own yard.Charlee Clara's one-year-old French bulldog Oaklee was inside their fenced property on Ross Rd. near Shammy...

Apr 24, 2023

'You're covered from head to toe:' unique event supporting Nanaimo youth programs

NANAIMO - Plan for an extra load of laundry after a fun, unique event scheduled this spring.BGC Central Vancouver Island (BGCCVI) are hosting "Colours for Kids" on Saturday, May 27 at Beban Park in Na...

Apr 23, 2023

'Let's keep it clean:' stereos, shopping carts & sleeping bags among garbage grabbed by local Rotary Clubs

NANAIMO - Five local Rotary clubs in Nanaimo and Lantzville are once again combining to make a difference.Around 100 people gathered at the Tourism Nanaimo Visitor Centre off Northfield Rd. on Saturda...

Apr 22, 2023