Nanaimo

'It has definitely had an impact:' ongoing challenges sees businesses flee Nanaimo neighbourhood

NANAIMO - Following several key business closures in Nanaimo's Newcastle neighbourhood, relief doesn't appear to be in sight to fill vacant store fronts left behind. On Thursday, Nov. 24 the longstand...

Alex Rawnsley Dec 01, 2022

'We finally feel like we can work:' funding secured for two winter warming centres in Nanaimo

NANAIMO - Two daytime warming centres have secured funding through the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM). A total of $625,000 from the strengthening communities' service program will support a warming...

Alex Rawnsley Nov 30, 2022

Freeze-thaw cycle can make for some unique and hazardous conditions

NANAIMO - The first big winter storm blast of the season touched down on the mid-Island Tuesday, with potentially more on the horizon.Environment Canada meteorologist Derek Lee said their station at t...

Nov 30, 2022

Nanaimo snow crews aiming for 'pretty significant' progress Wednesday after favourable conditions overnight

NANAIMO - Snow clearing efforts continue throughout much of the city following a sizeable winter blast.Upwards of 20 centimetres of snow fell in many parts of the City of Nanaimo beginning mid-morning...

Nov 30, 2022

Snow and ice conditions cancel school, other activities throughout Nanaimo & Oceanside

NANAIMO - Snow throughout much of Tuesday and overnight into Wednesday continues to impact the region. School District 68, in Nanaimo and Ladysmith, has closed its schools for Wednesday, Nov. 30, citi...

Alex Rawnsley Nov 30, 2022

'Light the Trees' campaign making holiday season brighter for Nanaimo hospital patients & staff

NANAIMO - It's about to get a whole lot brighter around the hospital. The Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation are beginning, and expanding, their annual Light the Trees fundraiser, which sees h...

Daryl Major Nov 30, 2022

'If you're not comfortable driving in these conditions, don't drive:' Nanaimo roads a mess with blowing snow

NANAIMO - The message is simple: if you don't have to go, stay home.Local roads remain in whiteout conditions through many parts of the region as blowing snow persistent throughout much of Tuesday aft...

Nov 29, 2022

Adverse weather cancels ferry sailings between Nanaimo and Vancouver

NANAIMO - The region's first substantial winter storm is slowing, or outright cancelling travel in the region. BC Ferries cancelled their afternoon and evening sailings between Nanaimo's Duke Point an...

Alex Rawnsley Nov 29, 2022

Man dies in Island Hwy crash north of Qualicum Beach

QUALICUM BEACH - A local man died following a two-vehicle crash on the Island Highway last Friday evening.According to Oceanside RCMP, an initial investigation determined the driver of a Mazda sedan h...

Nov 29, 2022

Dog recovering from serious injuries in Nanaimo after being dragged behind a truck

Editor's Note: This story contains graphic details and images. Discretion is advised.NANAIMO - A young German shepherd is recovering under the care of SPCA techs after suffering traumatic injuries.Hei...

Nov 29, 2022