Nanaimo

Small arms training to be conducted at Nanaimo rifle range

NANAIMO - Residents in southern portions of the city can expect a little extra noise over the weekend.The Department of National Defence and the Royal Canadian Navy will be conducting small arms train...

Mar 09, 2022

Buff & brave bungy jumpers strip to support mental health services

NANAIMO - A lot of courage but little clothing was displayed during a vital weekend fundraising event.The annual Naked Bungy jump held at WildPlay Nanaimo and in support of Mental Health Recovery Part...

Mar 09, 2022

Thefts from seasonal cabins & boats on the rise during winter months

NANAIMO - Mounties have noted a recent uptick in crime involving boats and cabins not often used in the cooler winter months. The RCMP's West Coast Marine unit, which patrols waters around Vancouver I...

Mar 08, 2022

'This was a high-risk violation:' WorkSafeBC fines Nanaimo company following employee's death

NANAIMO - A local waste disposal and recycling company received a substantial fine following an employee's death on the job.GFL Environmental Inc. was penalized $73,429.93 by WorkSafeBC on Feb. 1 foll...

Mar 08, 2022

Changes loom for short-term rental operators in Nanaimo

NANAIMO - Those operating short-term rentals have less than a month to begin application for a business license in order to keep letting out their space. The new restrictions come from an updated plan...

Alex Rawnsley Mar 08, 2022

Vastly reduced mid-Island roe herring fishery well underway

NANAIMO - While marine wildlife are as eager as ever, far fewer boats are battling for their share of this year's commercial roe herring fishery in the Strait of Georgia.Fisheries and Oceans Canada cu...

Mar 07, 2022

Cyclist seriously injured in Parksville highway hit and run

PARKSVILLE - A cyclist was seriously injured following a collision on the Island Hwy. with the offending vehicle fleeing the scene.Emergency services were called to Hwy. 19 north of the the Englishman...

Mar 07, 2022

Foothills proponent to make push for increased density

NANAIMO - The builder behind a substantial housing development underway in upper Lantzvillle hopes to construct additional housing on top of 730 residences already approved.Lone Tree Properties Ltd. d...

Mar 07, 2022

Record snowfall and cold snaps highlight wild winter, unstable spring expected

NANAIMO - With a winter shattering several snowfall and cold weather records, a cooler than average spring on the mid Island with possibly some unstable weather patterns are expected.Environment Canad...

Mar 06, 2022

'It's very hard not knowing:' Parksville church holds candlelight vigil for Ukrainian family & friends

PARKSVILLE - A strong showing of support, unity and community was on display during an evening candlelight vigil in support of Ukraine in their conflict with Russia.Around 250 people gathered at the S...

Mar 05, 2022