Nanaimo

Unclaimed package left at Nanaimo RCMP detachment filled with toys, sender apologizes

NANAIMO - A suspicious package left outside the main entrance of the Nanaimo RCMP detachment last week which prompted a call to the bomb squad, turned out to be a false alarm. Police reported the "dis...

Alex Rawnsley Jul 14, 2025

Juggling mermaids, acro-bats take top honours at Parksville sand sculpting competition

PARKSVILLE - There were a few tense moments right down to the final minutes, but around 20 sand sculptures are standing tall for the next five weeks. Winners for the 2025 Parksville Beach Festival's S...

Daryl Major Jul 14, 2025

Small wildfire sparks in Lantzville

NANAIMO - A small wildfire sparked early Sunday morning just north of Lantzville. First responders were on scene around 9:15 a m. on Sunday, July 13, after calls came in reporting considerable smoke i...

Alex Rawnsley Jul 13, 2025

New all-terrain vehicle helping those with mobility challenges navigate Oceanside trails

PARKSVILLE - Something many take for granted, enjoying area hiking trails, is now more accessible than ever.The Regional District of Nanaimo is preparing to launch a pilot program involving a new Trai...

Jul 13, 2025

Nanaimo ball hockey teams earn medals, local league eyes expansion/hosting provincials

NANAIMO - A Canadian past-time is making a resurgence in the Harbour City. Nanaimo Ball Hockey League (NBHL) featuring an 11-team men's league staged between early April and the end of June at Nanaimo...

Jul 12, 2025

'Unclaimed package' at Nanaimo RCMP prompts bomb squad to attend

NANAIMO - The main entrance of the local RCMP detachment, along with the front parking lot are closed as a result of a suspicious package. RCMP report "discovery of an unclaimed package" around 3 p.m....

Alex Rawnsley Jul 11, 2025

Nanaimo Marine Festival launches with dragon boat festival

NANAIMO - Combined with an annual bump-up in tourism traffic making its way to Nanaimo, summer events season is here. The annual Nanaimo Marine Festival, featuring three popular water-based events, la...

Jul 11, 2025

Nanaimo heat wave a 'marginal case' for potential heat warnings

NANAIMO - Temperatures upwards of six or seven degrees above normal for this time of year are forecast for the central Island over the next week. Environment Canada's long term forecast calls for dayt...

Alex Rawnsley Jul 11, 2025

VIDEO: Man throws jacket, water at youth then steals bike outside Nanaimo McDonald's

NANAIMO - Police are looking for a man seen on security camera footage stealing a bike outside a local McDonald's.The incident occurred on Friday, July 4 at around 4 p.m., with two youth sitting outsi...

Alex Rawnsley Jul 11, 2025

'It blew up like crazy:' golf tournament honouring beloved Nanaimo man sees strong support

NANAIMO - While the life of a beloved member of the Nanaimo soccer community was tragically cut short, supporters vow to carry on his legacy. The first of a planned annual Reid Davidson Memorial Golf ...

Daryl Major Jul 11, 2025