Nanaimo

'Really, really scary:' Nanaimo seniors struggling to find affordable housing

NANAIMO - As the housing crisis continues to grip our country, some of our most vulnerable citizens are being hit the hardest. The United Way BC partnered with a coalition of provincial non-profit com...

Daryl Major Nov 27, 2023

Beloved Nanaimo fair trade store ready for holiday rush

NANAIMO - Unique in so many ways, Global Village Nanaimo offers an unparalleled local shopping experience.The non-profit organization, one year removed from its 25th anniversary, provides a range of h...

Nov 26, 2023

Parksville firefighters recognized for decades of service

PARKSVILLE - The City of Parksville recently paid tribute to a few of the longest-serving members of their volunteer fire department.During their Nov. 20 meeting, Parksville Council recognized three v...

Nov 25, 2023

'Bring joy:' Be a Santa to a Senior this holiday season

NANAIMO - Christmas gifts are enjoyed by people of all ages, and a local business wants to make sure nobody is left out of the gift-giving.The Nanaimo branch of Home Instead is once again putting on t...

Alex Rawnsley Nov 25, 2023

Nanaimo & Island groups funded for important coastal cleanup work

NANAIMO - New funding is advancing critical clean up work along B.C. coasts. Five research and restoration groups had projects approved by the provincial government recently, with $10.5 million in fun...

Alex Rawnsley Nov 24, 2023

Significant fundraiser underway for mid-Island healthcare

NANAIMO - While raising $1 million by the new year is ambitious, the Nanaimo and District Hospital Foundation (NDHF) has reason to be optimistic mid-Islanders will respond.Barney Ellis-Perry, NDHF chi...

Alex Rawnsley Nov 24, 2023

Warmer than normal winter expected: Environment Canada

NANAIMO - While there's no assurance snow-clearing duty is off the agenda, a Environment Canada meteorologist expects temperatures to be warmer than usual this winter. Derek Lee said their agency has ...

Alex Rawnsley Nov 23, 2023

Sword-carrying suspect exposes himself after being denied entry to Nanaimo gym

NANAIMO - Local police are looking for a suspect they say exposed his genitals to staff at a local gym after he was refused entry. Police say on Monday, Oct. 30 at around 7:00 p.m. the suspect tried t...

Alex Rawnsley Nov 23, 2023

'We need this:' proposed Parksville treatment centre receives strong support

PARKSVILLE - There appears to be clear support for a much-needed addictions treatment centre to open in Oceanside.A public hearing for a bylaw amendment to allow a proposed 19-bed addictions treatment...

Nov 23, 2023

Moonlight Madness to draw thousands to downtown Qualicum Beach

QUALICUM BEACH - Picturesque downtown Qualicum Beach will be transformed during an annual tradition signaling the start of the holiday season. Moonlight Madness features a popular Christmas tree light...

Nov 22, 2023