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Parole set for Nanaimo man convicted of violent Tofino murder

NANAIMO - Parole eligibility has been set at 10 years for the man convicted of second-degree murder for a highly violent slaying on Vancouver Island's west coast late in 2020. The ruling by BC Supreme...

Alex Rawnsley Sep 22, 2025

City of Parksville loses unsightly property lawsuit against mayor's next-door neighbour

PARKSVILLE - Following years of bylaw visits, senior staff correspondence and legal action, a BC Supreme Court judge sided with the defendants, who happen to live next to Parksville Mayor Doug O'Brien...

Daryl Major Sep 22, 2025

Clippers pull out gritty road win in Alberni Valley

NANAIMO - The Clippers responded to a 5-2 loss on opening night with a 4-2 victory over the Alberni Valley Bulldogs.In a weekend home and home series, each team spoiled the others home opener.The Bull...

Sep 20, 2025

Clippers fail to find their game in season opening loss to Bulldogs

NANAIMO - After a perfect 3-0 preseason the Clippers struggled in their home opener, falling 5-2 to Alberni Valley.By the five minute mark of the second period Nanaimo was down 2-0 on goals by Samuel ...

Sep 19, 2025

'It's so frustrating:' Nanaimo restaurant responds to mice allegations

NANAIMO - Representatives of a popular Nanaimo restaurant is pushing back on photos circulating on social media allegedly showing mice in their kitchen, as well as droppings being left behind on count...

Alex Rawnsley Sep 19, 2025

VIEx in Nanaimo features ultra-local flair, expanded midway

NANAIMO - While rain showers appear to be on the way Saturday, it won't damper the mood for one of Nanaimo's most anticipated weekends. The 131st edition of the Vancouver Island Exhibition (VIEx) take...

Sep 19, 2025

United Way BC launches integral fall fundraiser

NANAIMO - Dire needs for support combined with a challenging economic climate sets the stage for a vitally important annual campaign. An annual fall fundraising drive kick-off was served up on Thursda...

Sep 18, 2025

Nanaimo Mounties seize drugs, stolen items, and replica gun in sizable bust

NANAIMO - A significant seizure by Nanaimo RCMP involved drugs, stolen property and a replica handgun from a suspected trespasser in downtown Nanaimo. The Nanaimo RCMP bike unit was patrolling on the ...

Alex Rawnsley Sep 18, 2025

New trial ordered for Nanaimo drug trafficker jailed for 15 years

NANAIMO - A new Supreme Court trial will proceed for a Nanaimo man convicted of numerous drug and weapons offences related to busts in Nanaimo. However, convictions on charges related to a sizable cry...

Alex Rawnsley Sep 18, 2025

Alumni Spencer Hewson returns to Clippers in front office role

NANAIMO - The Nanaimo Clippers have reached back into their past to bolster the business side of the hockey club.Alumni Spencer Hewson has taken on the role of director of business operations and play...

Sep 18, 2025