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Sustained funding kicks in for ground search and rescue volunteers

NANAIMO - Much-needed reliable annual funding has made its way to dedicated ground search and rescue operations in the province.The BC Search and Rescue Association (BCSARA) confirmed on Wednesday, Ju...

Jun 16, 2022

'He's got a really brave attitude:' Nanaimo family moving forward after life-altering burn accident

Editors note: This story contains graphic images of burn injuries. Reader discretion is advised.NANAIMO - It was a split second which permanently altered the course of a family's life.Following a day ...

Jun 15, 2022

Nanaimo police looking for older man after indecent exposure incident

NANAIMO - Local Mounties are trying to identify a man accused of exposing himself to a girl.The 17-year-old teen reported to police a man committed the indecent act on Friday, June 10 around 10 a.m. a...

Jun 15, 2022

Nanaimo gymnast earns top results at Canadian Championships

NANAIMO - Mylah Vanden-Elsen of the Nanaimo Gymnastics School has returned from her first Canadian Championships.The 15-year-old competed as part of Team BC in Richmond between May 26-30 in the diffic...

Jun 15, 2022

Feds suspend vaccination mandates, local municipalities ditch requirements for employees

NANAIMO - Unvaccinated Canadians will soon be able to move more freely around the country and abroad.Starting June 20 the federal government will suspend COVID-19 vaccine mandates for domestic and out...

Jun 14, 2022

Man sent to hospital after being dragged down driveway by van in Lantzville

LANTZVILLE - A U-Haul van unexpectedly reversed in a driveway, dragging the occupant from the driver side door about 80 feet before bumping into a home across the street.The incident happened on Harle...

Jun 14, 2022

UPDATE: Nanaimo police arrest alleged Country Club Centre purse snatcher

NANAIMO - UPDATED: June 21, 2022. Nanaimo RCMP made an arrest in the theft of a purse from Country Club Centre on May 2, 2022. After video surveillance was released, a 37-year-old female suspect was q...

Jordan Davidson Jun 14, 2022

VIDEO: 'We'd be lost without him:' Nanaimo super fan doubles as invaluable volunteer

NANAIMO - If you've been to a local high level hockey or lacrosse game, chances are you're well aware of Jacob Park.The 31-year-old Nanaimo man and rabid local sports fan has volunteered for several t...

Jun 14, 2022

Trans-Canada Hwy. upgrades and crosswalk safety highlight latest round of Nanaimo City spending

NANAIMO - Upgrades designed to enhance the pedestrian experience at a number of key hot spots throughout Nanaimo are being given the green light.A staff recommendation for sidewalk and traffic flow im...

Jun 13, 2022

Nanaimo man jailed for 'violent' sex crime against young teen in Bowen Park

Editor's note: This story contains details of sex abuse involving a minor and may not be appropriate for some readers. Discretion is advised.NANAIMO - A young man responsible for what a judge describe...

Jun 13, 2022