Tag Archives: Community
Downtown Nanaimo merchants optimistic despite lengthy, disruptive construction project
NANAIMO - While existing conditions are far from ideal, several Commercial St. business operators vow they're up for the short-term pain for the long-term gain. A month into the first phase of an exte...
Oct 02, 2024
Clippers fall 4-1 in Langley
NANAIMO - The Clippers put up plenty of shots but had a hard time piercing through Langley's armour in a 4-1 loss to the Rivermen.Each team had a power play goal in the first period with Luke Pfoh con...
Oct 01, 2024
Typical Sept. weather for mid-Island as La Nina pattern forms in Pacific
NANAIMO - The trend of typical seasonal weather continued for the mid-Island. September followed suit with an average August regarding environmental conditions, with temperatures and precipitation lev...
Oct 01, 2024
Nanaimo OPS operator promises 'thorough internal review' following drugs & weapons bust
NANAIMO - Under immense pressure following an alleged substantial on-site drugs and weapons seizure, the operator of Nanaimo's overdose prevention site (OPS) pledged an internal review will be done. J...
Oct 01, 2024
Local Kettlebell competition still going strong in eighth year
NANAIMO - The 8th annual Grip Strength Invitational kettlebell event brought out competitors of all types.There were just under 20 competitors who took to the platforms at Cross Fit Nanaimo on the sec...
Sep 30, 2024
Family friendly events planned in Nanaimo for National Day of Truth and Reconciliation
NANAIMO - Several events are happening in recognition of harms inflicted upon Indigenous Peoples across Canada. The fourth annual National Day for Truth & Reconciliation event recognized this year...
Sep 30, 2024
Nanaimo powerlifter finishes second at national competition
NANAIMO - Local powerlifter Tyler Ollech is rapidly rising up the ranks in the sport.In early September he finished in second place in his weight class at the Canadian Powerlifting Union National Cham...
Sep 29, 2024
Clippers get first win of the season 7-3 over Powell River
NANAIMO - After a pair of losses to open the BCHL campaign the Clippers had their offense firing in a 7-3 victory over the Kings.Joel Plante had a goal and three assists, Cole Lonsdale notched a pair ...
Sep 28, 2024
Clippers fail to find their game in 4-1 loss to Chilliwack
NANAIMO - The Clippers couldn't overcome a slow start in a 4-1 setback to the Chilliwack Chiefs.Nanaimo only mustered three shots in the first period and were down 1-0 on a goal by Nathan Morin.Brady ...
Sep 27, 2024
'Now the hard work actually begins:' Nanaimo advocates cautiously optimistic on new NRGH tower pledge
NANAIMO - Those leading loud calls for improved primary healthcare options on the central Island are maintaining a measured reaction to a recent campaign promise. BC NDP leader David Eby, on Thursday,...
Sep 27, 2024