Events

Strong goaltending paces Predators to game 4 win over Generals, VIJHL Final tied at 2

SAANICH - Self-inflicted errors proved costly in game four of the VIJHL Final for the Oceanside Generals at George Pearkes Recreation Centre in Saanich.Oceanside was well positioned with a 1-0 lead la...

Alex Rawnsley Apr 05, 2023

Generals discharge Predators to open VIJHL Final

PARKSVILLE - A dominant performance for the Oceanside Generals featured timely scoring and constant physical play to open the VIJHL Final Wednesday night in front of a packed house in Parksville.Six d...

Mar 29, 2023

Nanaimo SAR braces for busy period after slower than expected 2022

NANAIMO - Following a slower than expected year with notably fewer call-outs, Nanaimo Search and Rescue isn't sure what the expect in 2023. During an overview of Nanaimo Search and Rescue's year, pres...

Daryl Major Mar 01, 2023

'It's so rare:' local photographer captures dazzling Aurora Borealis display

NANAIMO - Wendy Kotorynksi wasn't convinced the stars would align for a potential space show.But the night "was in the epic category" for the Parksville woman and avid space photography buff as she sp...

Feb 27, 2023

VIU Mariners dominate PACWEST year-end awards

NANAIMO - The hardware handed out at year's end for the Pacific Western Athletic Association (PACWEST) had a decidedly local flavour.The league announced honours for both men's and women's volleyball ...

Feb 23, 2023

'It's going to make a huge improvement:' crews expand parking on Qualicum Beach's waterfront

QUALICUM BEACH - Increasing parking on the prized waterfront in Qualicum Beach will be achieved following ongoing work to extend the shoulder of Hwy. 19A.Last week contractors started infilling the di...

Feb 22, 2023

Parksville eyes ambassador honour & statue for late Phil St. Luke

PARKSVILLE - A community icon in the Oceanside region is set to receive some posthumous honours.Phil St. Luke passed away in mid-January at the age of 70, leaving behind a near-endless legacy of commu...

Feb 10, 2023

'Children safety is number one:' Nanaimo mother shines spotlight on disturbing incident at local pool

NANAIMO - While it's not the kind of attention she desires, a Nanaimo mother vows to be vocal to protect the safety of local children.Janayh Wright attended the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre (NAC) on the aft...

Feb 07, 2023

Longstanding adult hockey tournament returns to Nanaimo for 40th year

NANAIMO - An annual February hockey tradition in Nanaimo is back following two years of pandemic restrictions scrapping the popular event. The 40th annual Tubbers Hockey Tournament sees 17 teams compe...

Feb 03, 2023

Construction to begin on new washroom & storage facility for improved Nanoose Bay park

NANOOSE BAY- A once neglected park now outfitted with several new sports courts will have additional features in the months ahead.Regional District of Nanaimo board of directors recently approved a $6...

Jan 23, 2023