Events

'We find their contacts, we can stop those chains of transmission:' province confident of COVID course

NANAIMO - Public health officials believe they're on the right track in the fight against COVID-19.A total of 47 new cases, including one epi-linked case, were announced by provincial health officer D...

Aug 06, 2020

Nanaimo, eastern Vancouver Island dazzled by overnight lightning show

NANAIMO - Early risers or light sleepers were treated to a special show overnight.The summer's first major thunderstorm saw hundreds of lightning strikes occur over a five hour period, beginning aroun...

Jul 31, 2020

Re-opening dates set for Nanaimo Aquatic Centre and indoor rec facilities

NANAIMO - Several community recreation facilities closed since mid-March are scheduled to re-open soon.Nanaimo councillors unanimously endorsed re-opening the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre, Oliver Woods Comm...

Jul 27, 2020

Regional SAR officials preach common sense as call volumes rise

NANAIMO - COVID-19 health risks has search and rescue crews on the mid island pleading to outdoor enthusiasts to help cut back on preventable call-outs.Arrowsmith SAR president Nick Rivers said people...

Jul 26, 2020

VIDEO: Beloved 106.9 FM The Wolf DJ retires after nearly four decades in radio

NANAIMO - Radio listeners on the mid island will wake up to a different voice after a legendary morning show DJ retired.Ron Jones' last day as morning show host on 106.9 FM The Wolf wrapped up just pr...

Jul 24, 2020

Nanaimo space buffs dazzled by brightest comet in decades

NANAIMO - A rare show featuring a large, bright and resilient comet is capturing the attention of local stargazers.A five kilometre long, recently discovered comet named Neowise is producing impressiv...

Jul 17, 2020

NightOwls to take flight as Nanaimo's new West Coast League baseball team

NANAIMO - A name with deep historical ties has been revealed for a collegiate-level baseball team stepping up to the plate at Serauxmen Stadium in 2021.Nanaimo NightOwls GM and managing partner Jim Sw...

Jul 15, 2020

Emergency room racism allegations involve 'all regions of British Columbia'

NANAIMO - The investigator looking into racism complaints linked to medical professionals in B.C. emergency rooms revealed the "highly disturbing allegations" are widespread.Independent investigator M...

Jul 09, 2020

Local camping, outdoor recreation picks up as industry manages COVID-19 roller coaster

NANAIMO - While most industries continue taking a beating from COVID 19, some local businesses are managing to keep busy thanks to people getting reacquainted with the outdoors. Nanaimo area campgroun...

Jul 06, 2020

'It's a great day:' government grant approved to fund Gabriola Island skateboard park

GABRIOLA ISLAND - A substantial grant will help build a skateboard park and complete other amenities at Gabriola Island's Huxley Community Park.A combined $567,000 in federal, provincial government fu...

Jul 03, 2020