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Despite 'really quiet' start to season, mid-Islanders asked to be bear aware

NANAIMO - Following consistent reports this time last year, conflicts between humans and bears have evidently dropped substantially in the region this year.Caitlin Bickford, conservation officer BC Co...

Apr 25, 2023

Search and Rescue teams ready for busy outdoor recreation season

NANAIMO - Search and Rescue officials hope people eager to go outdoors and explore nature do it the right way.A prolonged cold and wet spring will change dramatically with plenty of sun and daytime hi...

Apr 25, 2023

Routine traffic stop leads to seizure of drugs, weapons and cash

NANAIMO - An astute Mountie's knowledge of the local drug trade led to a significant seizure.An officer on routine patrol noticed a white Toyota Tacoma with no front plate on Tuesday, April 18 at arou...

Apr 24, 2023

Clippers playoff run ends in Game 6 in Chilliwack

CHILLIWACK - The Clippers comeback attempt from a 3-0 series deficit fell short in a 5-0 loss in Game 6 to the Chilliwack Chiefs.With two straight wins to get back in the best of seven second round ma...

Apr 23, 2023

Shelest backstops Clippers to 3-1 Game 5 victory over Chilliwack

NANAIMO - In a second straight must win playoff game the Clippers defeated the Chilliwack Chiefs.Nanaimo won 3-1 on the strength of 36 saves by Shane Shelest and some timely offense for Jeremie Payant...

Apr 21, 2023

Nanaimo father convicted of sex crimes against his young daughter, assessment to determine mental fitness

Editor's note: This story contains disturbing details regarding child sexual abuse and may not be suitable for all readers. Discretion is advised.NANAIMO - A woman who occasionally accessed her longti...

Apr 21, 2023

'There is quite a bit of pride:' Nanaimo Lawn Bowling Club enters 100th year

NANAIMO - Built on friendship and friendly competition, a local lawn bowling club has stood the test of time in the Harbour City.It was the spring of 1923 when the Nanaimo Lawn Bowling Club (NLBC) for...

Apr 21, 2023

Popular Vancouver Island Short Film Festival returns for in-person event

NANAIMO - Following a pair of virtual-only showings, the annual Vancouver Island Short Film Festival (VISFF) returns for in-person showings.VIU's Malaspina Theatre hosts the 18th annual VISFF on Frida...

Apr 20, 2023

'It's very hurtful:' advocate furious with repeat incidents of stolen signs

NANAIMO -- Cyndy Hall hopes the motives behind stolen missing signs profiling her long-lost friend aren't sinister. A second round of signs on Bowen Rd. highlighting the disappearance of Lisa Marie Yo...

Apr 20, 2023

Pair of Harewood artificial turf fields move ahead with double the budget

NANAIMO - A major project to build two artificial turf fields at Harewood Centennial Park is proceeding, with almost $5 million added to the budget.City councillors sided with a staff recommendation t...

Apr 20, 2023