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'It's reconciliation in a different form:' deal brokered between First Nations in Campbell River & operators of Myra Falls Mine

NANAIMO - After three years of persistence, an agreement was finally reached between the Wei Wai Kum and We Wai Kai Nations and Myra Falls Mine. A signing ceremony for the Impact Benefits Agreement (I...

Ian Holmes Feb 28, 2023

Nanaimo Walmart re-opens following prolonged closure due to arson

NANAIMO - Following a nearly five day closure, arguably the city's busiest store re-opened to eager shoppers. The heavily used Walmart Supercentre welcomed customers again on Monday, Feb. 27 at about ...

Feb 27, 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

'It changed a lot of people's lives:' Nanaimo home explosion relived one year later

NANAIMO - One year ago a widely heard and felt explosion blew a Nanaimo home into thousands of pieces.The shocking incident is still impacting many lives, while answers behind how the blast occurred a...

Feb 27, 2023

Two goals from Daniells drives Clippers in 4-1 win over Express

COQUITLAM - The Clippers finished their three game road trip with a solid 60 minute effort in a victory over the Express.Jeremie Payant and Coquitlam's Cam Moger traded first period goals, but Nanaimo...

Feb 26, 2023

Clippers second period let down leads to 4-2 loss in Langley

LANGLEY - The Coastal Division leading Clippers lost 4-2 to the eighth seeded Langley Rivermen.The two teams traded goals late in the first period with Owen Kim giving Langley the lead and Lukas Klemm...

Feb 25, 2023

Clippers mount comeback and win 4-3 in overtime versus Chiefs

CHILLIWACK - The Clippers got behind but saved their best for last in a 4-3 overtime victory in Chilliwack.It was a scoreless game through the first period with Aidan Campbell playing very will in net...

Feb 24, 2023

Qualicum Beach Mayor's defamation case payout covered by Town's insurance

QUALICUM BEACH - The Town of Qualicum Beach released a statement regarding a settlement between Mayor Westbroek and two local businessmen.The statement says the $130,000 settlement paid to Ken Schley ...

Feb 24, 2023

VIDEO: Projected opening date set for new Courtyard by Marriott hotel in Nanaimo

NANAIMO - Following years of talk and no action, a new large hotel beside the Vancouver Island Conference Centre is nearing its opening. The primary contractor for the nine-storey Courtyard by Marriot...

Alex Rawnsley Feb 24, 2023

VIU Mariners volleyball teams vying for provincial titles

NANAIMO - The VIU Mariners men's and women's volleyball teams are in Cranbrook for PACWEST provincials.Both sides are in semifinal matchups against the host College of the Rockies on Friday Feb. 24, b...

Feb 24, 2023