Tag Archives: People

Several vehicles impounded during Nanaimo enforcement blitz
NANAIMO - Eyes from above relayed real-time intelligence to numerous ground resources assigned to target unsafe drivers in the Harbour City. Culminating from mounting public complaints, Nanaimo RCMP R...
Sep 16, 2025

B.C.-based ALS advocates complete nationwide triathlon tour, which started in Nanaimo
NANAIMO - While packing up their belongings and heading home to B.C.'s interior, Mike Pearson and Donna Bartel took stock of their ambitious journey. Pearson, 64, and his wife Donna, 60, capped off 18...
Sep 16, 2025

Police seek information after fatal motorcycle wreck near Qualicum Beach
QUALICUM BEACH - Police are trying to determine what happened leading up to a fatal weekend crash involving a motorcycle and a truck in Qualicum Beach. On Saturday, Sept. 13, at 7:31 p.m., BC Highway ...
Sep 15, 2025

Overfishing nets Deep Bay anglers steep fines
COURTENAY - Combined fines of $12,500 were recently issued to four offenders following a fishing expedition north of Qualicum Beach. Min Han, Yun Dian Li, Zhong Qi and Guang Jun Wei were each found gu...
Sep 15, 2025

Terry Fox Run reignites legacy of Canadian legend
NANAIMO - Annual runs attended by thousands of Canadians not only raises funds for cancer research, but also reminds us of the incredible accomplishments of one of Canada's most accomplished citizens....
Sep 14, 2025

Island Swish youth basketball programs continue to grow
NANAIMO - Fall basketball programming is now underway for competitive and recreational athletes at Island Swish.Kids from kindergarten to high school age are being offered sessions of skill developmen...
Sep 13, 2025

New high-end Parksville running track officially unveiled
PARKSVILLE - Years of campaigning, fundraising and community effort have finally led to completion of a new outdoor running track. The ribbon was officially cut on the Oceanside Community Track at col...
Sep 12, 2025

Uniquely Lantzville event still has room for growth
LANTZVILLE - An increasingly popular Lantzville tradition is expanding, but organizers say its small-town charm remains intact. Minetown Day happens Saturday, Sept. 13, with most events staged at Hudd...
Sep 12, 2025

Nanaimo's Felice Cavallotti Lodge celebrates 125 years
NANAIMO - An organization with an extensive track record serving the Harbour City is celebrating its storied past, while also focusing on significant future change. Felice Cavallotti Lodge, a cultural...
Sep 12, 2025

Porsche impounded for 144 km/h in a 90 zone north of Nanaimo
LANTZVILLE - A man lost his luxury car for a week after he was caught excessively speeding just north of Nanaimo On Wednesday, Sept. 3, BC Highway Patrol (BCHP) members were patrolling the Island High...
Sep 11, 2025