Author Archives: Syndicated Content

NANAIMO - A significant roadway overhaul through the epicentre of the city’s downtown core has surpassed some key milestones. Commercial St. between Bastion and Wharf St. reopened to vehicular t...

NANAIMO - An expansion to the E&N Trail is moving forward, adding more trail connections to the southern part of the city. Councillors unanimously supported the proposed extension, from Columbia S...

NANAIMO - A fast-rising tide may have helped sailors on their way back into shore, but ensuring their boats stayed in one piece was a whole different challenge. The annual Silly Boats Regatta, a fundr...

NANAIMO - The full 2025/26 regular season schedule for the Nanaimo Clippers is confirmed. The first of 26 home dates at Frank Crane Arena will also open the team’s season on Sept. 19 as the Clip...

QUALICUM BEACH - A number of new, smaller homes and a car wash may soon be coming to town. Councillors approved a rezoning amendment at 510 Chester Rd. on Wednesday, July 16, to develop several one-un...

NANAIMO - The VI Raiders want to see the 2025 season begin the same way the 2024 campaign ended, on a winning streak. The team earned a 4-6 record but capped off their last BCFC season with three cons...

NANOOSE BAY - A wide array of artisans will be showcasing their work over the next two days across a variety of venues. Organizers of the Nanoose Bay Studio Tour have partnered with local restaurants ...

OTTAWA - The 2025 wildfire season is already one of the worst on record for Canada, federal officials said Friday, and there is a high risk that more fires will break out in August. More than 55,000 s...

NANAIMO - Amid the hot and dry weather conditions currently affecting much of the region, residents are being reminded to be fire safe. This warning comes after the province is calling for voluntary w...

LADYSMITH - A new version of an old scam is focused on local residents. A release from the Town on Thursday, July 17 stated a series of robo-calls received recently by Ladysmith residents were “...