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New BC daily record of nearly 300 overdose calls reported, 20 in Nanaimo
NANAIMO - While fewer people died from toxic drugs in the province last year, there’s been a troubling surge of overdose events recently. BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) informed NanaimoNew...
Pattison Media Feb 27, 2026
‘This is broadening his world:’ Nanaimo teen fulfilling life dream in Mexico
NANAIMO - A local teenager will spend spring break in Mexico floating down lazy rivers and relaxing on warm, tropical beaches. Jonathan Dean, 18, lives with CHARGE syndrome, a rare genetic condition w...
Pattison Media Feb 27, 2026
Mariners volleyball teams seeded second entering PACWEST provincials
NANAIMO - The VIU Mariners volleyball teams are hoping to hit their peak at PACWEST provincials and earn their way to the CCAA nationals. It’s a been a consistent year for the women and year of ...
Pattison Media Feb 27, 2026
Mariners volleyball teams seeded second entering PACWEST provincials
NANAIMO - The VIU Mariners volleyball teams are hoping to hit their peak at PACWEST provincials and earn their way to the CCAA nationals. It’s a been a consistent year for the women and year of ...
Pattison Media Feb 27, 2026
Qualicum artist creates design for annual Canucks First Nations game
QUALICUM BAY - Ocean Hyland said the full realization of having her artwork on display in front of around 19,000 Canuck fans at Rogers Arena, as well as a national TV audience, won’t sink in unt...
Pattison Media Feb 27, 2026
Alleged Gabriola Island meth dealer charged
NANAIMO - Gabriola Island RCMP arrested a local man, who was subsequently charged with trafficking methamphetamine. Paul James Dick, 63, has been charged with trafficking in a controlled substance. A ...
Pattison Media Feb 26, 2026
‘Significant safety improvement:’ north Nanaimo roundabout approved
NANAIMO - Another roundabout has been approved in Nanaimo to better control vehicular flow, speeds and improve safety of all road users. Councillors recently approved $350,000 to install a roundabout ...
Pattison Media Feb 26, 2026
Hutchison succeeding in the crease for hometown Clippers
NANAIMO - Matthew Hutchison has had a junior hockey homecoming with the Clippers. The 19-year-old joined the club in January after the last two seasons in the WHL with Vancouver, Moose Jaw and Regina....
Pattison Media Feb 26, 2026
Hutchison succeeding in the crease for hometown Clippers
NANAIMO - Matthew Hutchison has had a junior hockey homecoming with the Clippers. The 19-year-old joined the club in January after the last two seasons in the WHL with Vancouver, Moose Jaw and Regina....
Pattison Media Feb 26, 2026
‘You can’t be reimbursed:’ counterfeit cash circulating through Nanaimo
NANAIMO - Local Mounties are seeing a spike in reported cases of counterfeit money. The detachment has received at least 17 separate reports over the last two months, of what police are calling “...
Pattison Media Feb 26, 2026