Author Archives: Syndicated Content

PARKSVILLE - One person was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries after a crash along the Island Hwy. The incident occurred just after 2 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 18 in the northbound lanes of Hwy. 1...

NANAIMO - Mechanical issues on board the Coastal Inspiration are seeing a number of sailings either cancelled, or at risk of cancellation. BC Ferries cancelled the first round trip on the route on Mon...

NANAIMO - No low-flying, moth-attacking planes will be zooming by again this year in the mid-Vancouver Island region following prior intensive efforts. B.C.'s Ministry of Agriculture and Food identifi...

COOMBS - A new fire chief and a new fire engine are ushering in a period of transition and investment for the Coombs-Hilliers Volunteer Fire Department. The Regional District of Nanaimo has appointed ...

NANAIMO - A sizable funding deficit has narrowed considerably for a local search and rescue operation. Facing a $160,000 shortfall in its expenses for 2026, a request made by Arrowsmith Search and Res...

NANAIMO - The Clippers have been several roster changes in January, in fact they’ve made more roster adjustments than they’ve played games. There are a total of six players on the team cur...

NANAIMO - New signage may soon be coming to the city’s most popular lake spots, so trail users can be more prepared for what’s ahead. A pilot project is being proposed for the trail system...

NANAIMO - Accessibility, usability, and replacement of aging structures are behind a pair of new bridge builds in Cedar. The Regional District of Nanaimo Board gave approval to an estimated $5.2 milli...

NANAIMO - The second semester is now underway for the court sports teams at Vancouver Island University. Both the men’s and women’s basketball teams are in first place in the PACWEST stand...

NANAIMO - The second semester is now underway for the court sports teams at Vancouver Island University. Both the men’s and women’s basketball teams are in first place in the PACWEST stand...