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Nanaimo’s final Trunk Sale of the year at VIU
NANAIMO - Bargain hunters have one more chance to take advantage of the Nanaimo Recycles Trunk Sale this weekend. The final Trunk Sale of the year happens on Saturday, Aug. 23, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m...
Jordan Davidson Aug 23, 2025
Promised new patient tower & cardiac care addressed by Nanaimo MLA’s
NANAIMO - Nearly a year after B.C.'s premier made significant healthcare promises for Nanaimo on the campaign trail, local MLAs maintain those pledges are still in the government's plans. Nanaimo-Gabr...
Alex Rawnsley Aug 22, 2025
New Nanaimo hospital High Acuity Unit days away from opening
NANAIMO - A modernized and enhanced new department to serve sick and ill patients at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH) will officially open next week. The new High Acuity Unit (HAU) will start ...
Alex Rawnsley Aug 22, 2025
‘Rolling several times:’ driver airlifted to hospital after Hwy. 19 crash
NANAIMO - One person was airlifted to hospital following a single vehicle crash just north of Lantzville. The incident occurred on Friday, Aug. 22 around 6:15 a.m. involving a northbound black Ford Mu...
Alex Rawnsley Aug 22, 2025
‘This ridge is noteworthy’: late summer heat blast strikes mid-Island
NANAIMO - An extended stretch of hotter-than-average weather will appease those disappointed by recent interruptions of cloud cover and precipitation. Environment Canada expects unseasonably warmer co...
Daryl Major Aug 22, 2025
‘There’s need everywhere:’ campaign provides Nanaimo-Ladysmith students with school supplies
NANAIMO - As the summer season starts to wind down, parents are getting ready for back-to-school shopping. However, with the rising cost of living, basic school supplies and related fees getting more ...
Alex Rawnsley Aug 21, 2025
Most Air Canada domestic, international flights expected to take off Thursday
Air Canada expects most of its domestic and international routes to be back up and running Thursday after resuming operations Tuesday following the conclusion of a strike by its flight attendants. An ...
Alex Rawnsley Aug 21, 2025
Wildfire near Port Alberni, B.C., that triggered evacuation orders being held
PORT ALBERNI - A Vancouver Island blaze near Port Alberni, B.C., that triggered several evacuation orders last week is now classified as being held. The BC Wildfire Service dashboard says the fire, at...
Alex Rawnsley Aug 21, 2025
Parole eligibility debated for Nanaimo man convicted of violent cocaine-fueled murder
Editor’s note: this article depicts details of a highly violent homicide, which may not be appropriate for some readers. Discretion is strongly advised. NANAIMO - A BC Supreme Court justice is s...
Daryl Major Aug 21, 2025
‘Cedar was the perfect place:’ new intermediate pump track envisioned south of Nanaimo
NANAIMO - Local biking advocates believe they’ve got the perfect plan at the perfect location to continue growing the sport in the region. The Stevie Smith Legacy Foundation, through a partnersh...
Alex Rawnsley Aug 20, 2025