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‘It’s everywhere:’ ongoing global conflicts increasing local pricing pressure
NANAIMO - Increasingly high fuel costs are causing both direct and indirect complications for pocketbooks in the region. While regular gasoline has hovered around 200 cents per litre over the last two...
Pattison Media Apr 07, 2026
Gas line hit during Third St. roadworks in Nanaimo
NANAIMO - A small number of homes near the city’s downtown had their gas service shut off following a line break. Road crews working along the 400 block of Third St. near Howard Ave. called 911 ...
Pattison Media Apr 07, 2026
Organ donor research project ramps up in Nanaimo
NANAIMO - Six Harbour City pharmacies are participating in a research project aimed at boosting organ donor registration numbers in the province. Initiated by UBC Pharmacy and made possible by a BC Tr...
Pattison Media Apr 07, 2026
VIDEO: Local kids test gravity with homemade cars
NANAIMO - Around 100 racers honed their skills and tried their luck at a first-of-its-kind event. The 1st Departure Bay Scouts hosted the inaugural Campfire Cup at Woodgrove Centre on Saturday, April ...
Pattison Media Apr 06, 2026
Two orphaned Island bear cubs rescued after mom found dead
ERRINGTON - A wildlife sanctuary near Parksville has taken in two young black bear cubs after their mother was found dead in their den. North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre (NIWRC) stated on Facebook...
Syndicated Content Apr 06, 2026
Artemis on track to break record set by Apollo 13 during lunar flyby
The Artemis II mission is expected to complete a record-breaking lunar flyby today. The Canadian Space Agency says astronaut Jeremy Hansen and his three American crewmates are set to become the space ...
Syndicated Content Apr 06, 2026
Global Village Nanaimo spring store ready to open
NANAIMO - Global Village Nanaimo is getting ready to open its largest spring store, promising a wider variety of fair trade items for sale than ever before. Starting Monday, April 6, their spring fair...
Pattison Media Apr 06, 2026
Olivia Lundman to compete in marathon distance at World Race Walking Championships
NANAIMO - Olivia Lundman is one of Canada’s top race walk athletes but she’s tackling something new at the upcoming World Team Race Walking Championships in Brazil. After competing in the ...
Pattison Media Apr 05, 2026
Clippers comeback to beat the Bulldogs for second straight playoff win
NANAIMO - The Clippers have held the lead for less than four minutes but have a 2-0 series lead on the Alberni Valley Bulldogs in the BCHL playoffs. In both games they were down a pair of goals in the...
Pattison Media Apr 04, 2026
Ladysmith’s enhanced Forrest Field project nears completion
LADYSMITH - Construction workers will soon be replaced by mountain bikers and pickle ballers at a growing Ladysmith sports and recreational hub. Known formally as Lot 108 Park where Fourth Ave. meets ...
Pattison Media Apr 04, 2026