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Woodstoves should be in good working order as temperatures drop: Nanaimo Fire Rescue
NANAIMO - Woodstoves are less commonly used these days, however those relying on the traditional heating source are urged to maintain them properly. That message from Nanaimo Fire Rescue deputy fire c...
Ian Holmes Oct 18, 2025
Nanaimo Youth Services gets $50,000 boost to its youth driving program
NANAIMO - More local youth will have the chance to learn the driving skills needed to get their full license thanks to a recent grant. A $50,000 infusion from the RBC Future Launch program was recentl...
Jordan Davidson Oct 18, 2025
IMAX & recliner seating announced for Nanaimo’s Avalon theatre
NANAIMO - Significant screen, sound and comfort additions are on the way to a Nanaimo movie theatre. Landmark Cinemas, which operates an Avalon theatre at Woodgrove Centre, outlined in an Oct. 10 news...
Alex Rawnsley Oct 17, 2025
VIU Mariners again looking to rule PACWEST
NANAIMO - Coming off yet another strong season of volleyball at Vancouver Island University, the Mariners are poised to once again be at the top of their conference. The women were an impressive 19-1 ...
Dan Marshall Oct 17, 2025
BCGEU and province to enter non-binding mediation in bid to end labour dispute
The union representing striking public service workers across British Columbia has agreed to enter non-binding mediation with the province in their labour dispute. The BC General Employees’ Unio...
Alex Rawnsley Oct 17, 2025
‘He died because he did not have access:’ push renewed for cath lab, NRGH patient tower
NANOOSE BAY - Yet another clear and direct message has been sent to the B.C. government: mid-Islanders won’t tolerate inadequate primary healthcare. Around 250 people gathered at Nanoose Place C...
Alex Rawnsley Oct 17, 2025
Nearly 1,200 tickets written during B.C. highway safety blitz
NANAIMO - A month-long enforcement campaign targeting drivers on numbered highways across the province led to 1,190 fines issued during the month of September. Officers from five units throughout the ...
NanaimoNewsNOW staff Oct 16, 2025
Former Department of National Defence lands in Nanaimo officially transferred to SFN
NANAIMO - Following a prior federal government pledge to relinquish nearly 200 acres of vacant land, Snuneymuxw First Nation has officially assumed control of strategically located properties with int...
Alex Rawnsley Oct 16, 2025
Clippers dealing with busy schedule, significant travel in October
NANAIMO - The Clippers are in the midst of their busiest month of the season with 11 games in October. After returning from the BCHL Showcase, Nanaimo has a record of 3-2-1. Assistant coach Evan Richa...
Alex Rawnsley Oct 16, 2025
‘We really would be overwhelmed:’ annual Shakeout reminding Nanaimo residents to be prepared
NANAIMO - The province’s annual earthquake readiness drill goes on Thursday. Organized by the British Columbia Earthquake Alliance, the Great B.C. Shakeout will see alerts sent out to all connec...
Alex Rawnsley Oct 16, 2025