Author Archives: Syndicated Content
Nanaimo development values poised for second highest year ever
NANAIMO - Significant investments in public infrastructure and nearly complete housing units contributed to what’s looking to be a major year for development in Nanaimo. With a permitted constru...
Nov 19, 2021
‘Those early morning ferries are an essential service:’ vaccine mandate behind ferry changes for Gabriola Island
NANAIMO - New COVID-19 vaccine mandates for BC Ferries are behind a drop in service for residents of Gabriola Island. A Monday, Nov. 15 deadline for BC Ferries employees to provide proof of at least o...
Nov 18, 2021
UPDATE: Single-lane alternating traffic established after sinkhole shuts down Hwy. 19 near Lantzville
UPDATE (6:33 p.m.) - Drive BC says single lane alternating traffic will be in effect in roughly 20 minute intervals for a stretch of Hwy. 19 in Lantzville, the site of a sinkhole in the middle of the ...
Nov 18, 2021
Skies set to clear for longest partial lunar eclipse in nearly 600 years
NANAIMO - Local stargazers are hoping the latest round of wet weather will clear on schedule. An ultra-rare full moon, partial lunar eclipse will begin after 11:15 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 18 with the p...
Nov 18, 2021
Overnight closures on Malahat Hwy. ended
NANAIMO - Late night traffic on the Malahat Hwy. is resuming earlier than expected. The province announced Thursday, Nov. 18 the scheduled five to six days of closures between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. would ...
Nov 18, 2021
24-bed cold weather shelter set to open in Nanaimo
NANAIMO - A place designed to provide shelter from the harsh winter months is opening again for another year. The Nanaimo Family Life Association, in partnership with the Nanaimo Region John Howard So...
Nov 18, 2021
UPDATE: Biggs Rd. bridge reopened after City crew assessment
UPDATE: Nov. 18th, 2:15 p.m. The City of Nanaimo has completed and signed off on the Biggs Rd. bridge, and it is now open. NANAIMO - The region may have escaped many of the more severe impacts of floo...
Nov 18, 2021
Clippers survive comeback to win 5-4 over Bulldogs
NANAIMO - The Clippers built up a 5-1 lead but had to hold on at the end for 5-4 win over the Alberni Valley Bullogs. Despite being outshot 14-9 Nanaimo built up a 3-0 lead in the opening period. Aust...
Nov 17, 2021
Parksville partnering with BGCCVI to bring child and youth services to community
PARKSVILLE - Young families in Parksville will soon have more options for childcare, while older youth and teens will have a place to burn off energy after school. The City of Parksville are due to en...
Nov 17, 2021
Early morning and evening vehicle crossings cancelled for Gabriola-Nanaimo route
NANAIMO - A staffing issue is causing major disruption to ferry service between Gabriola Island and Vancouver Island. BC Ferries said the MV Quinsam will be operating on a modified schedule until furt...
Nov 17, 2021
