Author Archives: Syndicated Content

PARKSVILLE - A fourth visit to the Paralympics was unlike any other for a local Olympian. The Tokyo 2020 Paralympics wrapped up on Sept. 5 with Parksville’s Trevor Hirschfield competing for Team...

NANAIMO - While Terry Fox runs across Canada look a lot different again this year for the 41st annual event, there are easy ways to donate toward cancer research. A virtual event Sunday, Sept 19 invol...

NANAIMO - The Harbour City’s local soccer club is now kicking it with the big boys. Canada Soccer recently bestowed upon Nanaimo United FC a National Youth Club License, recognizing the organiza...

NANAIMO - The Water Cooler is NanaimoNewsNOW's letters to the editor-style segment, featuring conversations about the news in Nanaimo and Oceanside. This week's feature discusses NanaimoNewsNOW’...

LANTZVILLE - Recognizing its community roots and bringing people together in a family-friendly atmosphere is what Minetown Day is all about in the eyes of the mayor. A pancake breakfast, children̵...

NANAIMO - Nearly two years after winning silver medals at CCAA nationals the VIU Mariners soccer program is back on the pitch. The men’s and women’s sides return to PACWEST game action Sep...

NANAIMO - Areas south of the Malahat continue to grapple with COVID-19 cases spiking. Island Health reported 114 new cases on Friday, a sharp increase over recent averages and the biggest single-day i...

NANAIMO - Your sweet tooth won’t know what to do once you step into the charming Sweet Spot Bake Shop. The display case is nearly overflowing with delicious treats, everything from Nanaimo bars,...

NANAIMO - Another round of provincial funds geared toward active transportation projects are flowing to Nanamo. The B.C. Government announced Nanaimo received $500,000 for phase two of its Metral Driv...

NANAIMO - The year’s first fall storm is upon us. Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for parts of eastern Vancouver Island and is forecasting between 30 and 50 millimetres of rain ...