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‘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...
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 ...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
Aug 20, 2025
Air Canada set to announce new expenses policy for passengers as restart continues
Air Canada says it plans to announce a new “exceptional policy” in which the company will cover transportation expenses incurred by customers while getting to their destinations during the...
Aug 20, 2025
‘There were flames within feet of homes:’ Dashwood fire chief recounts frantic fight against Wesley Ridge blaze
QUALICUM BEACH - Local fire departments played an integral role in protecting homes when the Wesley Ridge wildfire roared toward the vulnerable rural Meadowood area. A day removed from being formally ...
Aug 20, 2025
Hundreds of tickets, roadside prohibitions issued after mid-Island music events
NANAIMO - A pair of live music events in the Cowichan area showed too many people still believe they can drive impaired. BC Highway Patrol issued a total of 29 immediate roadside prohibitions for impa...
Aug 19, 2025
Air Canada strike ends after tentative deal reached with flight attendants union
TORONTO - Air Canada and the union representing its flight attendants have reached a tentative deal to end a strike that began on Saturday morning. The airline said it will gradually begin operations ...
Aug 19, 2025
