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NANAIMO - Evie Pritchard’s resume on four wheels continues to grow. The 12-year-old skateboarder, who hones her skills regularly at the skate park in Cedar, finished third in the street open cat...

LANGLEY - The Nanaimo Clippers office weren’t able to get much going until it was too late, as they fell 5-2 against the Rivermen Friday night. Following back to back wins against Powell River l...

NANAIMO - Despite a small setback at the start of the week, a pop-up overdose prevention site (OPS) near Nanaimo’s hospital had the desired positive impact, according to organizers. Doctors for ...

PARKSVILLE - Efforts to establish a 36-unit south Parksville apartment building geared toward the working class clashed with those opposed. During a City of Parksville public hearing this week, most s...

NANAIMO - It’s a smaller jump than in recent years, but the cost of living still continues to rise on the central Island. New data from Living Wage BC shows the hourly wage two adults must each ...

VANCOUVER - BC Hydro is warning customers in remote areas of Vancouver Island that they may be without power until late Saturday, as winds from another powerful storm hit the coast. The latest in a se...

GABRIOLA ISLAND - Residents are familiar with the script, but that doesn't make it any easier. Power has been out for residents of Gabriola and neighbouring Mudge Island since the evening of Tuesday, ...

QUALICUM BEACH - It’s the official start of the holiday shopping season for many mid-Islanders. Hosted by the Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce, Moonlight Madness happens on Thursday, Nov. 21, ...

NANAIMO - A body was located from an Old Victoria Rd. Nanaimo home after it was destroyed by fire early Wednesday morning. The fire at 1019 Old Victoria Rd. broke out just after 5:00 a.m. with Nanaimo...

NANAIMO - Downed trees, blocked trails and destroyed playground equipment was the aftermath of an unusually powerful storm pummelling much of Vancouver Island. Several large trees tumbled to the groun...