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Familiar face returns as new superintendent for SD68
NANAIMO - A new administrative leader to take the helm at School District 68 is assuming the same position from a neighbouring district. Robyn Gray, the current superintendent for the Cowichan Valley ...
Sep 18, 2024
‘Fit for purpose:’ City of Nanaimo launches third AAP for slimmed down public works upgrade
NANAIMO - For the third time in 12 months, the City will ask its residents to approve borrowing for an upgraded public works facility. After incorrect legal advice and improper procedure scuttled two ...
Sep 18, 2024
Construction to begin on seniors affordable housing project in Bowser
BOWSER - Construction of an independent rental housing complex to be built north of Qualicum Beach appears to be just around the corner. Bowser Seniors Housing Society (BSHS) received official approva...
Sep 17, 2024
‘We don’t see that very often:’ rural Nanaimo home robbed as family sleeps inside
NANAIMO - Several high-value items, including a vehicle, were taken after a family returning from a day in Vancouver forgot to lock their doors. A father and son were returning to their Farrar Rd. hom...
Sep 17, 2024
Push for more young voters to participate with provincial election looming
NANAIMO - Elections BC is trying to get a boost in young voters showing up to polling stations this fall, which lags behind other age groups. Andrew Watson, senior director of communications for Elect...
Sep 17, 2024
Three members of Senior A Timbermen drafted into NLL
NANAIMO - Three players from the 2024 Nanaimo Timbermen have been drafted into the National Lacrosse League. Jacob Power, Colby Bowman and Caleb Creasor all heard their name called on Sunday, Sept. 15...
Sep 17, 2024
NHLPA partnership helping Nanaimo-based Indigenous hockey program expand
NANAIMO - A local hockey program focused on linking Indigenous teachings with hockey is continuing to expand. The Salish Storm have grown over the last five years from pickup games and drills at a box...
Sep 17, 2024
Plane damaged by fire following troubled landing at Qualicum Beach airport
QUALICUM BEACH - A small private plane with two people aboard was heavily damaged upon touching down at the Qualicum Beach Airport. The Town of Qualicum Beach's acting chief administrative officer Luk...
Sep 16, 2024
Natural gas leak temporarily closes north Nanaimo street, delays RDN buses
NANAIMO - A gas leak inside the Regional District of Nanaimo’s transit yard sparked a swift response. Multiple reports to 911 were made just after 2 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 16 in the area around A...
Sep 16, 2024
‘Worthy of being in this area:’ new washroom planned for Nanaimo’s Maffeo Sutton Park
NANAIMO - Some changes are in the works to increase the number of public washrooms at one of the city’s most popular public parks. A brand new washroom amenity building at Maffeo Sutton Park was...
Sep 16, 2024
