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Major Canadian grocers won’t confirm discounts, price freezes feds promised last week
Major grocers in Canada are not yet confirming whether they have committed to special promotions to stabilize grocery prices, as was recently promised by the federal government. Industry Minister Fran...
Oct 11, 2023
Man on trial for alleged sex offence against former stepdaughter
Editors note - this article contains details of alleged sexual abuse that may disturb some readers. Discretion is advised. NANAIMO - Testifying at length against her former stepfather, a young Nanaimo...
Oct 11, 2023
Free beds for newborns now available across Island Health
NANAIMO - Providing free beds and important sleeping tips for newborns is now accessible for parents and families across the Island Health region. The free program provides a Health Canada-approved ba...
Oct 10, 2023
‘You can see the joy in their faces:’ plenty of smiling faces at inclusive Nanaimo dance studio
NANAIMO - A central Nanaimo dance studio is full of positive Friday vibes. Serra Stewart, owner of Vibrant Studios, re-launched a popular, inclusive dance class to people of a range of cognitive and p...
Oct 10, 2023
Calls out for new temporary public art installations in Nanaimo
NANAIMO - Following in the footsteps of some iconic pieces, the City is once again looking for a refresh of its art displays across the region. The Temporary Public Art Program run by the City of Nana...
Oct 09, 2023
Snuneymuxw hopes to grow paddling event after holding inaugural Outrigger Race
NANAIMO - Nearly 100 athletes took place in the first ever Snuneymuxw Outrigger Race on Sept. 24. A version of the event took place in 2022 but spokesperson Kate Good said the latest race will officia...
Oct 08, 2023
Clippers come up short in a 4-2 loss to the Bulldogs
PORT ALBERNI - The Clippers played a hard 60 minute game but weren’t rewarded on the scoresheet against the Bulldogs. Alberni took a 4-2 decision for their second straight win over Nanaimo this ...
Oct 07, 2023
Clippers take down Kings 5-3 at Frank Crane Arena
NANAIMO - The Clippers bounced back from consecutive losses with a 5-3 home him versus Powell River. The Kings built up three one goal leads before Nanaimo scored the final three goals of the night . ...
Oct 07, 2023
Pop-up recycling depot in Parksville proves to be a hit
PARKSVILLE - With a permanent solution absent for years, a pop-up recycling program serving the Oceanside region is gaining a loyal following. Funded by Recycle BC and operated by the Parksville Commu...
Oct 07, 2023
Expect delays: long weekend ferries out of Nanaimo filling fast
NANAIMO - Over 380,000 passengers and 175,000 vehicles are expected to make the Thanksgiving long weekend a busy one on local ferry crossings. Routes between Nanaimo and Vancouver were experiencing he...
Oct 06, 2023
