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Nanaimo men facing 30 drug charges after extensive dark web & cryptocurrency investigation
NANAIMO - A three-year investigation has uncovered an extensive drug trafficking network and resulted in over two dozen charges laid. The BC RCMP’s Federal Serious and Organized Crime unit began...
May 31, 2022
Intersection safety cameras see rise in violators in Nanaimo and across B.C.
NANAIMO - Nearly 800 tickets from automated cameras were mailed to motorists either speeding or running a red light at one of two Nanaimo high crash intersections last year. Data from the ministry of ...
May 31, 2022
Emergency 911 services out for some cell customers south of Nanaimo
NANAIMO - Residents in Ladysmith and around Nanaimo Airport are experiencing some issues connecting to emergency services. The Cowichan Valley Regional District published an alert saying Telus and Koo...
May 30, 2022
National handgun freeze key feature of federal Liberals’ new firearm-control bill
OTTAWA - A national freeze on importing, buying or selling handguns is a central feature of firearm-control legislation tabled today by the federal Liberals. The government says the bill would also al...
May 30, 2022
Assault charge laid after VIU student beaten at Nanaimo house party
NANAIMO -A 19-year-old man is facing assault charges after a VIU student was allegedly beaten because of his sexuality. Ryan John Seaman was charged with one count of assault in relation to the attack...
May 30, 2022
Four homes on one lot pitched as potential option for Nanaimo housing crunch
NANAIMO - A unique project with four smaller homes built on a single lot has passed its first hurdle. The City of Nanaimo’s Design Advisory Panel provided largely positive feedback to a proposal...
May 30, 2022
‘There is no cure right now:’ Nanaimo Alzheimer’s walk focusing on fundraising and support
NANAIMO - It’s a walk with two purposes: to raise money in the fight against Alzheimer’s, and to provide support and community for those living with the condition. The Walk for Alzheimer&#...
May 29, 2022
VIDEO: New sensory support kits enabling front-line officers to better interact with more people
NANAIMO - Items specifically designed to connect with people in crisis, who can’t communicate, are part of a new set of tools for local first responders. A total of 15 of the distinctive red bac...
May 29, 2022
New Gabriola Island skateboard park officially unveiled
GABRIOLA ISLAND - A quaint village core on Gabriola Island has noticeably more life with a popular new recreational amenity now in place. A celebration at Huxley Community Park on Saturday, May 28 fro...
May 28, 2022
Brannen Lake boat ramp & dock reopens following fireworks damage
NANAIMO - Boaters and lake-goers once again have access to Brannen Lake. Public access to the popular summer spot was temporarily closed due to a mid-week fire which is suspected to have been started ...
May 27, 2022
