Nanaimo News Bulletin

Young cougar euthanized in Port Alice after killing small dog

Multiple reports led conservation officers to conclude the animal was not just passing through

  • Sep 8, 2021

‘I bounced off the windshield’: Backroads confrontation near Nanaimo ends with hit and run

Man struck by SUV in Timberlands Road area during the long weekend

  • Sep 7, 2021

Man allegedly under the influence of cannabis could face charges after highway crash in Nanaimo

Incident took place at the old Island Highway-Oliver Road intersection Monday, Sept. 6

Mountain climber survives 40-metre Vancouver Island tumble

Campbell River, North Shore SAR teams rescue man who injured his face in Stratchcona Park fall

  • Sep 7, 2021

Nanaimo storytellers’ group returns to virtual space for a new season

Around Town Tellers reflect on 'connections' at upcoming Stories on Friday event

  • Sep 7, 2021

Nanaimo-Ladysmith students ‘swing’ to new schools

Pleasant Valley students going to Rutherford, Cilaire pupils going to Woodlands

Retracing the long road to the Inland Island Highway

As it celebrates 20 years, a look back at the campaign to replace the old Island Highway

  • Sep 7, 2021

Second Gabriola-Nanaimo hybrid ferry begins last leg of trip home

Dubbed Island 5, hybrid-electric ferry expected to begin service in 2022

  • Sep 7, 2021

Supporters protest conditions at two Port Alberni care homes as grievances pile up

Staff shortages are compromising care, says Echo Village resident

  • Sep 7, 2021

Woman on mobility scooter pinned under dump truck in Victoria

Woman suffered non-life-threatening injuries; witnesses sought

  • Sep 7, 2021

It’s football season, finally, for Nanaimo’s V.I. Raiders

After 2020 was lost to pandemic, Raiders return with new roster and new home field

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Those who were reluctant about vaccine put others at risk

Case counts spiking due to those who haven't followed public health guidance, says letter writer

  • Sep 6, 2021

Regional District of Nanaimo offering $300,000 worth of grants for zero-waste projects

RDN asking for proposals from non-profit organizations by Oct. 11

  • Sep 6, 2021

Workers, including ferry staff, appreciated on Labour Day

Pandemic layoffs, abuse from passengers hard on workers

Conservative leader says Island will be included in economic recovery plans

Erin O'Toole held rally Saturday, Sept. 4, at Nanaimo's Vancouver Island Conference Centre

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Cycling isn’t being prioritized along Front Street bike lanes

Cycle lanes are used as loading zones and short-term parking too often, says letter writer

  • Sep 4, 2021

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Protests aren’t anti-forestry

Forest protectors in favour of a sustainable, selective harvest in B.C., says letter writer

  • Sep 4, 2021

Man handed 6-year jail term in case of fatal 2019 Vancouver Island hit-and run

Ryan John Grob also banned from driving for eight years

  • Sep 4, 2021

Nanaimo artist showcasing pandemic-inspired paintings at Gallery Merrick

Grant Leier presents paintings from 'New Work Strange Times' series

  • Sep 4, 2021

City of Nanaimo presents ideas for parking, amenities at Westwood Lake

Survey seeking input from residents open until Oct. 31

  • Sep 3, 2021