Toby Gorman

City’s liquor licence reinstated, zero tolerance policy adopted at public facilities

The city's liquor licence has been reinstated following a suspension by the…

Nanaimo once again a Blue Community

Council votes to transition to ban the sale of bottled water at city facilities.

The Friends of Morden Mine are working to preserve the head frame and create an interpretive centre at the historical site.

Ask an expert – coal mining

If I wanted to learn more about Nanaimo’s coal-mining history, where should I go?

The Friends of Morden Mine are working to preserve the head frame and create an interpretive centre at the historical site.
Chef Seann Gordon, left, and server Steve Olafsen, are part of the team that make diners feel welcome at Asteras.

Asteras wins with atmosphere

Asteras Greek Taverna is voted as best romantic restaurant and best Mediterranean restaurant in the 2012 Best of the City survey.

Chef Seann Gordon, left, and server Steve Olafsen, are part of the team that make diners feel welcome at Asteras.
Gina’s nachos, shown by Angela Oltmann, were again voted best in the city.

Gina’s a favourite for Mexican cuisine

Gina's Mexican Café is voted best nachos in Nanaimo in the 2012 Best of the City survey.

Gina’s nachos, shown by Angela Oltmann, were again voted best in the city.

Arkansas visitors victims of bike theft

Group awoke to thieves stealing expensive mountain bikes off their SUV.

Nanaimo firefighters wages rise steadily

Twenty-four firefighters make more than $100,000

Nanaimo council scolded for its handling of Linley Valley issue

Nanaimo council was scolded in early March over its decision to pursue potential funding mechanisms for property in Linley Valley West.

Strategic plan in final stages

Nanaimo residents have a final opportunity to participate in the city’s strategic plan.

Lunney asks for further review in coast guard cuts

MP James Lunney asks for a hold on cuts to one Canadian Coast Guard base and three communication centres.

Nanaimo rejects amendment to release in camera votes

Nanaimo city council explored what it can and cannot release from in camera discussions Monday

HERITAGE BUILDINGS: If these walls could talk

Nanaimo established the Community Heritage Register in 2002 as a means to retain the city's important and interesting architectural past.

COLUMN: Island benefits outweigh downsides

Sitting perched on a mountainside surrounded by magnificent beauty highlighted, at least for me, how lucky we are to be here

Harewood residents Margaret Dyke, left, and Teresa McGown say an opportunity is being missed by allowing a historic farm to be developed into housing. They say keeping the farm intact to educate people about food security and Nanaimo’s history would be a more appropriate use.

HERITAGE: Last of Harewood’s five-acre farms to be developed

NANAIMO – A historic five-acre farm in the University District is in the process of being rezoned for a residential development

Harewood residents Margaret Dyke, left, and Teresa McGown say an opportunity is being missed by allowing a historic farm to be developed into housing. They say keeping the farm intact to educate people about food security and Nanaimo’s history would be a more appropriate use.

Venus to pass between Earth and sun

NANAIMO – A celestial rarity will take place Tuesday and the Nanaimo Astronomy Society will be at Maffeo Sutton Park to help people view it.

Changes to immigration policy criticized

Nanaimo to lose CIC office, province to lose Canada-B.C. Immigration Agreement.

COLUMN: Race fans given a reason to cheer

As uncertain as the future of racing is, you can bet on June 9 we’ll have a houseful of people.

B.C. mayors agree to pursue mandate

NANAIMO – Inaugural mayors' caucus wants to see tax distribution, downloading addressed by senior levels of government.

Nanaimo’s strategic plan enters next phase

First draft of Your Voice Our Nanaimo ready for public feedback.

Old City neighbourhood one step closer to preserving heritage

NANAIMO – Council votes 5-4 to not allow duplexes on corner lots, two-storey carriage houses in historic area.