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Emergency preparedness guides available to those who need them in B.C.

The Emergency Preparedness Week, United Way B.C. is encouraging people to have a plan

May 9, 2024 5:05 AM Read more >

UPDATE: Missing 41-year-old Nanaimo man found safe

Concern had been expressed for missing person last seen on Departure Bay Road on May 2

May 8, 2024 4:15 PM Read more >

Water now safe on B.C. Ferries vessel following floor cleaner incident

Employee accidentally poured cleaning product into Queen of Oak Bay’s water supply May 6

May 8, 2024 1:55 PM Read more >

Nanaimo’s new transit-oriented areas come with no minimum parking requirements

Council moves ahead with transit-oriented areas bylaw and off-street parking bylaw amendments

May 8, 2024 5:05 AM Read more >

61-year-old Nanaimo man has been missing for a week

Nanaimo RCMP say missing man has serious medical condition, causing concern for his well-being

May 7, 2024 5:05 PM Read more >

Riders surveyed ahead of potential bus fare increases in Nanaimo

Fare hikes needed to expand system and improve accessibility, says RDN Transit and B.C. Transit

May 7, 2024 12:45 PM Read more >

Nanaimo woman wins $150,000 on scratch ticket

Crossword Extreme winning ticket bought at Woodgrove Centre lottery kiosk

May 7, 2024 10:40 AM Read more >

Nanaimo will pre-zone 23,500 properties to comply with mandated density

City staff working on zoning amendment bylaw

May 6, 2024 10:45 PM Read more >

National Nursing Week recognizes how nurses change lives for the better

B.C. Nurses’ Union cautions of challenging and even hazardous working conditions

May 6, 2024 11:30 AM Read more >

Nanaimo-Ladysmith school district’s student voice circle presents first report

Vaping and access to health resources are issues that need improving, students say

May 6, 2024 5:05 AM Read more >