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Nanaimo mother charged in fatal crash to stand trial

A Nanaimo woman charged with dangerous and impaired driving following a 2008 car crash that killed two of her children will be tried in B.C. Supreme Court next week.
Salmon spawning bed spread in Nanaimo stream

Salmon spawning bed spread in Nanaimo stream

Salmon got another spot to spawn in Nanaimo's Millstone River this week.

Recession, obesity could affect Islanders' health

Worries that the economic recession has affected the overall health of Island residents are highlighted in a report from the Vancouver Island Health Authority's chief medical health officer.

Ferry terminal repair costs exceed $300,000

Costs to repair and reinforce the trestle and passenger walkway at the downtown Nanaimo B.C. Ferries terminal have surpassed $300,000.

Nanaimo woman pledges to fight police assault investigation findings

A Nanaimo woman who suffered serious injuries when an RCMP officer allegedly punched her in the face has vowed to continue her fight to have the member charged.

Ruttan seeking re-election

Nanaimo Mayor John Ruttan announced Wednesday morning he wants to finish what he started in his first term as mayor by stating he will run again for the position of mayor in November's municipal elections.

User fees for city recreation facilities increasing

Admission rates are increasing for some users of the City of Nanaimo's recreation facilities today (Sept. 1).

RDN opposes Telus wireless tower proposed for Cedar

RDN opposes Telus wireless tower proposed for Cedar.
Work party aims to restore balance to Nanaimo forest

Work party aims to restore balance to Nanaimo forest

Michael Geselbracht is trying to restore balance to the forest in Pioneer Park but he needs some helping hands to accomplish his goal.

Full-day kindergarten affects child-care businesses

Nanaimo child care operators expect a drop in enrolment in day programs but wait lists for after school programs when full-day kindergarten starts in September.