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Boothroyd Indian Band conducting cultural burn in the Fraser Zone on May 2

The cultural burn will take place with the assistance of the BC Wildfire Service

May 1, 2024 9:52 AM Read more >

First Nations Leadership Council joins call for probe into lack of police prosecutions

‘We are shocked and angered, and will not be backing down’ — FNLC

Apr 30, 2024 5:30 PM Read more >

120 tonnes of waste cleaned up from Nanaimo-Ladysmith backroads

Ladysmith Sportsmen’s Club cleanup attracted 140 volunteers on April 20

Apr 30, 2024 1:30 PM Read more >

Tire toxins deadly for salmon found in Vancouver Island creeks

Chemical levels considered lethal to salmon recorded in Nanaimo waterways

Apr 30, 2024 9:25 AM Read more >

Lantzville seeking legal advice to avoid complying with mandated density

Council asking for clarity on whether changes are required or recommended

Apr 29, 2024 5:10 AM Read more >

Committee formed to look for transportation improvements for Ladysmith

Community engagement happening this spring and summer

Apr 29, 2024 5:01 AM Read more >

Farmers’ markets in Nanaimo region a boon to the economy, report finds

B.C. Farmers Market Economic Impact study presented to RDN directors

Apr 28, 2024 11:30 AM Read more >

Nanaimo private school wins top prize at Vancouver Island building awards

Discover Montessori School honoured as Judges’ Choice winner

Apr 27, 2024 6:15 PM Read more >

B.C. SPCA Nanaimo preaches pet adoption at open house at Westwood Road site

National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day open house taking place at B.C. SPCA Nanaimo’s site until 4 p.m.

Apr 27, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

‘State of Nanaimo Economy’ report shows too many residents are just getting by

Rents rise 9% despite improving vacancy rate

Apr 27, 2024 1:30 PM Read more >