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QUIZ: Time to enjoy a delicious pizza

It’s National Pizza Day. How much do you know about pizza and its important cultural role?

Feb 9, 2025 4:50 AM Read more >

Wellness and volunteer fair connects new residents with their Nanaimo community

Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society and Volunteer Nanaimo build connections between newcomers and community

Feb 7, 2025 10:10 AM Read more >

'Immensely proud': Okanagan father-son fire-fighting duo honoured

The work of several department members were recently celebrated at an annual awards dinner

Feb 7, 2025 7:28 AM Read more >

Okanagan hockey family enjoying ice time at their front door

'They missed a bunch of ice times and so we just decided to make our own rink'

Feb 6, 2025 7:47 AM Read more >

'Burger It Forward': a patty for a purpose on Vancouver Island

Canada Beef will donate $1 for every burger sold in the fundraising campaign from Feb. 1-28

Feb 4, 2025 10:17 AM Read more >

Lunar New Year roars into Nanaimo with lion dance

Deputy Consul General of Vancouver Zeng Zhi, MLA Sheila Malcomson and George Anderson, Mayor Leonard Krog, MP Lisa Marie Barron as well as local councillors Sheryl Armstrong and Hilary Eastmure were present

Feb 3, 2025 3:45 PM Read more >

Six more weeks of winter, Mt. Washington marmot says

Van Isle Violet sees shadow on Sunday, Feb. 3

Feb 3, 2025 2:17 PM Read more >

Newcomer Wellness Fair showcases local activities and culture

The Newcomer Wellness Fair and Volunteer Fair take place this coming Wednesday

Feb 2, 2025 4:30 PM Read more >

QUIZ: How much do you know about Groundhog Day?

As spring approaches, how much do you know about Groundhog Day?

Feb 2, 2025 4:50 AM Read more >

Lower Mainland condo just part of prize home package helping sick kids

Choices Lottery 2025 features 11 grand prizes; one includes two homes – one in Langley and one in Big White

Feb 1, 2025 5:00 AM Read more >