The Lounge Period Promise Collection
The Lounge has joined the United Way's Period Promise Campaign! All month we'll be collecting menstrual products (tampons, panty liners, diva cups, pads, reusable or disposable products) at Save-on-Foods Parksville! Our donation bin is at the Customer Service desk at Save-on-Foods throughout May. Menstrual product dona...
Apr 16, 2024
'This was an accident:' cedar hedge blaze sparks warning from Nanaimo Fire Rescue
NANAIMO - Highly flammable shrubs and trees located near homes are a potential recipe for disaster. That warning from Nanaimo Fire Rescue (NFR) assist...
3h ago
Final preparations being made ahead of Comox Air Show
NANAIMO - One of the premier events on Vancouver Island returns to the skies this weekend.The Comox Air Show takes place Saturday, May 18 at 19 Wing C...
7h ago
Wildfire service warns winds may fan 'aggressive' blazes in B.C.'s north
FORT NELSON, B.C. - British Columbia's wildfire service says gusty winds could fan "aggressive fire behaviour" in the north, where out-of-control blaz...
9h ago
VIDEO: Funkanometry finish just short in Canada's Got Talent finale
NANAIMO - Two of the Island's finest performers did all they could, but barely missed out on the grand prize. The Island-based dance duo of Jacksun Fr...
11h ago
Nearly 100 new childcare spaces coming to SD68 schools
NANAIMO - Additional childcare spaces at District 68 school sites will be available this fall following a funding announcement from Premier David Eby....
14h ago
Table Topic Question: Wednesday May 15
Table Topic Question: Long weekend coming, and the Campgrounds are packed! We tried to find a place to go (very last minute!) but decided on a day-trip instead. What's your favorite place for a hike, or other day out? Answer on Facebook , or text us at 250 248 8040, for your chance to win Brunch on Bill! A $25 gift car...
15h ago
Judge rejects search warrant challenge against Nanaimo couple mired in fisheries allegations
NANAIMO - A former local commercial fisherman with a long history of illegal angling will be lured back to court to face several more fishing-related ...
May 15, 2024
Two homes damaged after fire breaks out in north Nanaimo neighbourhood
NANAIMO - Fire has caused considerable damage to a north end home after initially starting near a parked vehicle. Calls to 911 from the homeowner and ...
May 14, 2024
Man who rammed Lantzville homeowner with stolen ATV avoids jail
NANAIMO - While significantly older and less mobile than the man busted rummaging on his property, an upper Lantzville resident took matters into his ...
May 14, 2024