Nanaimo News

• Nanaimo’s unhoused population jumps nearly 19% but officials think it’s likely higher

  Researchers found that at least 515 people were without homes in Nanaimo, which is a jump of nearly 19 per cent from the previous survey conducted in the spring of 2020.

  Politics

  Apr 9, 2024
  
• 10 German shepherd puppies stolen from Nanaimo, B.C. home

  The owner of the puppies told police that her daughter was awoken by a noise in the backyard and went out to their deck to investigate.

  Crime

  Jun 28, 2023
  
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• ‘She fought back’: Suspect charged with sexual assault in Nanaimo, B.C.

  “The victim in this incident did everything correct. She fought back, she made noise, she told someone and reported the incident to the police," Nanaimo RCMP said.

  Crime

  Mar 28, 2023
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• Spiked drinks at Nanaimo nightclub send two people to hospital

  Upwards of six people may have consumed spiked beverages between May 6 and 7 at several establishments, according to police.

  Crime

  May 12, 2022
• ‘Say yes to food’: Nanaimo, B.C. food bank overwhelmed by donations gets land for new warehouse

  Nanaimo Loaves and Fishes is running out of room to store all the food that would have otherwise ended up in the landfill.

  Health

  Dec 9, 2021
• Construction worker in Nanaimo killed in collision with car: police

  Mounties said alcohol and speed are believed to have contributed to the crash that involved a white hatchback. The driver was detained.

  Crime

  Sep 24, 2021