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Emergency crews on scene at the Trans-Canada Highway and Roberts Street in Ladysmith, where one person has sustained serious injuries in a crash. (Cole Schisler photo)

One person seriously injured in rollover crash in Ladysmith

Motorists are urged to use caution near the intersection

 

(Nanaimo News Bulletin file)

Nanaimo school district forecasts enrolment rebounding from COVID-19

Student numbers to rise for next three school years, projects district staff

 

Fall presents an ideal time to get out and explore, with mild temperatures for hiking, biking and paddling, an inspired food and beverage scene, and plenty of activities for all ages.

Nanaimo Airport: Your gateway to Central Vancouver Island and beyond

Renowned for its enjoyable year-round climate, exceptional outdoor recreation opportunities and an…

 

B.C. RCMP confirms they know the identity of the man believed to be involved in a Ladysmith hit-and-run that left one woman dead in Ladysmith on Saturday morning. (Black Press Media file photo)

Man involved in fatal Ladysmith hit-and-run has been identified: RCMP

Suspect still at large, hasn’t been charged for crash that killed one woman

B.C. RCMP confirms they know the identity of the man believed to be involved in a Ladysmith hit-and-run that left one woman dead in Ladysmith on Saturday morning. (Black Press Media file photo)
The intersection of Main Street and Roberts Street – named after Field Marshal Lord Frederick Roberts – is one of the busiest in downtown Ladysmith (Cole Schisler photo)

What’s in a name? Ladysmith’s historical streets re-examined

Several streets in downtown Ladysmith are named after generals that served in the Boer War

The intersection of Main Street and Roberts Street – named after Field Marshal Lord Frederick Roberts – is one of the busiest in downtown Ladysmith (Cole Schisler photo)
Discover Ladysmith

Discover Ladysmith

History, arts and world-class outdoor recreational opportunities

  • Apr 22, 2020
Discover Ladysmith
Stz’uminus residents network with over 20 employers at career fair

Stz’uminus residents network with over 20 employers at career fair

Stz’uminus First Nation residents had a big opportunity on Wednesday to network…

Stz’uminus residents network with over 20 employers at career fair
Ladysmith scooter crash leaves local man with critical injuries

Ladysmith scooter crash leaves local man with critical injuries

RCMP said a truck was making a left-hand turn when it collided with the scooter travelling through the intersection

Ladysmith scooter crash leaves local man with critical injuries
Chemainus accident shuts down Trans-Canada Highway for air ambulance landing

Chemainus accident shuts down Trans-Canada Highway for air ambulance landing

A local man suffered serious injuries and was airlifted to hospital after…

Chemainus accident shuts down Trans-Canada Highway for air ambulance landing
Ladysmith business applies for new building expansion downtown

Ladysmith business applies for new building expansion downtown

Two homes on Kitchener Street would be demolished to make way for new Shar-Kare

Ladysmith business applies for new building expansion downtown
Handler Guillermo Fano with The Amazing Miss Andie, a three-and-a-half-year-old Newfoundland dog, in New York City after winning Best in Breed at the Westminster Dog Show 2018. (Cindy Savory Photo)

Ladysmith Newfie wins Best in Breed at Westminster Dog Show 2018

The Amazing Miss Andie made her debut at the New York City competition in 2017

Handler Guillermo Fano with The Amazing Miss Andie, a three-and-a-half-year-old Newfoundland dog, in New York City after winning Best in Breed at the Westminster Dog Show 2018. (Cindy Savory Photo)
Daniel Champagne is playing Ladysmith’s Maya Norte on Sunday. (Marcus Byrne Photo)

VIDEO: Ladysmith’s Maya Norte hosts Australian guitarist on Sunday

Daniel Champagne is currently on a cross-Canada tour including four stops on the Island

Daniel Champagne is playing Ladysmith’s Maya Norte on Sunday. (Marcus Byrne Photo)
Friend pays tribute to late George McKinley of Ladysmith

Friend pays tribute to late George McKinley of Ladysmith

By Gord Barney George McKinley grew up and went to school in…

  • Jan 3, 2018
Friend pays tribute to late George McKinley of Ladysmith
Ladysmith residents ring in 2018 with splash at Transfer Beach

Ladysmith residents ring in 2018 with splash at Transfer Beach

A few dozen brave souls braved the chilly waters of Ladysmith Harbour…

Ladysmith residents ring in 2018 with splash at Transfer Beach
UPDATE: Ladysmith’s First Avenue wins Great Street in Canada honours

UPDATE: Ladysmith’s First Avenue wins Great Street in Canada honours

Ladysmith’s historic First Avenue has won the prize for Canada’s Great Street…

UPDATE: Ladysmith’s First Avenue wins Great Street in Canada honours
Mike Gregory Photo Jim Delcourt, well known in the community for raising funds through hot dog sales , baseball tournaments and his work as a Kinsmen, is Ladysmith’s Citizen of the Year. Jim Delcourt, well known in the community for raising funds through hot dog sales and baseball tournaments, is Ladysmith’s Citizen of the Year for 2017. (Mike Gregory Photo).

Ladysmith’s hot dog king Jim Delcourt gets a new crown

The hot dog king of Ladysmith has been handed a new crown…

Mike Gregory Photo Jim Delcourt, well known in the community for raising funds through hot dog sales , baseball tournaments and his work as a Kinsmen, is Ladysmith’s Citizen of the Year. Jim Delcourt, well known in the community for raising funds through hot dog sales and baseball tournaments, is Ladysmith’s Citizen of the Year for 2017. (Mike Gregory Photo).
Nanaimo RCMP are investigating a case of a man who was struck by a bullet Thursday afternoon at Winchelsea View Golf Course in Lantzville. (BLACK PRESS file)

Ladysmith man, 60, shot while golfing in Lantzville

Nanaimo RCMP investigating after Ladysmith man struck by bullet on the course

Nanaimo RCMP are investigating a case of a man who was struck by a bullet Thursday afternoon at Winchelsea View Golf Course in Lantzville. (BLACK PRESS file)
Broken Coast Cannabis Ltd. is a Ladysmith-based producer of medical marijuana.

Ladysmith medical marijuana firm issues recall over pesticides in product

A Ladysmith-based licensed producer of medical marijuana has voluntarily recalled product from…

Broken Coast Cannabis Ltd. is a Ladysmith-based producer of medical marijuana.
Wildfires strand vacationing family in Ladysmith

Wildfires strand vacationing family in Ladysmith

A Cache Creek family is currently stranded in Ladysmith after wildfires forced…

Wildfires strand vacationing family in Ladysmith
Ladysmith brothers playing airsoft spurs ‘heavy’ RCMP response

Ladysmith brothers playing airsoft spurs ‘heavy’ RCMP response

A RCMP helicopter circled overhead and two road blocks were setup while…

Ladysmith brothers playing airsoft spurs ‘heavy’ RCMP response