Flavio Nienow

Bartlett Tree Experts removes a chestnut tree that was poisoned on Beach Drive in Oak Bay. (Flavio Nienow/News staff)

Large poisoned tree in Oak Bay coming down today

The tree removal is expected to take all day

Bartlett Tree Experts removes a chestnut tree that was poisoned on Beach Drive in Oak Bay. (Flavio Nienow/News staff)
Oak Bay police ‘patient’ but ready to make arrests if campers don’t leave

Oak Bay police ‘patient’ but ready to make arrests if campers don’t leave

Vehicle access restricted to waterfront segment of Uplands Park

Oak Bay police ‘patient’ but ready to make arrests if campers don’t leave
Following a major seismic event, it could take firefighters, such as John MacKenzie and other members of Nanaimo’s emergency services, several days to reach areas of the city that will need their help. The best way to get through that period is through knowledge and preparation and the City of Nanaimo and the province have literature available to help residents prepare for and survive major disasters. CHRIS BUSH/The News Bulletin

People across Vancouver Island preparing to shake things up in earthquake drill

The B.C.-wide, one-and-a-half-minute drill will be held Thursday

Following a major seismic event, it could take firefighters, such as John MacKenzie and other members of Nanaimo’s emergency services, several days to reach areas of the city that will need their help. The best way to get through that period is through knowledge and preparation and the City of Nanaimo and the province have literature available to help residents prepare for and survive major disasters. CHRIS BUSH/The News Bulletin