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Batten down the hatches winter is coming

Batten down the hatches winter is coming

When the nights get colder and frost starts appearing in the mornings it’s time to take action
CAO reports to District of Barriere on well construction

CAO reports to District of Barriere on well construction

Status of well construction and paving projects reported to council
Trio of Oak Bay hauntings amid other Island tales in new book

Trio of Oak Bay hauntings amid other Island tales in new book

The Haunting of Vancouver Island launches Oct. 23 at Bolen Books
VIDEO: Teal Pumpkins promote inclusive Halloween

VIDEO: Teal Pumpkins promote inclusive Halloween

Sarah Johnston says the Teal Pumpkin Project offers children with severe allergies an opportunity to enjoy Halloween like other children
Sooke families support the ‘poorest of the poor’

Sooke families support the ‘poorest of the poor’

Sponsorship helps Filipino children escape poverty
‘The Tulip House’ goes for new record

‘The Tulip House’ goes for new record

Last year Bob Fleming planted 7800 tulip bulbs in his garden. This year he is increasing that number by a few hundred.
Flood control tips from Oak Bay fire

Flood control tips from Oak Bay fire

Capt. Rob Kivell is Oak Bay Fire Department’s fire prevention officer
It’s Poutine Week in Victoria

It’s Poutine Week in Victoria

Every poutine purchased between Oct. 16 and 22 at participating restaurants in Greater Victoria will provide a meal for a child in need
Reader photo: Urban forest walk a ‘treemendous’ time

Reader photo: Urban forest walk a ‘treemendous’ time

Send your reader photos or video to editor@oakbaynews.com
Annual fair brings all things Japanese to Esquimalt

Annual fair brings all things Japanese to Esquimalt

Victoria Nikkei society event offers traditional entertainment, food and more