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PHOTOS: Hundreds welcome 2025 with Willows Beach plunge in Oak Bay

Swimmers from across Greater Victoria leapt into icy water on Jan .1 to start the year anew

Jan 1, 2025 7:18 PM Read more >

Greater Victoria restaurant scene looks to pivot to profit in 2025

Experts think high-volume, unique restaurants that keep costs low more likely to survive

Jan 1, 2025 5:00 PM Read more >

B.C.’s southern resident orcas welcome new calf but mourn loss of another

After confirming a new calf in J pod on Dec. 30, researchers reported that another calf has died

Jan 1, 2025 2:48 PM Read more >

Meet Zion: Vancouver Island’s first baby of 2025

The 8.3-pound boy arrived just after midnight at the Victoria General Hospital

Jan 1, 2025 12:44 PM Read more >

Saanich team rallies behind youngster stickhandling past cancer diagnosis

Two tree-chipping fundraisers in Saanich on Jan. 4 will raise money for the Island Kids Cancer Association

Jan 1, 2025 5:45 AM Read more >

Island Highway residential blaze in View Royal claims family dog

Crews respond to blaze at home on Island Highway near Helmcken

Dec 31, 2024 1:46 PM Read more >

Dozens set to take the plunge at Willows Beach on New Year's Day

The polar bear swim will take place at noon

Dec 31, 2024 1:15 PM Read more >

Police search for man who allegedly attacked driver after View Royal crash

Police are seeking witnesses or dashcam footage from anyone in the area at the time of the incident

Dec 31, 2024 11:47 AM Read more >

Victoria-born artist and activist Joe Average dies at 67

He was an advocate for people living with HIV, terminal illnesses, marriage equality, LGBTQ+ rights

Dec 31, 2024 9:31 AM Read more >

North Saanich pickleball saga faces February court date

B.C. Supreme Court will review the Wain Park courts closure on Feb. 10

Dec 31, 2024 5:45 AM Read more >