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Saanich Police investigating incident at Uptown Walmart that left security guard with ‘serious’ knife wound

Saanich Police investigating incident at Uptown Walmart that left security guard with ‘serious’ knife wound

Police are still investigating this incident and will provide further updates when available
‘Kelsey the Kestrel’ replaces stolen ‘Eddie the Eagle’ driftwood sculpture in Colwood

‘Kelsey the Kestrel’ replaces stolen ‘Eddie the Eagle’ driftwood sculpture in Colwood

City of Colwood asking public to keep a lookout for ‘Eddie’
A look back at the West Shore’s top stories of 2019

A look back at the West Shore’s top stories of 2019

Escaped inmates, new amenities and commuter delays all drew the attention of our readers
‘Eddie the Eagle’ sculpture stolen in Colwood

‘Eddie the Eagle’ sculpture stolen in Colwood

Artist who made the driftwood sculpture says the theft has left him ‘numb’
UPDATED: BC Ferries’ sailings to Tsawwassen filling up on last Sunday of the year

UPDATED: BC Ferries’ sailings to Tsawwassen filling up on last Sunday of the year

12 p.m. and 1 p.m. completely full, 2 p.m. at 70 per cent
Saanich Peninsula Chamber of Commerce praises ‘collaborative spirit’ of 2019

Saanich Peninsula Chamber of Commerce praises ‘collaborative spirit’ of 2019

On-going issues include availability of qualified staff and transit
Month-long traffic closure on Freeman Avenue for water main installation

Month-long traffic closure on Freeman Avenue for water main installation

Work expected to wrap up by Jan. 31, 2020
Bus stop added in front of The Butchart Gardens

Bus stop added in front of The Butchart Gardens

Public can now use bus stop outside of popular Peninsula tourist attraction
Cyclists can’t get a DUI, but can be charged or fined for other offenses

Cyclists can’t get a DUI, but can be charged or fined for other offenses

Considering the risks, ‘riding while impaired doesn’t make any sense,’ say Saanich police
The top Saanich Peninsula stories of 2019

The top Saanich Peninsula stories of 2019

These stories caught readers’ attention online at peninsulanewsreview.com