Local News

Ocean swim challenge in support of Crystal Pool ‘rejected’ by Victoria councillors

Ultra-marathon swimmer still plans on swimming in ocean on Sunday

Nov 30, 2019 3:15 PM Read more >

Mother charged with abducting child from Canada to face trial in UK this week

Saanich officer says Jersey crown counsel doesn’t support extraditing Lauren Etchells back to Canada

Nov 30, 2019 3:00 PM Read more >

Dangers remain the same for marked, unmarked crosswalks

‘Imaginary lines drawn across the street, from one edge of the sidewalk to the other’

Nov 30, 2019 6:30 AM Read more >

Victoria property company plans to replace Tillicum bingo hall with residential housing

The six-storey building proposal includes 242 rental apartments

Nov 30, 2019 6:00 AM Read more >

Philanthropist urges leaders to build senior long-term, hospice care in West Shore

‘We’re sending loved ones away from our community,’ says Dave Saunders

Nov 29, 2019 5:50 PM Read more >

Pending repairs to Sidney wharf could impact tourism, local business

Town says repairs could extend life of Beacon Wharf by three to six years

Nov 29, 2019 5:00 PM Read more >

Kings Park owl found dead, neighbours request an autopsy

The incident has increased residents’ desire to protect the greenspace

Nov 29, 2019 4:10 PM Read more >

Hartland Landfill expansion plans inspire concern from neighbours

CRD accepting public input on Solid Waste Management Plan

Nov 29, 2019 4:00 PM Read more >

Greater Victoria warned of ‘quick change’ con artist hitting stores

Man gives a $50 then confuses teller with multiple requests for change

Nov 29, 2019 3:30 PM Read more >

Christmas tree farmer says no shortage of local trees for families seeking the perfect one

Owner says she had to cut out whole sale customers after brother, business partner’s unexpected death

Nov 29, 2019 3:30 PM Read more >