Local News

Motorists delayed, attitudes not changed at Johnson St. bridge occupation

Climate action protest lasted more than two hours Tuesday night

Dec 4, 2018 1:10 PM Read more >

Some readers say no to proposed plastic straw ban in Victoria

Many hightlight issues with alternatives, requirements of people with disabilities

Dec 4, 2018 12:50 PM Read more >

Esquimalt looks into instating plastic bag ban

The township will now seek public consultation on how to bring the bylaw into effect

Dec 4, 2018 11:30 AM Read more >

Saanich group whips up a storm after new federal funds wash ashore

Eric Dahli of the Dead Boats Society questions Ottawa after it announces funds for boat clean up

Dec 4, 2018 11:30 AM Read more >

Body found at Victoria’s Cecilia Ravine Park

The sudden death was not suspicious, VicPD says

Dec 4, 2018 10:15 AM Read more >

Former chief administrative officer lodges human rights complaint against Nanaimo

City of Nanaimo, former mayor Bill McKay confirm complaint has been made

Dec 4, 2018 10:00 AM Read more >

BC Transit’s Santa bus is back in Victoria

For the 32nd year commuters can enjoy a Christmas-themed ride

Dec 4, 2018 9:30 AM Read more >

Seawater could eventually cover downtown Campbell River due to climate change-fueled floods

City planning for long-term flood mitigation as rising seas threaten buildings and infrastructure

Dec 4, 2018 9:00 AM Read more >

Off-road vehicles caught in sensitive B.C. wildlife habitats to net $575 fine

Areas include all BC Parks and southern mountain caribou habitats

Dec 4, 2018 8:45 AM Read more >

Extreme weather plan activated in Greater Victoria as temperatures fall below freezing

Sub-zero temperatures open more mats for homeless people to sleep indoors

Dec 4, 2018 7:56 AM Read more >