Local News

Plaskett telescope turns 100; recognized as national historic site

The Dominion Astrophysical Observatory in Saanich has made astronomical discoveries since 1918

May 4, 2018 6:00 AM Read more >

Another hat in North Saanich mayoral ring

Geoff Orr running for the top chair after one term on council

May 4, 2018 6:00 AM Read more >

Sparks continue as CRD seeks more info on single regional fire dispatch - again

The Planning and Protective Services Committee meets again May 9

May 3, 2018 6:30 PM Read more >

Victoria loses bid to host 2020 North American Indigenous Games

Songhees Nation Chief Ron Sam says there is disappointment, but honoured to have been considered

May 3, 2018 4:00 PM Read more >

Way2Go! campaign launched to encourage kids to walk, bike to school

Less than 25 per cent of Canadian students use active transportation to commute

May 3, 2018 1:30 PM Read more >

VIDEO: Federal officials warn public to stop harassing elephant seal on Gonzales Beach

Anyone caught harassing a marine mammal can face fines or criminal charges

May 3, 2018 1:30 PM Read more >

Tax time on the Saanich Peninsula

Check out some hints about your tax bill in 2018

May 3, 2018 12:45 PM Read more >

UPDATE: Utility pole down closes busy Victoria/Saanich intersection, thousands without power

Garbage truck said to have clipped pole on way by, leads to downed wires, outages

May 3, 2018 12:30 PM Read more >

Victoria teen suffers ‘life-altering injuries’ after suspects steal longboard, attack him

Police are looking for two teen suspects, as well as a man who offered to help the victim

May 3, 2018 8:15 AM Read more >

Ex-journalist and civil servant’s debut novel exposes daily comedy of political life

Sidney and Peninsula Literary Festival fundraiser on May 11

May 3, 2018 6:00 AM Read more >