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Late-night traffic collision on Cook Street prompts call for witnesses

Late-night traffic collision on Cook Street prompts call for witnesses

A motorcyclist is in hospital with serious, non-life threatening injuries
B.C. Parks Foundation purchases 200 acres for preservation in the South Island

B.C. Parks Foundation purchases 200 acres for preservation in the South Island

The organization plans to protect land from future development
3 Saanich cougar sightings in 2 days prompt wildlife reminder

3 Saanich cougar sightings in 2 days prompt wildlife reminder

Saanich police, University of Victoria remind residents fall can be cougar season
Community groups honour Queen Elizabeth II with rose planting in Oak Bay park

Community groups honour Queen Elizabeth II with rose planting in Oak Bay park

Event includes planting of 2 symbolic bushes, a Queen Elizabeth rose and a Peace rose
Former BC United hopeful in Sooke all in for NDP candidate

Former BC United hopeful in Sooke all in for NDP candidate

The former BC United candidate is offering unbridled support for his former rival in the Juan de Fuca Malahat riding.
Saanich seeks public’s input for pickleball and tennis planning

Saanich seeks public’s input for pickleball and tennis planning

Parents demand safety for kids at 'terrifying' Central Saanich intersection

Parents demand safety for kids at 'terrifying' Central Saanich intersection

At Mount Newton Cross Road, Central Saanich Road, families want a safe crossing, street lighting and a reduction in the speed limit
Victoria council needs more information before considering minimum unit size

Victoria council needs more information before considering minimum unit size

Councillor says minimum size creates better livability, others argue it will deter housing
South Island youth mental health declining: survey

South Island youth mental health declining: survey

The 2023 B.C. Adolescent Health Survey showed youth are experiencing increased mental health issues
Island MLA candidates face election sign vandalism

Island MLA candidates face election sign vandalism

Elections BC says election sign removal and vandalism "isn't uncommon" in the run-up to an election