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Victoria-born folk legend Ian Tyson, known for ‘Four Strong Winds’, dies

Tyson’s life was a whirlwind ride from B.C. private school to Alberta ranch living

Dec 29, 2022 1:35 PM Read more >

Cigarette butt likely cause of smoke in downtown Victoria, say firefighters

Firefighters douse smoking debris, avoid full-fledged fire

Dec 29, 2022 12:00 PM Read more >

U.S. Coast Guard rescues man, 2 dogs, from stricken sailboat off Vancouver Island

Sailor was left in a risky situation after his boat lost power and ran into some rocks Wednesday

Dec 29, 2022 10:40 AM Read more >

Sidney fire department broke ‘all’ records for calls in 2022. But why?

Other factors cited by fire chief include end of COVID-19 restrictions, higher density and climate change

Dec 29, 2022 10:30 AM Read more >

As trash, recycling pile up, CRD says check the webcam before heading to Hartland

Saanich landfill sees an uptick in business as weather wreaks havoc on pickup services

Dec 29, 2022 10:10 AM Read more >

Starting point of fire linked to Sidney arson case may never be found

Sidney Volunteer Fire Department Chief Brett Mikkelsen said it was fortunate building was unoccupied

Dec 29, 2022 9:30 AM Read more >

Fall leaf pickup rolls right into winter for Oak Bay residents

Leaf pickup started in mid October and continues into January

Dec 29, 2022 9:20 AM Read more >

Free rides on tap across Greater Victoria for New Year’s Eve

BC Transit offers free rides after 6 p.m.

Dec 29, 2022 8:30 AM Read more >

Sooke School Board’s priorities set for 2023

Education board chair Ravi Parmar looks back and ahead

Dec 29, 2022 8:22 AM Read more >

Victoria-Port Angeles ferry won’t operate for 3 weeks in January

The M.V. Coho ferry will be in dry dock longer than normal in 2023

Dec 29, 2022 8:00 AM Read more >