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Sooke rallies around ‘heartbroken’ family following teen’s death

Words and funds pour in online after death of 'incredibly brilliant' 13-year-old boy

Aug 20, 2025 9:06 AM Read more >

Burnt-out taillight leads to seizure of drugs and weapons by West Shore RCMP

Police seized small amount of suspected oxycontin pills, drug trafficking paraphernalia, a firearm and brass knuckles

Aug 20, 2025 8:52 AM Read more >

More Peninsula families struggling to afford school snacks: Food bank

The Saanich Peninsula Lions Food Bank had its busiest month ever in August

Aug 20, 2025 5:45 AM Read more >

‘This just doesn't fit’: Saanich council rejects plan for Quadra highrise

Council unanimously opposed the application after a staff report cited numerous concerns about the project

Aug 19, 2025 6:00 PM Read more >

Donation saves day after cupboard runs bare at Sooke pet food bank

$1,000 contribution from unnamed donor will help keep pets at Paws at Home Sooke Pet Food Bank fed through October

Aug 19, 2025 5:00 PM Read more >

Elizabeth May announces plan to step down as Greens' leader come next election

May has been the leader of the party for over 15 years

Aug 19, 2025 3:53 PM Read more >

Victoria police investigate downtown bank robbery

VicPD says they are actively searching for a suspect

Aug 19, 2025 2:31 PM Read more >

From turf to trivia: Langford blows final whistle on FIFA World Cup dream

$1M-plus pricetag to swap out artificial turf for natural grass at Starlight Stadium has proved too costly

Aug 19, 2025 1:30 PM Read more >

Longtime UVic professor fired for sexual harassment

Robert Gifford worked at UVic for 45 years as a professor of psychology and environmental studies

Aug 19, 2025 1:00 PM Read more >

MRI simulator making Victoria hospital a less frightening place for kids

Device designed by Camosun College students helps prepare youngsters for real MRI scans

Aug 19, 2025 11:44 AM Read more >