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

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

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

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

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
Fall leaf pickup rolls right into winter for Oak Bay residents

Fall leaf pickup rolls right into winter for Oak Bay residents

Leaf pickup started in mid October and continues into January
Free rides on tap across Greater Victoria for New Year’s Eve

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

BC Transit offers free rides after 6 p.m.
Sooke School Board’s priorities set for 2023

Sooke School Board’s priorities set for 2023

Education board chair Ravi Parmar looks back and ahead
Victoria-Port Angeles ferry won’t operate for 3 weeks in January

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
North Saanich driver ticketed for Christmas Day speeding in Oak Bay

North Saanich driver ticketed for Christmas Day speeding in Oak Bay

Driver also caught in opposite lane
Vehicle fire in North Saanich near Sidney on Highway 17 temporarily closes McTavish Road exit

Vehicle fire in North Saanich near Sidney on Highway 17 temporarily closes McTavish Road exit

North Saanich Fire Department responded to the scene just before 6:30 p.m.