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Despite quick police response, suspect eludes capture in Saanich bank robbery attempt

Man showed a note demanding money to teller in Shelbourne Street bank

Feb 11, 2022 12:20 PM Read more >

UPDATE: Disparaging comments against staff led to suspension of Greater Victoria school trustees

Complaints against Diane McNally, Rob Paynter substantiated by third-party investigation

Feb 11, 2022 11:00 AM Read more >

Victoria Cannabis Buyers Club, its founder facing total of $6.5 million in fines

Penalties related to Community Safety Unit enforcement in 2019, 2020

Feb 11, 2022 9:30 AM Read more >

New hi-tech public library branch set to open in Sooke

The library will contain unique features such as a 3D printer and laptop bar

Feb 11, 2022 5:15 AM Read more >

Report recommends dogs run off-leash in Sidney’s Resthaven Park

Plans for off-leash dog park move forward in budget discussions

Feb 11, 2022 5:15 AM Read more >

Mother of teen killed at Saanich intersection consoles cyclist hit at same spot

Experienced cyclist struck Monday at Cedar Hill Cross Road and Merriman Drive

Feb 10, 2022 6:20 PM Read more >

New Victoria recovery housing for young opioid users aims to reduce overdoses

Addiction recovery sessions, counselling available for residents, who will stay up to four months

Feb 10, 2022 5:45 PM Read more >

Crown calls application to stay charges in Fairy Creek old-growth case flawed

Lawyer says group’s petition lacks ‘factual foundation,’ is not the way justice is done

Feb 10, 2022 5:30 PM Read more >

Rallying moms; some dads, in Victoria to call for more action to reduce B.C. opioid deaths

Moms Stop the Harm leaders considering trip to Ottawa for discussion with PM on issue

Feb 10, 2022 5:00 PM Read more >

Police seek man who reportedly headbutted Bay Centre store employee in Victoria

Suspect attacked one employee after brief conversation, used head to assault second staffer

Feb 10, 2022 4:40 PM Read more >