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RCMP seek suspect in Vancouver Island-wide crime spree

Crimes stretched from Deep Bay to Qualicum, Ladysmith, Chemainus and Youbou

Jun 18, 2021 5:30 PM Read more >

Saanich councillor wants to remove barriers to housing for pet owners

Motion calling for province to amend lease stipulations against pet ownership defeated in 5-4 vote

Jun 18, 2021 4:30 PM Read more >

Concepts for Colwood beach connector coming to council July 12

Major infrastructure project includes gathering places, public amenities and pathways

Jun 18, 2021 4:15 PM Read more >

WATCH: Sandhill cranes an unusual, joyful sight in Saanich parkland

The birds don’t often touch down in the south of the Island

Jun 18, 2021 4:00 PM Read more >

Now 90% complete, Vancouver Island trail forges new funding parnership

Victoria Foundation takes on Vancouver Island Trail Association; fund valued at $40,000

Jun 18, 2021 3:30 PM Read more >

Island records zero new COVID-19 cases for the first time since October

For the first time since October, the province is reporting zero new cases of COVID-19 on Vancouver Island.

Jun 18, 2021 3:21 PM Read more >

Sooke pushes ahead with new business licence bylaw

Proposal calls for all forms of business to require licensing, but bylaw can stil be tweaked

Jun 18, 2021 2:50 PM Read more >

North Saanich considers revisions to OCP process as Mayor Geoff Orr counters criticism

Public heard a diverse range of view from councillors about process, substance of OCP review

Jun 18, 2021 1:45 PM Read more >

Dire shortage of three-bedroom apartments, says View Royal mayor

New development to feature wide range of rental units, amenities for tenants

Jun 18, 2021 1:45 PM Read more >

UPDATE: Search suspended for angler missing between Port Angeles and Victoria

The 75-year-old man was reported missing Thursday evening

Jun 18, 2021 1:30 PM Read more >