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Forest fire season winding down in B.C.

Forest fire season winding down in B.C.

Campfires are allowed in most areas as the Labour Day weekend approaches, most evacuation alerts lifted

Fire destroys vehicle and carport

The Victoria Fire Department is investigating the cause of a vehicle fire that caused approximately $70,000 damage early Monday morning.

Island Health hopes to reduce wait times for surgery

Island Health has found a preferred service provider to deliver publicly-funded day surgery on a contract basis.

CFB Esquimalt officer faces child porn charge

A 52-year-old petty officer with CFB Esquimalt has been charged with possession of child pornography and assault.
15 Questions: With Lisa Helps, Victoria mayor

15 Questions: With Lisa Helps, Victoria mayor

15 Questions with local personalities will be featured in the Victoria News every week

Humpback whales coming back

Humpback whales are making a comeback in the waters of the Strait of Georgia.
Latest scam riles up seniors and police

Latest scam riles up seniors and police

VicPD detectives with the fraud unit are reaching out to a number of senior care facilities after flood of new CRA scams.

Diver found at Race Rocks identified as tourist from England

A man found dead off a buoy at Race Rocks last week has been identified as Man (Timonthy Chu), according to the B.C. Coroners Service.

Drought causing stress on local trees

With this summer being one of the driest on record in recent memory, the lack of rainfall could have long-term effects on the city’s trees.
Technology key to reaching new donors: Canadian Blood Services

Technology key to reaching new donors: Canadian Blood Services

More people are booking appointments to donate blood online or through mobile apps than ever, says the Canadian Blood Services (CBS).