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Police investigating drywall company after slew of complaints

Two companies, Mac Drywall and Cut-Rite Drywall, which have the same contact information, are being named as businesses to watch out for when hiring someone to help with home renovations. The phone number listed for the business is no longer in service.

Man suspected of harassment bolts

Criminal harassment charge possible after incident in Esquimalt Friday
Good Samaritans help homeless man find housing, reunite with sister after 25 years

Good Samaritans help homeless man find housing, reunite with sister after 25 years

The Saanich News first wrote about Derry last June when two women (who have asked to remain anonymous) took it upon themselves to uncover his identity and secure government funding for him. Derry is a soft-spoken, 64-year-old who lived on the street for at least 12 years, regularly travelling between Tim Hortons locations across Greater Victoria. His gentle nature and unwillingness to accept help from those he crossed paths with earned him a spot in the hearts of many.
B.C. gang strategy working, Bond says

B.C. gang strategy working, Bond says

B.C.'s two-year-old 'gangs and guns' strategy is working, and the province will continue to do its share to maintain it, Public Safety Minister Shirley Bond says.

City garbage overhaul considered

Victoria could change the way it handles residents' garbage

Woman alleges sex assault in Beacon Hill Park

Section of Beacon Hill Park closed off Sunday afternoon

CBC seeks businesses for reality series

Canadian television stars might soon roll into a town near you as producers of the CBC’s latest reality television show search for business owners to feature in a spin-off of the popular Dragons’ Den series.

Hospital board approves capital projects

Nineteen new projects across the Capital Regional Hospital District were green-lit last week and put on a 10-year financing term.
Multiple Grammy winner comes home in style

Multiple Grammy winner comes home in style

Victoria's David Foster unveils plans for star-studded benefit concert and fundraiser weekend

Doctor calls on coroners service to investigate newborn death

An outspoken anesthetist says a lack of staffing could have contributed to the death of a newborn at Victoria General Hospital on Aug. 9.