Curtis Blandy
Staff Writer/Reporter
Downtown Victoria library has windows smashed multiple times in one week
Causing their opening to be delayed.
BC’s new physician payment model means more Victorians could get a family doctor
It kicks in February 1st.
What’s Gogh-ing on?: Beyond Van Gogh opens in Surrey with no plan for Victoria
A timeline of blunders.
Saanichton brewery creates Vancouver Island’s first ‘gluten-removed’ beer
They have a pale ale, pilsner and an IPA. 🍻
Inspired by grief: Victoria-based Indigenous artist has work showcased on CBC
Exploring personal stories of loss.
Nanaimo singer-songwriter Lauren Spencer-Smith snags two Juno nominations
TikTok Fan Choice and Artist of the Year.
‘We need the tools’: Saanich teacher speaks about new anti-racism education
The Anti-Racism Action Plan was launched on January 23rd.
Nearly 2,300 lives claimed due to drug-poisoning in 2022: BC Coroners Service
Greater Victoria had 157 drug-related fatalities last year.
Social media goes ‘wild’ over three driftwood cougars along Dallas Road
They’ve since been relocated.
BC has officially decriminalized possession of illicit drugs; here’s what you need to know
Possessing a small amount of some substances is now legal.
A new Australian-themed rolling cafe will be coming to Victoria’s Clover Point Park
They’ll have vegan baked goods too!
Suspect sought after Nanaimo grocery store clerk robbed at knifepoint: RCMP
He escaped police on foot.
‘Out of an abundance of caution’: Oak Bay library temporarily closed for asbestos testing
The rest of the building will be unaffected.
Curt’s Cocktail Corner: On weekends we hail Caesar while we brunch
Whoops, my Alberta is showing.
‘Missing Middle Housing Initiative’ passed by Victoria city council will create more homes
It’s been in the works for 5 years.
Saanich massage therapist’s license revoked for secretly videotaping female patient
He was criminally convicted for voyeurism in 2021.
Vehicle of a missing 30-year-old Nanaimo woman found without plates
She was last seen January 11th.
Watch as the Port Alice pulp mill is demolished after 104 years (VIDEO)
It had a long, sordid history!
Suspect arrested after house fire on Richardson Street deemed arson: VicPD
They turned themselves in.
Victoria mural artist paints over smashed window covering for downtown retailer
When life gives you lemons, make lemonade! 🍋🎨🖌️
A cold spell will cast its shadow over Greater Victoria next week
No snow is expected through the cold snap.
VicPD recovers over $11,000 in stolen merchandise from thieves downtown
Eight suspects were arrested.
Saanich gas leak closes section of Quadra Street and prompts evacuation of nearby buildings...
Cloverdale Elementary School was also evacuated.
Here’s how the latest Bank of Canada interest hike will affect Victorians
We asked an economist to explain it simply.
Vast majority of Vancouver Islanders would like to see the end of single-use plastics
Don’t forget your reusable bags!
This BC Ferries vessel is up for auction and could be yours for only...
Party boat anyone?
Police seek help locating missing high-risk teenage girl last seen in downtown Victoria
She was reported missing on January 14th.
Three Vancouver Island restaurants make Yelp’s Top 100 Places to Eat
Have you checked them out?
Victoria housing prices rise despite prices dropping by nearly 12% across BC
It’s dropping everywhere else, of course. 😠
Dangerous wanted man arrested in Victoria’s Rock Bay area: VicPD
He was wanted on a Canada-wide warrant.
Maritime Museum receives $1 million donation from Victoria woman’s estate
This will help with their move to Steamship Terminal.
‘He was the cuddliest cat’: Family mourns loss of pet killed by cougar in...
There have been recent reports of three cougars in the area.
BC and United Way fund ‘period poverty’ pilot projects on southern Vancouver Island
Victoria and Duncan have received funding.
West Shore RCMP reveal details of Sunday’s serious collision on HWY 1 near Leigh...
One vehicle was going nearly 200 km/h.
Greater Victoria students protest alleged sexual abuse at the hands of teachers
They gathered in front of the SD61 board office on Monday.
Confirmed gas leak closes roads in Fernwood as crews respond
Several BC Transit bus routes are being impacted.
Police warn parents as ‘sextortion’ crimes target teenage boys in Victoria and Esquimalt
Some as young as 13 and 14-years-old.
Victoria could see a 9% property tax increase to combat inflation
The police budget has also increased by nearly 9%.
Victoria increases budget for grants to help community projects come to life
Fund your next project for the community!
‘Ancient Caves’ is the latest must-see feature film at the Royal BC Museum’s IMAX...
You'll see other-worldly places that seem like science-fiction!
New details reveal Saanich bank robbers intended to ‘kill or injure’ as many officers...
The brothers didn’t expect to survive.
Curt’s Cocktail Corner: This local libation is called the Harbour Air
Hope you like purple as much as Prince did!
36-year-old wanted man believed to be travelling to Victoria: VicPD
He’s wanted for criminal harassment and mischief.
‘You spoke and we listened’: CRD reverses decision to replace Thetis Lake sign
The initial post had over 1,000 outraged comments.
Blanshard Street delays ahead as crews work on underground infrastructure
Between Caledonia Avenue and Fort Street.
13th annual Lindsay Buziak Walk for Justice is set for February 2nd
Her father organizes it to encourage police action.
Owner says window smashed at downtown Victoria clothing store ‘part of a bigger problem’
“People don’t go smashing windows for nothing.”
RCMP seeking help in locating missing 37-year-old Nanaimo woman
Police had contact with her in late December.