Curtis Blandy
Staff Writer/Reporter
RCMP seek help locating missing 60-year-old man last seen camping near Sooke River
He was last seen on August 15th.
‘Super success’: Boomtown throws block party to bring Harris Green community together
Skateboarding, dog costumes and delicious food!
Everything to know about BC Transit’s new electronic payment system in Victoria
No more losing your transfer slip!
CRD acquires additional 10 hectare parcel for East Sooke Regional Park
It’s the third largest park in the CRD.
Here’s how Vancouver Islanders can help those displaced by BC wildfires
Over 200 structures destroyed and 30,000 evacuated.
Police seek help locating missing 36-year-old Nanaimo woman who fled from hospital (UPDATED)
She left before being discharged.
Victoria wants to know residents’ opinions on six upcoming major road upgrades
Work will begin on these corridors in 2024.
BC Ferries still has no concrete timeline on the Coastal Renaissance’s maintenance
Customers should book in advance for the long weekend.
‘Incredibly frustrating’: Premier Eby calls out Meta for censoring emergency information
And Trudeau called them out for prioritizing profits.
Highway 19 sinkhole repairs cause closure between Woss and Port McNeill
A detour and delays can be expected.
BC issues air quality advisory due to smoky conditions looming over Vancouver Island
Some may notice the smoke more than others.
State of Emergency: Here’s everything you need to know about BC’s wildfire situation
There are over 380 wildfires causing mass evacuations.
Saanich neighbourhood bands together to expand beloved floral road mural
Studies show that road murals reduce collisions.
BC Ferries vessel servicing Nanaimo and Tsawwassen out of commission indefinitely
It was one of three vessels that serviced the route.
10 splash parks around Victoria to beat the heat with your kids this weekend
They are a fun and safe way to enjoy the sun!
Man convicted of second-degree murder sought by VicPD on Canada-wide warrant
After breaching parole conditions.
Smoky conditions expected to hover over Vancouver Island this weekend
From fires across the province and US.
Quadra Island wildfire deemed ‘out of control’ amid provincial warning of worsening conditions
There are currently 383 active wildfires in BC.
Thirsty anyone?: Here’s how you can vote for BC’s best brewery experience
Do you think a Vancouver Island brewery can win?
Pacific Ocean temperatures reach all-time high off coast of Vancouver Island: UVic
Climate change is likely to blame.
Sea-Doo explodes into flames with two riders on board in Sidney (VIDEO)
One man suffered minor first degree burns.
BC warns the Vancouver Island wildfire situation could worsen in the coming days
Due to an increase in dry lightning and strong winds.
UVic receives over $500K in funding to help mitigate future impacts of climate change
To study oceans, rainfall and drought.
Victoria Airport Authority hires developer to begin working on 129-room hotel
On the corner of Highway 17 and Beacon Avenue West.
Victoria developer creates website to connect music lovers to bands that are playing in...
You can make a custom Rifflandia playlist on it!
Police search for missing 45-year-old Nanaimo woman who discharged early from hospital
She’s been missing since Friday, August 11th.
Port Hardy Hospital abruptly shuts down emergency department due to nursing shortages
Effective immediately.
Ogden Point welcomes its 10 millionth cruise ship passenger (PHOTOS)
They came in on the Queen Elizabeth this morning.
‘That’s bike life’: Film on how cycling can change the world screening at Vic...
A bike locker will be available during the event!
Wildfires that closed Malahat now extinguished but being investigated as suspicious
Three small fires were put out in about 2.5 hours.
Victoria rent stays steady at over $2,000 per month while other cities’ prices soar
And that’s just for a one bedroom!
RCMP resume enforcement against old-growth logging activists near Fairy Creek
Three arrests have already been made.
New elementary school in Colwood gifted its name from local First Nation
It will be called SĆIȺNEW̱ SṮEȽIṮḴEȽ which translates to “salmon children”.
Highway 4 will be closed for two full days near site of Cameron Bluffs...
So crews can remove hazardous boulders from the slope.
Hawaiian burger joint takes over former Very Good Butchers location in downtown Victoria
And they’ll have poke as well!
Victoria activates misting stations as part of extreme heat plan while temperatures soar
As well as cooling centres.
New Nanaimo-based ferry service cancels inaugural sailing due to power outage
Wind warnings may affect all Monday sailings.
Gas main struck at former Gorge Point Pub closes Tillicum Bridge to traffic (UPDATED)
As construction crews begin on the new building.
CRD approves $50M loan to upgrade Galloping Goose and Lochside bike trails
It will cost $28 per household.
Paddles up: Victoria Dragon Boat Festival returns to the Inner Harbour this weekend
With live music and food trucks at Ship Point.
Maria’s Deli in Saanich announces closure after nearly half a century business
They were a cornerstone of the community!
Ground breaks on Rutledge Park construction for new playground and splash pad
Don’t worry, they’re keeping Rutley! 🐘
Upstairs Cabaret cancels all shows and abruptly closes doors for construction
They hope to reopen in the fall.
Five Strathcona Park wildfires remain out of control with a ‘monitor only’ status
Four could merge into one large fire.
Victoria becomes one of Canada’s first cities to purchase an electric fire engine
It cost around $1,700,000.
Highway 4 shuts down again while rains increase risk of falling debris
The next update will be provided at 5 p.m.
Alleged ‘pretendian’ band slated to play upcoming Phillips Backyard festival called out publicly
Some say Crown Lands’ vocalist is lying about being Indigenous.