Mariah Burchell
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Comox Valley RCMP investigating fatal crash in Courtenay involving a logging truck
One man was found deceased and one woman was transported to hospital.
BC Transit offering free transportation for cyclists taking part in Go By Bike Week
From May 30th to June 5th! 🚴
Langford’s first ever craft beer festival is coming to Starlight Stadium this July
Cheers to beers, bands and good eats! 🍻
Three-in-four Canadians feel the worst of COVID-19 is behind us (POLL)
Almost half of Canadians are still anxious about the end of restrictions.
This Nanaimo ice cream truck serves wacky but amazing frozen treats
How'd you like your next soft serve with googly eyes and a marshmallow nose? 😋
9 places in and around Victoria to celebrate national wine day
Red, white or rosé? 🍷
Motorist drives vehicle into Cowichan River after being threatened by ‘aggressive and dangerous’ man
The suspect had a replica weapon.
$1 Summer Drink Days return to McDonald’s to quench your thirst this season
The perfect way to cool down ☀️
BC transit will add 11 electric buses to its fleet by summer 2023
With a goal to transition to an entirely electric fleet by 2040.
17 things to do in and around Victoria this May long weekend, May 20th...
Sunny celebrations ☀️
Two rescued, one unaccounted for after overturned boat found in waters near Vancouver Island
RCMP and Parks Canada are continuing their search for the missing man.
Victoria brings back summer event guide highlighting the city’s best things to do
And many are free to attend! ☀️
52-year-old Langford man arrested after neighbours report suspected drug activity
Fentanyl, methamphetamine, stolen tools, cash and brass knuckles were recovered in the search.
This Sooke property with seven waterfalls and oceanfront views could be yours for $30...
The ultimate Vancouver Island paradise 😍
Annual Symphony Splash event replaced with ten-day ‘Splash Around Town’ music festival
There will still be fireworks!
Sunny days ahead: Victoria forecast shows sun and high temperatures this May long weekend
With temperatures reaching 18 degrees on Monday!
Langford’s Starlight Stadium announces its first ever Canada Day celebration this July
With a pancake breakfast, hot wing eating contest, musical acts and more! 🇨🇦
The annual Orcas display will return to Victoria’s Inner Harbour this week
Created with 10,000 plants 🌱
West Shore RCMP arrest 39-year-old suspect accused of stealing over $10,000 in lumber
Stolen from various Colwood businesses and construction sites.
Tim Hortons teases social media with new collaboration with Justin Bieber
and the return of Timbiebs!
Creepy 3D walkthrough of Saanich home for sale goes viral on TikTok (VIDEO)
It’s listed for almost $800,000 😲
Woman goes on shopping spree with stolen credit card in Saanich
Police are hoping surveillance footage will help identify her.
BC invests $8 million in library improvements across the province
It’ll be spread across 71 libraries.
Eves of Destruction roller derby returns after two-year hiatus with double-header event
Happening next weekend!
VicPD arrest 8 youths over the weekend as violence and vandalism escalates
Offences include weapons possession, vandalism, underage open consumption and more.
Here’s how you can get your name on the list for this year’s Dîner...
You won't want to miss this!
Driver of electric bicycle suffers serious injuries in collision with vehicle in Courtenay
Speed and impairment are believed to be factors in the crash.
Metal strands in candy prompt recall on Skittles, Starburst and Life Savers Gummies
Check those treats before consuming!
Oak Bay police look to identify suspect involved in assault near Harling Point
The incident took place on May 10th.
Sample the best spirits, wine and more across Vancouver Island with this ‘passport’
Including the cideries and breweries!
Grand opening of Langford Station kicks off on May 20th with launch of summer...
Cold beer, food trucks and shopping 🍻
71-year-old woman assaulted and robbed leaving Nanaimo casino in targeted attack
3 or 4 men surrounded the victim.
A new two-level Canadian themed sports bar will open at Uptown this summer
Including a bowling alley, batting cages and a rooftop patio 🍺
7-Eleven’s popular ‘Bring Your Own Cup’ Slurpee event returns after 2 years
The possibilities are endless!
This provincial grant will help low income Victorians access local nutritious food
Through hands-on training and distribution to food charities and school meal programs.
Sooke’s newest library branch will finally celebrate its grand opening this June
After events were postponed due to ongoing librarian strikes.
Increase in spiked drinks at Nanaimo nightclubs prompts warning from RCMP
There were at least 6 incidents last weekend.
Province donates $2.8 million towards not-for-profit dental clinics across BC
To help more low income residents access dental care.
BC Transit launches new ‘Voice of the Rider’ platform where riders can share their...
It’ll help them in future decisions.
Nanaimo RCMP look to identify suspect who exposed himself to a woman while on...
They are also providing safety tips for those who use city trails and parks.
Rifflandia music festival announces Lorde and Charli XCX to headline its comeback
With Shaquille O’Neal as DJ Diesel!
This Mexican restaurant will be celebrating Cinco de Mayo with half price food and...
You had me at tacos 🌮
Ladysmith woman spins her way to $1-million Powerbucks win
“I started jumping up and down with my laptop screaming!”
Nanaimo liquor store employees attacked with bear spray during late night robbery
Suspects include one man and two women
New bike and nature park coming to Saanich after 1.85-acre property generously donated by...
He has lived on the property his entire life.
Here’s the story behind the goats on the roof of Coomb’s Old Country Market
It all started over a glass of wine 🍷🐐
Witnesses sought after assault in Duncan involving a group of youth and two men
They were not known to each other.
VicPD reveal almost $400,000 in overtime costs related to the “Freedom Convoy” protests
Over a 9-week period 😬