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West Shore RCMP ask residents to avoid Thetis Lake Park Friday afternoon
They're searching for a 27-year-old man.
216 badly neglected beef cattle rescued from Vancouver Island property
"The conditions the cattle were living in were among the worst I’ve ever seen."
Vancouver Island woman wins $75,000 from BC/49 ticket
“I found out I won and couldn’t believe it."
West Shore RCMP looking for person who threw hot coffee at Tim Hortons employee...
He refused to wear a mask and was being belligerent.
32-year-old missing Nanaimo man found dead
Foul play is not suspected.
Pay parking to be reinstated at BC hospitals in March
Including on Vancouver Island.
BC health officials reported 2,150 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday, January 20th
There were 15 new deaths from COVID-related causes since yesterday.
Family and friends concerned for well-being of missing 30-year-old Nanaimo man (UPDATED)
Update: Sadly he has been found deceased.
City of Victoria confirms there will be Canada Day fireworks downtown this summer
This year's festivities will reflect the Lekwungen territory.
Victoria residents asked to reduce recycling while facility out of commission
Cubside blue-box recycling pickup will continue.
BC health officials reported 2,387 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, January 19th
275 cases were reported in the Island Health region.
Save-On-Foods limiting capacity at all BC grocery store locations to 50%
To help curb the spread of COVID-19.
Warrant issued for man who broke into Nanaimo home and punched resident in the...
The victim found the suspect in his house.
Five protestors arrested after blocking Douglas Street intersection Wednesday morning
More blockades are planned throughout the month.
Six Vancouver Island Island residents arrested by BC’s anti-gang unit (PHOTOS)
Two of the arrested reside in the Greater Victoria area.
These BC COVID-19 restrictions will remain in place until at least February 16th
Gyms and fitness centres can reopen this week.
Nanaimo woman left shaken after coming face-to-face with break and enter suspect
She was unable to call police for several hours afterwards.
Ogden Point will be used by Island Health as a COVID-19 rapid test pickup...
The location opened this morning!
VicPD seek help locating missing man last seen in August 2021 (UPDATED)
Update: He has been located and is safe.
BC is extending current COVID-19 restrictions indefinitely
This means gyms, bars and nightclubs will remain closed.
Six people arrested after reports of shots fired in Nanaimo
The incident occurred just after 6:30 a.m. this morning.
Camosun College designs foam tray to help safely transport syringes of COVID-19 vaccines
The BC Centre for Disease Control will distribute them to various health authorities.
Health Canada approves Pfizer’s COVID-19 antiviral pills
It must be taken within five days of the start of symptoms.
Massive search for missing 32-year-old Nanaimo man continues
His vehicle was located in the parking lot next to the Nanaimo River bridge yesterday.
Tsunami advisory issued for Vancouver Island Saturday morning (UPDATED)
The tsunami was triggered by an undersea volcanic eruption
Butchart Gardens will close for two weeks to allow staff ‘time to rest and...
Those with annual passes will get a 14-day extension.
West Shore RCMP seek help locating missing homeless man last seen in late December
He was last seen at the intersection of Helmcken Road and the Trans-Canada Hwy.
Traffic stop in Port Alberni leads to seizure of high quantity of drugs
A loaded firearm was also found next to the driver seat.
West Shore RCMP release photo of suspect vehicle involved in industrial break and enter
The vehicle had a snowplow attached to the front of it.
60-year-old man struck by vehicle in Saanich hit-and-run
Police are urging the driver to turn themselves in
Four men arrested as they fled in car from home invasion in Nanaimo
Only one of them was charged.
41-year-old man arrested after peering into Saanich home while committing indecent act
He also attempted to break into the home.
Some parts of Greater Victoria could see upwards of 75mm of rain by Thursday
Rain is expected to begin Tuesday afternoon
VicPD seek help locating high-risk missing 54-year-old man
He was last seen at 2 a.m. this morning heading towards the ocean.
Old-growth protesters plan to block Vancouver Island highways all week
They started by blocking Douglas and Burnside Road this morning.
Victoria’s Boston Pizza closes its door permanently after 35 years
The owner cited COVID-19, staff shortages and cost of living as reasons
VicPD look to identify woman in armed robbery with firearm
She pointed a gun towards the staff.
Man accused of multiple sexual assaults at downtown Victoria bar has been charged
His next court appearance is on February 24th.
Nanaimo man attempted to steal gun from RCMP officer’s holster during arrest
He also threatened to shoot the officer.
Police look to identify witness in sudden death of young woman in Victoria
The incident occurred on November 17th, 2021.
VicPD redeploys officers to patrol in anticipation of staffing shortages due to Omicron
50 officers are currently off work due to injury, training or administrative purposes
Here are BC’s most ridiculous 911 calls of 2021
#10: Reporting a messy roommate
Canada Post suspends service on Vancouver Island due to snowstorm
"The safety of our employees is our number one priority."
Island Health confirms their regional COVID-19 dashboard has been discontinued
Active cases on Vancouver Island have multiplied by nearly four times since their last update.
BC Transit cancels service Thursday morning due to road conditions after snowfall
Freezing rain is expected next.
Downtown Victoria vandalism suspect turns himself in after being recognized on video
Several people recognized the suspect from video released by VicPD.
Video footage captures 95-year-old abandoned mansion in Sooke (VIDEO)
It is currently for sale for almost $10 million 👻
Central Saanich Police are seeking help in locating missing 16-year-old teen girl (UPDATED)
Update: She has been located and is safe.
18-year-old man killed in Sooke Road crash identified as Peninsula Panthers player
He was on his way to practice.
Here’s how much your Vancouver Island home is worth this year: BC Assessment
You can check your assessment online!