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Letter to families warns of positive COVID-19 case at Colwood school
The potential exposure happened on January 15th.
‘Guest’ rates stay at West Shore RCMP detachment, sends thank-you card
The inmate gave it a 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Man suffers “life-altering” injuries after aggravated assault in downtown Victoria
He was struck from behind after having water thrown on him.
Colwood coffee shop temporarily closes after employee tests positive for COVID-19
They’re closing out of an abundance of caution.
RCMP and rescuers search for missing Saanich Peninsula man (UPDATED)
Police are asking resident to watch for his vehicle.
ICBC’s request to drop car insurance rates in BC by 15% has been approved
Drivers will save roughly $400 a year.
VicPD investigating sexual assault of an Esquimalt teen after she exited a BC Transit...
The incident occurred on the #15 bus.
SD61 seeks public input on seismic upgrades that could include potential school closure
One of the four options includes potentially closing Craigflower Elementary.
Missing 8-year-old boy in Saanich has been located and is safe (UPDATED)
UPDATE: He’s been located and is safe!
22-year-old jogger seriously injured after being hit by vehicle in Nanaimo
The 43-year-old driver is cooperating with police.
Wanted man arrested after barricading himself in suite of a multi-unit facility in Victoria
The 800 block of Johnson Street was closed for about 5 hours.
Nanaimo man threatens Superstore employee when caught stealing a blender
Not a very "smooth" exit 😂
Violent winds kill power to thousands across Vancouver Island
Currently, over 19,000 are still without power on Southern Vancouver Island.
VicPD seized over one kilogram of meth and fentanyl near downtown Victoria
One person was arrested during the raid.
Oak Bay Police identify man in alleged teen-luring incidents using teddy bear
Police attended the area and were able to identify a 25-year-old man.
Sooke traffic stop leads to arrest and seizure of firearms and drugs
Two men and two women were taken into police custody.
Two Vancouver Island residents won massive lottery draws this weekend
Check those tickets!
Body of missing 16-year-old West Shore teen found in Goldstream Park
Police do not suspect foul play.
COVID-19 outbreak declared at Victoria long-term care home
All 17 residents living at the facility have been tested.
VicPD arrest man whose parole for manslaughter was revoked
An officer spotted him on Quadra Street.
West Shore RCMP searching for driver involved in Colwood hit-and-run
The incident occurred on January 5th.
Island Health declares COVID-19 outbreak at Duncan assisted-living facility
The infected worker has been self-isolating at home.
Downtown Victoria businesses victim to series of ‘sophisticated’ break-ins: VicPD
Thieves have been removing glass windows and defeating alarm systems
Nanaimo RCMP searching for owner of money woman found falling from sky
That’s one way to ‘make it rain’ 😂
Saanich daycare temporarily closes after four positive COVID-19 cases discovered
The facility has closed for the week out of an abundance of caution.
Saanich police release video of person of interest in series of fires lit over...
He was captured on video just before one of the fires.
Death of 59-year-old homeless man in Nanaimo no longer deemed suspicious
The investigation into his death will continue in conjunction with the BC Coroners Service.
BC Ferries cancels majority of Tuesday sailings due to adverse weather
A wind warning is currently in place for most of the island.
These were the most popular baby names in British Columbia in 2020
Olivia has taken the top spot once again!
Environment Canada issues wind warning for Greater Victoria on Tuesday
70 to 90 km/h winds are expected.
Here’s how much your Vancouver Island home is worth this year: BC Assessment
You can check your assessment online!
West Shore RCMP seek help in locating missing teenager last seen New Year’s Day
He is known to frequent parks and trails.
Mayfair Shopping Centre confirms two employees test positive for COVID-19
The two employees worked in different stores within the mall.
Victoria cabbie drives belligerent anti-masker straight to police station
The passenger was also touching the cab drivers face.
Vancouver Island’s first baby of 2021 was born in Nanaimo
Additionally, the province’s first baby arrived 21 minutes into the new year in Vancouver.
COVID-19 outbreak at Saanich Peninsula Hospital declared over
Sadly, the outbreak claimed four lives.
Here are the most popular books borrowed from the Greater Victoria Public Library in...
2020: The year of the bookworm. 🤓
Victoria man wanted on Canada-wide warrant draws massive police response in Courtenay
He was eventually arrested after barricading himself.
20 places to get your Christmas tree chipped in and around Victoria
Time to wrap up a unique holiday season 🎄
These are the top 10 most ridiculous reasons people called 911 in BC in...
#4: Asking for assistance to apply for CERB 🤦
3 more residents test positive in COVID-19 outbreak at Nanaimo care home
There are five confirmed cases in this outbreak.
Here’s why your tap water may taste or smell different in Greater Victoria
Don’t worry, it’s still safe to drink!
Second resident tests positive with COVID-19 at long-term care home in Nanaimo
An outbreak was declared at the facility on Sunday.
Death of 59-year-old homeless man in Nanaimo Saturday deemed suspicious
Police are investigating reports of a possible altercation the previous night.
First case of COVID-19 variant from the U.K. discovered on Vancouver Island
The individual recently returned to BC from the United Kingdom.
Victoria police ask for help in locating missing 20-year-old woman (UPDATED)
She was last seen on December 21st.
High winds expected to sweep through Victoria Christmas night
Wind gusts could reach up to 90 km/h!
16 stunning shots of Victoria’s first snowfall of the season (PHOTOS/VIDEOS)
The 'icing' on the cake that was 2020 ❄️
Heavy wet snow possible for parts of southern Vancouver Island Monday
Get those shovels ready! ❄️