Ryan Hook
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5 houses in Greater Victoria with harrowing histories
This story contains graphic details that may not be suitable for everyone.
Saanich residents rescue duck with plastic lid stuck around beak (VIDEO)
The incident points to a bigger litter problem in the area.
Positive COVID-19 case confirmed at Gorge Fairway Market
The potential exposure dates occurred on February 17th and 18th.
BC reports 395 new COVID-19 cases and ten new deaths on February 25th
BC's seven day daily average has increased over the past two weeks.
50-year-old man stabbed after COVID-19 related altercation at Nanaimo mall
The victim’s daughter asked the suspect to maintain physical distance.
Two impaired women fined and arrested for refusing to wear masks aboard BC Ferries
The pair had masks on them but simply refused to wear them.
10 clips of Tuesday’s crazy flash hail storm in and around Victoria (VIDEOS)
What the hail happened!
BC reports 456 new COVID-19 cases and two new deaths on February 24th
Active cases have decreased by a small margin.
Summer camping reservations set to open for BC residents next month
Campsites can only be booked two months in advance.
4 spots you can watch the HMCS Calgary’s sail past this Friday
Before it departs to Asia! 🚢
Laketown Ranch announces summer camping for its 2021 season
The popular site for music festivals has opened itself up for camping this season.
BC reports 559 new COVID-19 cases and one new death on February 23rd
An updated vaccine rollout will be updated Monday.
Human remains found near construction site in Saanich deemed ancestral
The area is known to be active with First Nations remains.
Province announces wholesale liquor prices here to stay for BC bars and restaurants
To help alleviate financial pressures from the pandemic.
This is what the three new options for the Clover Point loop look like...
The options will be brought forward on Thursday.
BC reports 1,428 new COVID-19 cases and eight new deaths over three day period
This is the lowest amount of deaths recorded on a weekend in months.
Warrants issued for Nanaimo man involved in threats and mischief
The suspect is considered violent.
California-based vegan cinnamon bun chain to open in downtown Victoria
The one time sticky fingers are a good thing 🤤
Watch as Esquimalt woman with weeks to live weds in emotional ceremony (VIDEO)
I’m not crying, you’re crying.
CRD to discuss increasing parking fees at Vancouver Island regional parks this Wednesday
Adding paid parking to places such as Elk/Beaver Lake is also on the table.
VicPD arrests woman after stabbing in multi-housing facility
The victim was also sprayed with bear mace.
CRD issues wastewater discharge notice for Oak Bay and Saanich areas after heavy rainfall
People and pets should avoid entering the water.
Wounded Warrior marathon run postponed until April due to COVID-19
The popular marathon happens every February 21st.
VicPD warns city against cybercrimes after fraudster steals $5,400 in four days
One scammer told a victim he needed money for a funeral.
BC reports 508 new COVID-19 cases and six new deaths on February 19th
Today was the largest ever number of doses in one day.
Victoria Cannabis Buyers Club threatened with eviction
The club said they may have no choice but to involve Dr. Bonnie Henry
Federal government extends COVID-19 benefits for Canadians
CRB, CRCB, EI, and sickness benefit have all been extended.
VicPD disarms man wielding shovel at Victoria Bylaw officers in Ravine Park
The man confronted officers with the shovel.
BC reports 617 new COVID-19 cases and four new deaths on February 18th
There was an increase of 198 active cases today.
Downtown Victoria eatery subject of sexual assault allegations removes signage
However, job postings have been recently listed online.
Province officially opens mobile government offices in Langford
Over 20% of Victoria’s government employees currently live in the Westshore area.
Canada received over 400,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccines this week
It’s the largest shipment the country has received to date.
Langford arena being converted to a major COVID-19 immunization centre
The facility will operate 7 days a week until August
Esquimalt couple tie the knot in emotional ceremony after woman given weeks to live
She is currently battling terminal cancer.
VicPD rescue 80-year-old man trapped in tent during last weekend’s heavy snowfall
He had been living in the tent for the past year.
BC reports 427 new COVID-19 cases and three new deaths on February 17th
To date, 176,015 people in BC have received a COVID-19 vaccine.
Province announces 75 new affordable rental homes being constructed in Sooke
Along with 33 supportive homes.
BC extends provincial state of emergency until March 2nd
The new deadline is just shy of a year since the first state of emergency was declared.
Only 10% of BC’s population will be vaccinated for COVID-19 by April: Adrian Dix
If the vaccines are delivered on schedule.
Dramatic high-speed crash in Langford captured on home security camera (VIDEO)
A single-father of two lost his car in the crash
BC reports 1,533 new COVID-19 cases over four day period and 26 new deaths
Vancouver Island has surpassed 2,000 cases since the pandemic began.
38 acres of greenspace near Jordie Lunn Bike Park donated to Langford
The new park could feature a rock-climbing area!
Police seek witnesses in Nanaimo assault and robbery
When the victim awoke, his wallet and phone were gone.
Victoria man jumps into ice cold Inner Harbour to rescue iPhone caught on camera...
Would you go for it?!
Here’s how to get free flippin’ pancakes at Denny’s today
In celebration of International Pancake Day!
🥞
Nanaimo RCMP officer injured after cruiser crashes and flips onto roof
The officer was able to climb out from under the flipped car.
West Shore RCMP ask public for help finding missing woman (UPDATED)
UPDATE: She has been located and is safe.
BC Transit employees get creative with physically distant wedding in Victoria
That's one bus they're not going to want to miss! 😍
Canada named one of the top destinations for international students in the world
USA, Australia and the UK also join the top 5.
Victoria minor hockey team selected as finalist in Canada-wide contest (VIDEO)
The contest awards $100,000 to the winner's charity of choice.