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42-year-old Sooke man arrested for setting fire at local shelter
He was a resident of the shelter.
BC to allow indoor religious gatherings during Easter, Ramadan, Vaisakhi and Passover
This is the second amendment to health orders for religious gatherings this week.
BC health officials reported 800 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, March 25th
The Island Health region has surpassed 3,000 cases since the pandemic began.
BC more than doubles COVID-19 fines for attending social gatherings
Attend a gathering — receive a $575 ticket.
17-year-old arrested after multiple assaults with a hammer in Comox Valley
He was arrested with the help of surveillance footage.
Pedestrian struck by vehicle in downtown Victoria last week has died
The driver remained on the scene.
BC health officials reports 716 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday March 24th
Island Health reported 21 new cases.
BC continues to see record number of opioid-related deaths in February
Province recorded over 5 deaths on average per day.
BC to employ over 1,400 employees laid-off due to COVID-19 to assist with immunization...
Many of those from the travel and hospitality industries.
BC Health officials announce amendment to outdoor religious ceremonies
The decision comes before the Easter long weekend.
BC health officials reports 682 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, March 23rd
Provincial Health Officials have amended their order to allow for outdoor worship services.
BC residents with serious health conditions to receive early COVID-19 vaccinations
Those people who qualify will receive a letter.
Man remains missing one year after disappearance from Comox Valley
He has been missing since March 2020.
Saanich Council unanimously approves 30 km/h speed limit on residential roads
360 km of Saanich’s residential roads will see this change.
Westshore RCMP issue arrest warrant for 25-year-old man (UPDATED)
He is wanted for breaching court-ordered conditions.
Permanent barriers to be constructed at Goldstream Trestle railway
This is part of a joint suicide prevention strategy.
RCMP release photo of suspect in groping incident at Nanaimo mall
The victim was groped after she walked out of the mall to her vehicle.
75-year-old charged with impaired driving on St. Patrick’s Day in Oak Bay
You could say her luck ran out.
City of Victoria and BC Government sign deal to enforce the closing of encampments
Encampments will end April 30th.
BC health officials reports 1,785 new COVID-19 cases for three-day period on March 22nd
Island Health reported 89 new cases over the weekend.
Two vehicles impounded for ‘racing’ on Pat Bay Highway Saturday night
Fast, furious, and confiscated.
19-year-old man dies after single vehicle collision near Nanaimo
The vehicle lost control but it’s unclear how.
Victoria Police issue alert for high-risk missing 21-year-old man (UPDATED)
He was last seen in the Victoria area on March 20th.
BC health officials reports 737 new COVID-19 cases and 24,438 vaccinations administered on March...
There have been no new outbreaks declared at long-term care homes this week.
Wanted Victoria man found unconscious and armed with a knife on the Galloping Goose...
Officers arrested the man who is facing additional charges.
Vancouver Island man beaten in his own home in alleged act of vigilante justice
He was in possession of stolen items.
Gabriola Island residents who died in tragic construction accident remembered fondly
Both were former CBC employees.
Multiple COVID-19 cases confirmed at downtown Victoria construction site
The construction company has confirmed a statement will be released soon.
Fire at Heritage Acres causes an estimated $20,000 in damages
Thankfully, no artifacts were damaged in the fire.
Petition to rename Trutch Street in Victoria nearly reaches goal
This is the second time Trutch’s name has been petitioned.
BC health officials reports 622 new COVID-19 and eight new deaths on March 18th
Island Health reported 35 new cases.
Woman suffers potential life-threatening injuries after being struck by vehicle on Blanshard Street
Northbound traffic is closed on Blanshard Street at View Street.
5 Vancouver Island restaurants make list of 2021’s top 100 places to eat in...
Four of them are located in the Victoria area!
VicPD arrest woman in possession of ‘heavily modified’ rifle at temporary housing facility
She was previously wanted on warrants related to weapons possession.
BC health officials reports 498 new COVID-19 and 19,623 vaccinations administered on March 17th
Island Health reported 16 new cases of COVID-19 today.
BC and Washington State work together to eradicate Asian giant hornets
Talk about a buzz!
BC announces largest-ever permanent increase to income and disability assistance payments
These new benefits will replace the current COVID-19 benefits.
VicPD chase assault suspect on foot through downtown Victoria
He attempted to hide in the back of a moving van.
BC government extends provincial state of emergency until end of March
This week marks a year since the first declaration.
Esquimalt woman with terminal cancer passed away this Monday
Kandy’s story captured the hearts of many.
Two people killed in concrete truck incident on Gabriola Island
There was an equipment failure on the truck.
Nanaimo man arrested after crashing into four police vehicles (PHOTOS)
Two of the four police vehicles incurred extensive damage.
BC health officials report 556 new COVID-19 cases on March 16th
There were 27 new cases in the Island Health region.
GoFundMe launched for daughter of Beacon Hill Park homicide victim
She will be graduating high school this June.
Show off your dance moves and be a part of this ‘Dance Across Victoria’...
Get your videos in by March 22nd to be featured!
BC wedding industry loses $158 million in 2020 due to COVID-19
The wedding bells will be ringing loud in 2022!
Wanted Alberta man armed with an axe arrested in Victoria after series of home...
He is wanted on warrants in Alberta.
BC health officials report 1,506 new COVID-19 cases in three-day period on March 15th
Small, outdoor religious services are pending approval for Easter and Passover.
Highway to Tofino and Ucluelet will be closed next Tuesday for ten hours
Drivers be advised!
Two new Langford schools will open for students in September 2022 (VIDEO)
Both schools will welcome 1,200 students .