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West Shore RCMP alerts public to rising Facebook Marketplace scam reports

Don't send an e-Transfer to hold an item!

BC Ferries prepares for increased traffic during Thanksgiving long weekend

Book ahead while you still can!

Man found with stab wound to neck in Langford parking lot Thursday

His injuries are considered non-life threatening.

Victoria-based author and human rights activist wins prestigious Lieutenant Governor’s award

She also advocates for LGBTQ+ and women’s reproductive rights!

Saanich Police investigate alleged sexual assault at UVic

The suspect is believed to be in his 60s.

BC Transit reaches milestone in returning to pre-pandemic ridership levels

At one point, only 20% of the pre-pandemic crowd hopped on board.

Missing 36-year-old Nanaimo man may have been missing since March

A family member reported him missing this month

Southbound lanes of Pat Bay Highway closed due to truck rollover

Expect major delays!

70 new affordable homes for families and seniors coming to Saanich

Progress is progress.

Province sets housing targets which will include Victoria, Saanich and Oak Bay

10,000 homes will need to be built in the next 5 years.

Police seek 32-year-old Victoria man wanted on Canada-wide warrant

He “walked away” from his day parole facility.

Campfire ban lifted on Vancouver Island despite persistent wildfire season

Caution is still advised.

‘Entering into a new chapter’: Rifflandia CEO reflects on the festival and prepares for 2024

Already looking forward to next year! 🍒

Death on Pandora Avenue officially ruled as homicide: VicPD

There are unconfirmed reports he was fatally shot.

The last supermoon of the year will appear over Vancouver Island this week

It’s the ‘Harvest Moon’!

Camosun encourages students to participate in Orange Shirt Day on campuses this week

A ceremony will be held on Thursday.

Activists plan gatherings at BC MLA offices to advocate for old-growth forests

10 protests are planned for Vancouver Island communities.

Victoria’s forecast calls for a rainy week with possible lightning Monday evening

“Oh, the weather outside is weather.” 🎶

There’s a new interactive mural on Government Street honouring Chinese heritage

You can use an app and watch in awe!

Mayor Alto calls on feds to give ‘immediate and generous’ support for Victoria Housing Strategy

She is hoping for an additional $28 million

Syrian refugees evicted from subsidized housing in Colwood after racialized harassment

Their children were allegedly making “too much noise.”

Saanich Police release photo of alleged indecent exposure suspect on BC Transit bus

The incident occurred on the number 31 bus.

Man wanted on 10 outstanding warrants by West Shore RCMP believed to be dangerous (UPDATED)

If you see him, call the police immediately

Police look to identify driver of truck that caused motorcyclist to crash: Nanaimo RCMP

Causing life-threating injuries to the motorcyclist.

Multiple bear sightings prompts safety warning from Saanich Police

Make sure to give the bears space!

BC Ferries cancels several Swartz Bay sailings due to adverse weather conditions

And multiple Quadra Island - Cortes Island sailings.

Police seek help locating missing Port Hardy teen last seen September 19th (UPDATED)

UPDATE: She has been located and is safe.

59% of Canadians think Meta should lift ban on news and comply with government

Would you ever use Bing if Google dropped news?

11 approved places to purchase official Orange Shirt Day Victoria merchandise

This important day will be recognized on September 30th.

Winter tires are required on BC highways as of October 1st

Hard to believe we're already thinking about winter!

Coastal GasLink slapped with $346K in fines for environmental impacts

They’ve been fined over $800K in the last 11 years.

80-year-old Port Alberni man charged with hit-and-run that left woman hospitalized

The victim in her 60s was transported to hospital by air.

Here’s why it smells like smoke in and around Victoria this Friday

It may last through the weekend.