Man arrested after confronting an off-duty officer with a metal pipe
The Newfoundland man will face charges of assault with a weapon.
BC government proposes an extended rent freeze until December 31st
The proposed changes will protect renters against evictions and extend the rent freeze until Dec 31st.
BC increases gap between first and second COVID-19 vaccines
The province approved a 4-month gap between vaccines.
Witness aids Saanich Police in catching suspect breaking into cars
There have been 71 car break-ins in Saanich so far this year.
Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre will reopen as temporary housing facility today
The arena will open itself to 45 people experiencing homelessness.
Here’s what BC’s second phase of COVID-19 vaccine rollouts will look like
The breakdown of when and how you can get your shot.
Victoria Police search for missing woman last seen January 1st (UPDATED)
Police want to ensure she is safe.
SD62 warns of possible COVID-19 exposure at West Shore school
Contact tracing has been completed
Fire crews battle house fire in Sidney Sunday afternoon
One occupant and a dog were able to escape the home.
Malahat reopens after rockslide closes highway in both directions
Expect major delays in the area.
Police watchdog called in after man shot and killed by Tofino RCMP
According to RCMP, a woman was being held against her will.
CRD acquires 145 acres of watershed land near Sooke Lake Reservoir
The land was purchased for $652,729.
CRD votes against adding parking fees at 9 regional parks on Vancouver Island
That includes Elk/Beaver Lake and Witty’s Lagoon
Three Vancouver Island schools added to COVID-19 exposure list
This includes two elementary schools and one secondary school.
BC Ferries cancels remaining Friday sailings due to adverse weather
The cancellations happened throughout the day and will continue through to the evening.
BC reports 589 new COVID-19 cases and seven new deaths on February 26th
Vancouver Island continues to see a higher than average rate of COVID-19 cases.
Driver turns herself in to Nanaimo RCMP after hitting pedestrian and fleeing
The victim is expected to make a full recovery.
Here’s what the new Saanich fire station near Elk Lake could look like (RENDERINGS)
Construction is expected to start later this year.
Health Canada approves AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine
It has an efficacy rate of 62% while the others are over 90%.
Fan Tan Alley ice cream shop leaving popular downtown location
The landlord declined to renew the shop's lease.
Six BC residents in their 30s died from COVID-19 since pandemic began
Two of those were from Vancouver Island.
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.
City of Victoria approves partial closure of paved loop at Clover Point Park
The new plan will see 14 parking spaces along the shoreline.
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.
Local man challenges Victoria to ‘The Great Scavenger Hunt’ with Facebook group
Read on for the clues!
East Saanich Road exit off Pat Bay Highway will be closed after overpass built
The province is looking for feedback on the major project.
Environment Canada issues wind warning for Greater Victoria Thursday afternoon
Batten down the hatches! 💨
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.
Queen Elizabeth II statue beheaded in Victoria’s Beacon Hill Park
Police are also investigating a graffiti spree overnight.
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.
BC Ferries employee working at Swartz Bay terminal tests positive for COVID-19
A number of employees are currently in self-isolation.
Laketown Ranch announces summer camping for its 2021 season
The popular site for music festivals has opened itself up for camping this season.
Woman groped by stranger in Nanaimo mall parking lot
Police are planning to release a sketch of the suspect.
Man damages City of Victoria Parks vehicle with sledgehammer in Beacon Hill Park
The truck window was smashed.
The sights and sounds of Mars: new Perseverance rover footage released (VIDEO)
No word yet if Mars is a David Bowie fan.
Uber Eats is finally available on the Saanich Peninsula
You can now get Dole Whip delivered directly to your door 🍦
19-year-old man arrested after violent robbery in Comox
The woman sustained a laceration to her neck during the altercation.
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Man arrested after pouring gasoline on occupied tent in Victoria park
A woman and dog were inside of the tent that he threatened to set on fire.
