Langford Mayor lists alleged crimes after one day of homeless campers at Goldstream
The Mayor of Langford alleges that theft, drug use, and trespassing have taken place within the one day that tent city campers have spent at Goldstream Park Provincial Campground.
UPDATE: Police from across the region descend on tent city campers
Saanich Police say the province "requested our assistance to ensure the property is vacated today."
VicPd Chief says increased foot patrols have had a positive impact
VicPd Chief Del Manak says increased foot patrols in areas of concern increase feelings of safety for the public
Victoria mayoral candidate drops out of race as others join
Tesseract Computers co-owner Gary Beyer drops, VIU professor Bruce McGuigan joins the mayoral race
Male Barricade's Himself in Pearkes Recreation Centre
Around 9pm, officers responded to reports that a man was causing a commotion in the lobby. The Greater Victoria Emergency Response Team was called and the Rec Centre was contained.
Sonic the Hedgehog to close Island Highway near Qualicum
A live action movie based on the video game will shoot scenes on the highway September 18 and 19
UPDATE: Malahat closed after fatal truck roll-over
A fatal collision on the Malahat has closed the road in both directions, but a detour has been established.
Timeline for Crystal Pool replacement funding “at risk”
The specific problem is a delay with a federal-provincial grant program.
UPDATED: More mechanical trouble cancels BC Ferry sailings
The 8am sailing departing Tsawwassen and the 10am from Swartz Bay have been cancelled
Police urge caution after another person pricked by a discarded needle in downtown Victoria
It happened Friday on Yates between Douglas and Blanshard, near the Odeon Theatre.
Worker injured, sent to hospital from Langford Return-It Centre
WorkSafe BC confirms one person was taken to Victoria General Hospital with serious injuries early in the afternoon.
School Board opts for Vic High upgrades over demolition
Greater Victoria School Board votes to explore two options that keep the facade intact.
UPDATE: Trans-Canada Highway re-opens 14 hours after collision
Collision occurred at the same spot as a similar crash in 2011
Bike lanes: Cook St. is out, Vancouver St. is in
The staff report on the proposed route change will be discussed by councilors later this week.
Premier Horgan dashes rail hopes
Premier John Horgan told a Chamber of Commerce audience he wants to get people moving on the E&N Corridor, but not necessarily with trains.
City debates rental property standards bylaw
Victoria City Hall wants to make sure the city's apartment buildings don't fall into neglect all at once
Victoria Council approves condo and townhouse development on former Truth Centre site
Victoria City Council has given a local developer a green light to build condos and townhouses on a two acre property at 1201 Fort Street.
Downtown parking crunch - more efforts underway to ease the shortage
The DVBA's next park and ride project is coming to Douglas St, at the same time the City has rolled out a parking pilot project
Federal Science Minister announces "Canada Foundation for Innovation" grants at UVic
The University of Victoria will share in $42-million worth of "Canada Foundation for Innovation" grants
Saanich Council approves tax hike
The 2018 budget includes a 3.07% municipal property tax increase
"March for Our Lives" rally planned at the Legislature
Organizer Magritte Gordaneer says "this is a rally in solidarity with the American efforts. As Canadians we should recognize our ties with America. This issue does affect us."