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School bus driver laments motorists who pass while red lights are flashing

SD62 bus driver Kerry Zado said it’s common to see drivers lose their patience and pass by his bus while he’s picking up students during the morning commute. (Aaron Guillen/News Staff)

All buses in Sooke School District outfitted with stop sign cameras

by Aaron Guillen
updated 1h ago

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B.C. records 500 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, 14 deaths
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Esquimalt prowler removes air conditioner, peers into person’s home
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Oak Bay council supports Fort Street bike lanes
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Transport Canada not budging on enclosed deck rules, despite calls from BC Ferries union
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Victoria police warn of rising cybercrime called spear phishing
- updated 7h ago

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump arrive on Marine One before boarding Air Force One at Andrews Air Force Base, Md., Jan. 20. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP/Manuel Balce Ceneta)

POLL: Are you relieved that Donald Trump is no longer the president of the United States?

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Anyone with information on any of these individuals is asked to call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit the website victoriacrimestoppers.ca for more information.

Vancouver Island electrician gets shocking surprise with $500K Extra win

updated 57 mins ago

Eighteen-year-old Aidan Webber died in a marine accident in 2019. He was a Canadian Junior BMX champion from Nanaimo. (Submitted)

Inadequate safety training a factor in teen BMX star’s workplace death in 2019

by Zoe Ducklow, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

3h ago

Oyster River Fire Rescue members were called out to a suspicious fire in Black Creek. Two vehicles parked at a private residence were destroyed by fire. Photo courtesy Oyster River Fire Rescue

Suspicious fire destroys two vehicles at Vancouver Island residence

by Terry Farrell

updated 3h ago

Did you know: A whopping 19 per cent of household indoor water in the CRD goes down the shower drain. The good news is that small changes can lead to big impacts!

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Arson suspect arrested after fires at Cowichan Valley schools

Drinkwater Elementary and Mount Prevost schools hit within a week

by Kevin Rothbauer

updated 2h ago

Nanaimo RCMP are seeking the public’s help after a man allegedly assaulted a clerk at James General Store on Victoria Road on Jan. 18. (Submitted photo)

Suspect screams at customer then assaults store clerk in Nanaimo

RCMP asking for information about Jan. 18 incident at James General Store

by Nanaimo News Staff

updated 2h ago

Two Nanaimo care-home residents have died during COVID-19 outbreak
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Victoria police investigating after 15-foot flames engulf tent
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Ottawa advocating to prioritize vaccines for Indigenous people: Miller
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Residents of Old Fort, B.C., suing province, others over slow-moving slide
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With B.C. movie theatres closed, Rio indie cinema says it will reopen as a sports bar
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Vancouver Island Down Syndrome Society offers support for families in the community

New non-profit seeking directors in cities across Vancouver Island

by Terry Farrell

11h ago

Stair care in Colwood
Colwood Coun. Michael Baxter says Latoria Creek Park is now more enjoyable and safe to take a stroll through due to the latest upgrades completed on the staircase. Four long sets of nature stairs now include slip-proof metal steps. The elevated staircase also allows for better air flow to slow the rotting process, and metal handrails to prevent splinters. (Aaron Guillen/News Staff)

Colwood unveils massive upgrade to popular park staircase

Upgrades include slip-proof metal steps, metal handrails and raised design

by Aaron Guillen

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