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Ann Makosinski's 'Hollow Flashlight' heading to Google Science Fair

Ann Makosinski's 'Hollow Flashlight' heading to Google Science Fair

Victoria, B.C. teenager will be the lone Canadian at Google's annual science mega-competition, starting Sept. 22.
Interior decoration on display at White Rock show home

Interior decoration on display at White Rock show home

The latest Millionaire Lottery grand prize is catching eyes along White Rock's Marine Drive.
Earthquake means 'drop, cover, hold on'

Earthquake means 'drop, cover, hold on'

The best way to protect yourself from falling objects in an earthquake is ducking under a desk or sturdy table until one minute after the shaking stops.

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Dispatches Sooke

Dispatches Sooke

Wild, artistic influences define community
Sportsmanlike conduct, Island-style

Sportsmanlike conduct, Island-style

Sports facilities attract big crowds to the West Shore
Dispatches Langford

Dispatches Langford

Nature and recreation abound minutes from downtown
An ice maker's art

An ice maker's art

Colwood resident sought the world over for efficient ice techniques
It's a West Shore thing

It's a West Shore thing

From spa days to motorcycles, local businesses have you covered

Japan needs sisterly help on its path to recovery

Japan is just starting to recover from the devastating March 11 earthquake and tsunami. Japanese citizens devastated by the natural disasters and their aftermath need our help.