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Saanich police arrest man wanted in connection with Ontario shooting

Saanich police arrest man wanted in connection with Ontario shooting

There were no reported injuries from the May 13 shooting, which Hamilton police believe was targeted.
Port Alberni liquor store robbed at knife-point

Port Alberni liquor store robbed at knife-point

More than $200 worth of liquor was stolen, and one of the intruders brandished a knife when confronted by an employee.
Impaired driver smashes fence on West Shore

Impaired driver smashes fence on West Shore

The driver was issued a 90-day immediate roadside prohibition after failing a roadside screening test, said police. His vehicle was also impounded.
Family-run seafood store and fish and chips shop closing Vancouver site, staying open in Victoria

Family-run seafood store and fish and chips shop closing Vancouver site, staying open in Victoria

"It is with a heavy heart that we announce the closing of Finest At Sea."
Another night of potential thunderstorms on Vancouver Island

Another night of potential thunderstorms on Vancouver Island

Environment sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ said the storms were capable of producing nickel-sized hail; warnings covered an area from Duncan to Nanaimo starting Sunday afternoon.
Power outages but no major damage reported on Island from overnight thunderstorm

Power outages but no major damage reported on Island from overnight thunderstorm

Weather system expected to arrive late Saturday or early Sunday.
Wild weather knocks out power to thousands across Metro Vancouver

Wild weather knocks out power to thousands across Metro Vancouver

At the height of the storm, sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ Hydro was reporting 12,000 homes without power, as lightning was seen across the region.
When mammoths walked the Island: New study shows elephant's ancestor was here

When mammoths walked the Island: New study shows elephant's ancestor was here

A study found that mammoths lived on Vancouver Island for a long time, much longer than originally thought.
‘Nightmare’ permitting strangling sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ solar industry, say installers

‘Nightmare’ permitting strangling sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ solar industry, say installers

New sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ government rebates of up to $10,000 could ignite a boom in solar energy. But some warn permitting hurdles are sending the province on a "solar coaster."
Victoria synagogue, in midst of major reno, sees influx of congregants amid conflict

Victoria synagogue, in midst of major reno, sees influx of congregants amid conflict

Congregation Emanu-El is undergoing is $1.5 million renovation as it marks its 161st year.