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Craig McMillan, Zoe Hamel win titles in 44th Royal Victoria Marathon

Craig McMillan, Zoe Hamel win titles in 44th Royal Victoria Marathon

Craig McMillan was the winner of the men’s race and Zoe Hamel was the first woman across the line at the 2024 Royal Victoria Marathon on Sunday.
Space invaders: These plants are bad news for your garden — and for the environment

Space invaders: These plants are bad news for your garden — and for the environment

There are many invasive plant species on Vancouver Island, but a few stand out as the worst culprits when it comes to affecting local plants and habitats.
Out with Armada, in with the Storm: Alberni teams get a new moniker

Out with Armada, in with the Storm: Alberni teams get a new moniker

Armada had been the name of the school's teams for decades, but had colonial connections.
Familiar faces and angry voters: Will sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ elect an Independent MLA?

Familiar faces and angry voters: Will sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ elect an Independent MLA?

Vicki Huntington says two things are critical to be elected as an Independent member of the legislature in British Columbia — trusted name recognition and an angry constituency. She would know.
sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ Conservatives release education policy plans ahead of election day

sa¹ú¼Ê´«Ã½ Conservatives release education policy plans ahead of election day

The Conservatives are promising to reinstate provincial exams for Grade 10 and 12 students, restore letter grades from Grade 4 to 9, and end SOGI 123.
Eby urges Green voters to 'stick together' with NDP to keep Conservatives from office

Eby urges Green voters to 'stick together' with NDP to keep Conservatives from office

Green Leader Sonia Furstenau said voters should consider what they want to hear from the parties during the campaign and evaluate their platforms in making their ballot choice.
Public can have say on CRD proposal on water costs

Public can have say on CRD proposal on water costs

The charges come when a development is at the subdivision or building-permit stage.
Retiring secretary-treasurer played key role in dealing with rapid Sooke School District growth

Retiring secretary-treasurer played key role in dealing with rapid Sooke School District growth

During the dozen years that Harold Cull, 54, has served in the role, the district’s student population has grown by more than 50 per cent.
'They keep coming up': A banner year for mushrooms

'They keep coming up': A banner year for mushrooms

Mushroom fruiting on the Island started in August, and cycles of dry and wet conditions have made for a prolific season.
Saanich looking for private partner to redevelop operations-centre land

Saanich looking for private partner to redevelop operations-centre land

The goal is for the district to retain ownership of the site at McKenzie Avenue and Borden Street, which would include municipal services as well as rental housing