Esquimalt prowler removes air conditioner, peers into person’s home

Victoria police are seeking home surveillance video and witnesses following a prowling incident in Esquimalt Jan. 20. (Black Press Media file photo)
VicPD is seeking video footage, witnesses following Jan. 20 incident

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?

  • updated 9h ago
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.

Greater Victoria Crime Stoppers wanted list for the week of Jan. 19
Ontario company to create $50M trust after growing cannabis in unlicensed rooms

Ontario company to create $50M trust after growing cannabis in unlicensed rooms
These Okanagan wineries are anything but ordinary

These Okanagan wineries are anything but ordinary

Vancouver Canucks’ Travis Hamonic grabs Montreal Canadiens’ Josh Anderson by the face during first period NHL action in Vancouver, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward

Horvat scores winner as Canucks dump Habs 6-5 in shootout thriller
Rod Bitten of Union Bay won $500,000 in the Lotto Max draw on Jan. 15. Photo supplied

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

  • updated 8h 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!

How the 5-minute shower pays big dividends
    Throughout his career and after retiring, Peter had spent much of his life out on the sea – a passion that Geri and Peter shared.

    Changing the future for people affected by dementia
      video

      Experience. Discover. Explore.

      Biden takes oath, says democracy has prevailed

      Trudeau says vaccine delays not entirely unexpected

      Canada investigating timing of second vaccine dose
      See More Videos 

      News
      A suspect has been arrested in connection with fires at Drinkwater Elementary (pictured) and École Mount Prevost. (Kevin Rothbauer/Citizen)

      Arson suspect arrested after fires at Cowichan Valley schools

      Drinkwater Elementary and Mount Prevost schools hit within a week

      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

      More in News 

      Most Read

       

      Impress TV

      Experience. Discover. Explore.

      West Coast Traveller

      Entertainment
      Scaredy Cats television series has turned Empress Avenue in Fernwood into a Halloween themed neighbourhood. (Travis Paterson/News Staff)

      PHOTOS: Trick or treat! Halloween comes to Fernwood in January

      New television series Scaredy Cats filming in Victoria

        Terry David Mulligan. (Submitted photo)

        Podcast: Interview with longtime actor/broadcaster and B.C. resident Terry David Mulligan

        Podcast: Talk includes TDM’s RCMP career, radio, TV, wine, Janis Joplin and much more

        More in Entertainment 

         

        LOCAL GOOD (Powered by Do Some Good)

        What GOOD are you seeing in your community?

        Tell us about your favourite cause. Celebrate friends, family, and neighbours for their acts of kindness. Show your employees volunteering in the community. Ask for needed supplies and volunteers for your cause. Share fundraising event details.  
        Click HERE to find out how to get featured. 

        Looking for a Local Event?
        Want to Volunteer Locally?

        A special thank you to our Community Partners, Good Companies and Local Champions who are essential allies in our mission to build stronger communities. Their support allows causes you care about and volunteers to use the Do Some Good platform for FREE. This increases volunteerism and support to ALL nonprofits and charities in our community.

        Read more stories here

        Community
        The objectives of the Vancouver Island Down Syndrome Society include peer support for parents and caregivers, as well as developing support services, projects, educational and employment opportunities for people with Down Syndrome. Photo supplied.

        Vancouver Island Down Syndrome Society offers support for families in the community

        New non-profit seeking directors in cities across Vancouver Island

        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

        More in Community 
        Obituaries

        Taylor Woolley

        Jan 11th, 2021

        David George Warrilow Edwards

        Nov 26th, 2020

        Garth Derek Lapp

        Nov 11th, 2020

        Edith Mary ‘Skitch’ Christy

        Sep 10th, 2020

        James Martin Gray

        Aug 14th, 2020

        Local soccer legend and Saanich teacher David Ravenhill, second from left, died Monday, July 20 due to heart complications. (Lower Island Soccer Association photo)

        Saanich teacher and soccer legend dies at 57

        Jul 21st, 2020

        See Celebrations of Life See More Obituaries 

        Trending Now
        New Westminster TV production designer, Rick Whitfield, has designed an office in a box for British Columbians in need of a private workspace. (BC Box Office photo)

        PHOTOS: B.C. man designs ‘box office’ solution for those working from home

        ‘A professionally designed workspace on your property, away from the distractions of home’

        The winners have been annouced for the 2020 Amateur Photographer of the Year Contest

        The winners of the Amateur Photographer of the Year contest are…

        After more than 29,000 entries, the winners have been selected across Western Canada.

        More in Trending Now 

        Opinion

        LETTER SIG

        A letter of thanks and encouragement

        Reader says freedom and security do not come without a price

          School District 79 chair Candace Spilsbury, Duncan mayor Michelle Staples, Ladysmith mayor Aaron Stone, Cowichan tribes chief William (Chip) Seymour, MP Alistair MacGregor, MLA Sonia Furstenau, North Cowichan mayor Al Siebring and former CVRD board chair Ian Morrison. (Sarah Simpson/Citizen file)

          Column: Cowichan Leadership Group urges community to come together against racism, COVID-19

          We are sickened at the racist response of some members of community towards Cowichan Tribes members

            eEdition

            Victoria News, Jan 14

            Recent Issues

             

            More in Opinion 

            Sports
            Canadian Premier League commissioner David Clanachan is shown in a handout photo. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Canadian Premier League-Darren Goldstein **MANDATORY CREDIT**

            CPL targets season kickoff on Victoria Day Weekend, providing authorities agree

            League acknowledges that plans will depend on COVID situation

            Vancouver Canucks’ Elias Pettersson, right, battles for position with Calgary Flames’ Chris Tanev during first period NHL hockey action in Calgary, Monday, Jan. 18, 2021.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh

            Gaudreau has 2 points as Flames torch Vancouver Canucks 5-2

            B.C. squad drops to 1-3 early in NHL season

            More in Sports 

            Life
            Boulevard Magazine Photo Story with Darren Hull and Lia Crowe. (Boulevard Magazine)

            VIDEO: Boulevard Magazine Fashion Story at Seven Diamond Ranch in Merritt

            Behind the scene of a Boulevard Magazine fashion shoot

            • updated 14h ago
            Tips for decorating a cake. Photography by Lia Crowe

            It’s A Piece Of Cake To Decorate

            Tips for creating a beautiful dessert

              More in Life 

              Impress
              Guide

              Your Guide to Our New Normal

              Black Press Media publishes informative new guide exploring COVID-19 and its local impacts

                Shared Home Ownership specializes in making home ownership affordable by matching potential shared home owners and sellers for families in Victoria, BC!

                Move over dating apps: it’s time to meet the perfect homeowner match

                Shared home ownership opens doors for affordable housing in Victoria

                  More in Impress