Fantasy-themed Little Free Library in Saanich marks Greater Victoria’s 500th fixture
Neighbourhood library opened its doors Sunday off Harriet RoadMegan Atkins-Baker / July 25, 2021
Month: July 2021
LETTER: Fish market an integral part of Sidney waterfront
My comments are directed to the committee that is developing a plan…Wire Service / July 25, 2021
LETTER: Independent review needed for expedited projects in Langford
I’m writing in regards to this Danbrook One apartment debacle where Langford…Wire Service / July 25, 2021
B.C.’s Jake Virtanen set to be bought out by Vancouver Canucks amid sex assault accusation
NHL club places player on unconditional waivers, has been on leave since May 1 since allegationsBen Lypka / July 25, 2021
Vancouver Island man donates 140,000 mollusk specimens to biodiversity museum
UBC’s Beaty museum grateful for Bill Merilees’s historical record of B.C. marine biodiversityChris Bush / July 25, 2021
LETTERS: Misinformation being spread on North Saanich OCP process
There are pamphlets and posters being circulated in North Saanich by a…Wire Service / July 25, 2021
Food: Catching up with British Columbia chef, TV personality Thea VanHerwaarden
Podcast: Talk includes an early introduction to food, time on TV and future plansPQB News Staff / July 25, 2021
LETTER: Calls to action on reconciliation stalled
The discovery of unmarked graves of children on the grounds of Kamloops…Wire Service / July 25, 2021
Greater Victoria-based athletes named to Save-On-Foods fueling sport initiative
60 athletes selected for nutrition initiative from hundreds of applicantsJake Romphf / July 25, 2021
VIDEO: B.C. man donates 140,000 mollusk specimens to biodiversity museum
UBC’s Beaty museum grateful for Bill Merilees’s historical record of B.C. marine biodiversityChris Bush / July 25, 2021
QUIZ: Are you ready for the Olympics?
The world’s top athletes are competing in Tokyo, Japan. How much do you know about Olympic action?John Arendt / July 25, 2021
Reading fundraiser challenges Greater Victorians to pick up a book
Readers encouraged to obtain pledges for every 100 pages read in AugustVictoria News Staff / July 25, 2021
Fort Rodd Hill summer programs bring the past to light
Programs welcome all ages, include a taste of life at Fisgard LighthouseVictoria News Staff / July 25, 2021
LETTER: Parkland sacrificed for community garden
Why is Central Saanich council contemplating privatizing public parkland in Brentwood Bay?…Wire Service / July 24, 2021
Victoria Royals defenceman drafted by San Jose Sharks
Gannon Laroque was selected in the fourth round of the NHL’s entry draftVictoria News Staff / July 24, 2021
LETTER: Saanich council forgetting the promises that got them elected
Mayor Fred Haynes and his council appear to have little or no…Wire Service / July 24, 2021
Feast of Fields offers virtual farm connection, hands-on Greater Victoria produce box
Attendees encouraged to reimagine annual event’s feast, at homeMegan Atkins-Baker / July 24, 2021
VIDEO: Saanich truck parade celebrates 91-year-old’s 45-year career at Butler Concrete
Arranged by daughters and former colleagues who remember their time working with him fondlyMegan Atkins-Baker / July 24, 2021
Greater Victoria issues-based podcast celebrates one-year anniversary
Amazing Places host Dean Murdock says open discussions create a stronger sense of communityMegan Atkins-Baker / July 24, 2021
Tourists starting to roll back into Sidney
Sidney Street Market organizers, vendors observing more out-of-townersWolf Depner / July 24, 2021