Szpak, who served as a councillor for 24 years, was 73.

Astronomers speculate it likely broke up into pieces in northern Oregon or southern Washington.

Manak is one of several potential candidates for local office who are now making the call on whether to run.

It sure is easy to feel that giving back to nature can create some seriously positive vibes.

“We know this is not the level of service people expect from us,” said BC Ferries president Nicolas Jimenez.

In its 10 years, the program has produced 28 Olympians, with 12 accounting for 14 medals.

The federal government has extended the cap on annual alcohol excise tax increases, meaning companies that produce beer, wine, and spirits will pay 2% instead of a higher rate in line with inflation.

Regular gas was priced at around $2.06 per litre at most Victoria stations yesterday, and a penny or two cheaper elsewhere in the area