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LGBT

Victoria author explores bisexuality and polyamory in ‘Daring Decisions’

Mark Brennae
July 5, 2024

Gordon drew on many life experiences to delve into the world of bisexuality, homosexuality, and polyamorous relationships.

Sports

100th anniversary of Victoria Cougars’ win will be a celebration fit for champions

Robyn Bell
July 4, 2024

The team will be recognized with a Stanley Cup parade and a three-day festival of events

History

Art appraiser comes to Vic, looking for the next unnoticed treasures

Mark Brennae
July 3, 2024

“We're looking for people who are art enthusiasts, whether they have questions about paintings on their wall, or whether they know exactly what they have on their wall ..."

Politics

Council to take next steps on Centennial Square redesign on Thursday

Robyn Bell
July 3, 2024

Relocating the fountain monoliths, adding commercial kiosks, and replacing aging trees all part of the proposed plan.

Ocean

Summer is the season for worrisome spikes in some bacteria

Langford Lake along with Esquimalt Gorge Park showing sporadic elevated levels of fecal bacteria

Crime

On the way out? After a court ruling in May, Timothy Durkin comes closer to being deported for organized criminality

Tori Marlan
July 2, 2024

The $4 million in damages he was ordered to pay the Sooke Harbour House hotel owners remains unpaid

Environment

Victoria’s first Canada Day drone show could be a test for the future of fireworks

Robyn Bell
June 30, 2024

The show in the sky will take off on Monday, mixing high-tech and traditional Coast Salish art

Municipal

CRD to roll out its cost program for capital upgrades

Development Cost Charge ensures equitable cost-sharing for new water supply infrastructure.