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Good news

Victoria’s youngest magazine writers are tackling big issue topics

By Michael John Lo
January 6, 2023

Since 2017, Central Middle School students have been creating their own magazine as part of a grade 8 media and social justice class

Homelessness

‘Tale as old as time’: Debunking pervasive myths about homelessness in Victoria

Seven frontline service providers offer insight into why there seem to be “new faces” on the streets

Arts

The mystery of the missing hand: public art on Wharf Street set to return this year

By Michael John Lo
January 5, 2023

Eroded by a decade of visiting dogs, ‘Hands of Time’ installation will see slight redesign upon its return

Transportation

A ‘kick to the stomach’: family of teen killed in a crosswalk outraged by driver’s plan to plead not guilty

By Nina Grossman
January 5, 2023

The driver revealed in court that she is planning to dispute the charge, and believes the incident was “a terrible, terrible accident,” her lawyer says.

Municipal

‘The most impact as quickly as possible’: Victoria to consider motion on parking minimums, multi-unit dwellings

By Shannon Waters
January 3, 2023

Proposed changes would address housing affordability and availability, councillors say

Housing

Here’s what the latest property assessments could mean for you

By Nina Grossman
January 3, 2023

James Island yet again tops list of Island’s highest assessed properties