
‘Crews are on their way’: Thousands in Cowichan Valley without power Saturday
BC Hydro says an equipment failure has led to an outage across the Cowichan Valley, knocking out power to thousands of customers.
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Victoria’s Chinatown Gate repairs won’t be finished ahead Lunar New Year, but celebrations are a ‘go’
While the gates to Canada's oldest Chinatown will remain under construction due to delays, Lunar New Year celebrations in Victoria will not.
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Nanaimo warns of extended delays, closures along Third Street next week
The City of Nanaimo is warning drivers to expect delays as it is extending the closure along Third Street next week as the year-long construction project continues.
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Builders welcome CRD permit changes but question efficiency gains
The CRD is updating its Building Regulations Bylaw to speed up the building process, but the construction community says the proof will be in its execution.
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Oak Bay Police suspend novice driver for having alcohol in their system
A 24-year-old driver's license has been suspended after Oak Bay Police found alcohol in their system.
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Ottawa gives Canada Post a $1.01-billion loan amid ongoing financial struggles
The federal government says it is making more than $1 billion available to Canada Post in the form of a repayable loan to help the Crown
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High-risk rescue of injured paraglider unfolds near Mount Prevost Friday evening: Cowichan SAR, North Shore Rescue
Cowichan Search and Rescue called on North Shore Rescue to assist in a dramatic, high-risk rescue of an injured paraglider found unconscious on the side of a cliff near Mount Prevost Friday evening.
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Keeping her ‘eye on the ball’: Hillman reflects on her time as top diplomat in D.C.
Kirsten Hillman hasn't written her autobiography yet, but the 57-year-old career diplomat — soon to be Canada's former ambassador to the U.S. — may already have a title picked out: "Diplomacy is a contact sport."
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West Shore store warns of fake jewelry scam after 10 customers fall victim
A West Shore store is asking the public to be cautious after 10 customers came through their doors having fallen victim to a fake jewelry scam.
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Order Up: Rudi
Rudi, a restaurant that was inspired by the owner's grandfather, is based on family, tradition and a love for European cuisine.
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