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Astronomer David Balam typically works at the Dominion Astrophysical Observatory in Saanich, but discovered the minor planet Tsawout via a telescope in Hawaii. (Contributed)

Minor planet named for Vancouver Island First Nation

Saanich Peninsula’s Tsawout First Nation honoured

Astronomer David Balam typically works at the Dominion Astrophysical Observatory in Saanich, but discovered the minor planet Tsawout via a telescope in Hawaii. (Contributed)
Vancouver Island patient places “Doctor Wanted” ad

Vancouver Island patient places “Doctor Wanted” ad

With her GP retiring, one woman takes action

Vancouver Island patient places “Doctor Wanted” ad
As an ex-journalist and civil servant, Ron Norman got an inside look at how the government actually worked. The daily comedy of B.C. politics formed the basis of his debut novel, Slouching Towards Innocence. (Provided)

Ex-journalist and civil servant’s debut novel exposes daily comedy of political life

Sidney and Peninsula Literary Festival fundraiser on May 11

As an ex-journalist and civil servant, Ron Norman got an inside look at how the government actually worked. The daily comedy of B.C. politics formed the basis of his debut novel, Slouching Towards Innocence. (Provided)
The beaver, named “Sidney Clawsby” (for his origins and the hockey player) will be bound for the Fraser Valley this week.  (Mervyn Lougher-Goodey)

Sidney Clawsby joins Justin Beaver

Sidney councillor donates stuffed beaver after theft

The beaver, named “Sidney Clawsby” (for his origins and the hockey player) will be bound for the Fraser Valley this week.  (Mervyn Lougher-Goodey)
Protecting farmland, but at what cost?

Protecting farmland, but at what cost?

Some advocates want ALC rules to put farmers and food security first

Protecting farmland, but at what cost?
UPS workers were treated and observed after a package arriving on a aircraft at the Victoria airport April 25 leaked unknown contents. (Steven Heywood/News Staff)

Spill at Victoria airport prompts emergency response

North Saanich Fire and ambulance respond to spill of unknown substance

UPS workers were treated and observed after a package arriving on a aircraft at the Victoria airport April 25 leaked unknown contents. (Steven Heywood/News Staff)
A baby Nigerian Dwarf goat participates in her first-ever yoga class. (Alisa Howlett/News Staff file)

Greater Victoria farm swamped with goat cuddling offers

The wee goats need to get used to humans before ‘goat yoga’ launches

A baby Nigerian Dwarf goat participates in her first-ever yoga class. (Alisa Howlett/News Staff file)
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UPDATE: Two rescued after falling from ferry at Swartz Bay

A pair of BC Ferries crew members accidentally fell in the water…

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End-of-life planning can start with an online quiz

End-of-life planning can start with an online quiz

“Compose Your Life Song” tool aims to start the conversation

End-of-life planning can start with an online quiz
The District of Central Saanich and the leadership of the Tsawout and Tsartlip already collaborate, such as lobbying together for a bus route extension into Tsawout. The District will begin acknowledging the traditional territory upon which they live and work. (Hugo Wong/News Staff file photo)

Central Saanich, Comox, adding First Nations acknowledgement

Two more Island municipalities are taking steps to acknowledge First Nations during…

The District of Central Saanich and the leadership of the Tsawout and Tsartlip already collaborate, such as lobbying together for a bus route extension into Tsawout. The District will begin acknowledging the traditional territory upon which they live and work. (Hugo Wong/News Staff file photo)
Central Saanich staff propose larger setbacks for pot growing

Central Saanich staff propose larger setbacks for pot growing

Changes are to prepare for impending legalization

Central Saanich staff propose larger setbacks for pot growing
Patrick McAdams, left, and his brother-in-law Peter Belair at thier home in Sidney. Patrick says the care his wife, Peter and himself received from a new doctor in the community went above and beyond thier expectations. (Steven Heywood/News Staff)

In a difficult time, Sidney doctor stands out for a local family

Patrick McAdams thankful his family found a caring, dedicated doctor

Patrick McAdams, left, and his brother-in-law Peter Belair at thier home in Sidney. Patrick says the care his wife, Peter and himself received from a new doctor in the community went above and beyond thier expectations. (Steven Heywood/News Staff)
(Steven Heywood/News Staff)

The policy headache of high housing costs

Experts debate how B.C. speculation tax will make housing affordable

(Steven Heywood/News Staff)
A GoFundMe has been started for Pages Used Books in Brentwood Bay.

Pages Books in Brentwood Bay falls on hard times

Store has been closed for several weeks, GoFundMe started by a fan

A GoFundMe has been started for Pages Used Books in Brentwood Bay.
Syrian artist, Salt Spring author collaborate to help refugees

Syrian artist, Salt Spring author collaborate to help refugees

Children’s book helped raise over $64,000 for refugee families

Syrian artist, Salt Spring author collaborate to help refugees
Stelly’s students have nearly completed their TARDIS, which is bound for Capital City Comic Con this weekend (Hugo Wong/News Staff)

Stelly’s TARDIS travels to Cap City Comic Con

Woodworking students at Stelly’s Secondary are building a TARDIS for Capital City…

Stelly’s students have nearly completed their TARDIS, which is bound for Capital City Comic Con this weekend (Hugo Wong/News Staff)
UPDATED: Orca Airways grounded due to safety issues

UPDATED: Orca Airways grounded due to safety issues

Transport Canada has suspended the airline’s Air Operator Certificate

UPDATED: Orca Airways grounded due to safety issues
The current marijuana bunker is operated by Evergreen Medicinal near Michell Farms. (Hugo Wong/News Staff)

ALR protection petition reaches B.C. Legislature

Group opposing marijuana greenhouses collects 1,400 signatures

The current marijuana bunker is operated by Evergreen Medicinal near Michell Farms. (Hugo Wong/News Staff)
Man killed in incident near Hillside Mall in Victoria, coroner confirms

Man killed in incident near Hillside Mall in Victoria, coroner confirms

Neighbour claims incident was drug-related

Man killed in incident near Hillside Mall in Victoria, coroner confirms
Serious incident closes off Vancouver Island neighbourhood

Serious incident closes off Vancouver Island neighbourhood

Belmont Ave. and Hillside Ave. cordoned off

Serious incident closes off Vancouver Island neighbourhood