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Head of B.C.'s police watchdog to retire after almost 1,200 cases

Head of B.C.'s police watchdog to retire after almost 1,200 cases

Ronald J. MacDonald, who has been in the position since 2017, will be succeeded by Sandra Jentzen as acting director effective Wednesday.
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Fishing boat sinks near Victoria with hundreds of litres of diesel aboard

Fishing boat sinks near Victoria with hundreds of litres of diesel aboard

A man and a dog on board the fishing boat made it to a life-raft before the vessel sank.
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West Shore RCMP looking for man wanted on warrants

West Shore RCMP looking for man wanted on warrants

Christopher James Gaudet, 38, is considered dangerous and should not be approached, police said.
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Lack of rear light leads to big fine for motorcyclist with no insurance

Lack of rear light leads to big fine for motorcyclist with no insurance

Pulled over for travelling without a rear light, the rider ended up with a $598 ticket for driving without insurance
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Canucks vs. Oilers: B.C. and Alberta premiers place bet on series outcome

Canucks vs. Oilers: B.C. and Alberta premiers place bet on series outcome

B.C. Premier David Eby and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith have wagered on the Vancouver-Edmonton series. Here’s what’s at stake.
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Different takes on lessons of Holocaust at Victoria memorial event

Different takes on lessons of Holocaust at Victoria memorial event

One speaker says Israel has been unfairly presented as oppressors in war, while another appeals for peace, saying: “Can we stand with those who we are oppressing today?”
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Saanich residents express worry about massive change amid debate over new Official Community Plan

Saanich residents express worry about massive change amid debate over new Official Community Plan

Proposal would see a taller Saanich, with buildings up to 18 storeys along major corridors.
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Princess Anne gives sailboat a royal sendoff from yacht club

Princess Anne gives sailboat a royal sendoff from yacht club

Bill Norrie got dressed up in hopes of a send-off from the princess as he and wife Cathy headed off on an 18-month sailing trip
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North Saanich accused of favouring complainers over community in closing pickleball courts

North Saanich accused of favouring complainers over community in closing pickleball courts

Those signing an online petition want the district to consider sound-mitigation measures to address noise complaints from nearby homes, rather than shutting down the courts
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Victoria only city so far to pass B.C. home-building target

Victoria only city so far to pass B.C. home-building target

The carrot for municipalities that meet targets comes in the form of provincial cash for amenities, such as parks, bike lanes and recreation centres.
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