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Fewer cruise ships next year

Port had banner season in 2012

Alberta studies fracking

Researchers in Alberta are digging into a controversial technique used to extract natural gas and oil that some say causes earthquakes.

Tickets, popcorn boost Cineplex

Cineplex doubled its profits in the third quarter as the movie exhibitor countered a decline in moviegoers with higher priced tickets and more sales at its concession stands.

Fort Cafe kicks off fundraiser for reopening

A groundswell of support appears to have convinced the owners of the Fort Street Cafe to try it all again. The popular cafe, which will close its doors at 742 Fort St.

Pridham joins Oak Bay Beach

Brian Pridham has joined the Oak Bay Beach Hotel as manager of the Boathouse Spa & Baths.

Enbridge Q3 profit falls short

Enbridge Inc. improved its third-quarter profit over the same period last year but fell just short of analyst estimates.

Slight drop in cruise ship visits expected for next year

Fewer cruise ships will sail into Victoria next year, the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority said Thursday. A total of 211 ships carrying 466,000 passengers and 206,000 crew members is expected to make port in 2013.

NHL lockout major hangover for brewer

Molson Coors said the NHL lockout has forced the beer company into the penalty box by reducing beer sales across Canada for marquee brands.

DC comics sells monthly titles online

DC Comics is expanding the reach of its digital comics by selling its monthly titles through iTunes, Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Rising gold stocks keep losses in check

North American markets sold off Wednesday as early relief over a clear-cut winner from the U.S.