Islander

Sidney manufacturer proves big things afoot on the Island

Andrew A. Duffy / Times Colonist

A massive coal stacker-reclaimer destined for North Vancouver is taking shape in a cavernous, non-descript hangar tucked into the industrial park east of Victoria International Airport. The 231-. . .

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Entertainment

Country star Kip Moore coming back to Island as ‘thanks’ for Sunfest fun

Mike Devlin / Times Colonist

Nashville country star Kip Moore is coming back to Vancouver Island for a trio of dates that will serve as a thank you for the raucous reception he received at Lake Cowichan’s Sunfest country music. . .

Local

A wheeler dealer's collection goes up for auction in Nanaimo

John Mackie / Vancouver Sun

The A-Aabaca Book Bin used to boast it was “the home of a million books” on its sign on Vancouver’s Granville Street. Owner Lloyd Cartwright might have still had that many when he died in . . .

Food & Drink

Eric Akis: Give your breakfast added flair

Eric Akis / Times Colonist

Many people have toast topped with a preserve or other spread for a quick breakfast. But if you’re not in a rush and are feeling adventurous, why not turn that toast into something a bit more . . .

Sports

All set for Westhills Stadium grand opening on Saturday

Cleve Dheensaw / Times Colonist

Even Langford Parks and Recreation manager Cory Manton, who is used to his town’s progressive and streamlined approach to development, seemed in awe as he toured the media around Westhills Stadium . . .

Local

Dad’s invention for disabled daughter gets recognition at national contest

Richard Watts / Times Colonist

A device developed by a Saanich father to keep his disabled daughter’s diaper dry has taken second prize in a Canadian national contest. The CareChanger, a sensory device that monitors for . . .

Opinion

To stay cool, leave house windows closed or open?

Phillip Jang / Times Colonist

The assumption here is that you want to keep your house as cool as possible in hot weather without resorting to air conditioning.

Islander

Why can't you find a doctor?

Lindsay Kines ,  Cindy E. Harnett / Times Colonist

Is there a “shortage” of doctors or are other factors at work? Why are young doctors opting out of family practice, where are they going and what’s the impact on patients when they’re unable to find a physician?

Local

Lifetime ban from Empress for pepperoni seagull fiasco has been lifted

Katie DeRosa / Times Colonist

After he inadvertently trashed one of its room with packs of pepperoni and a flock of seagulls, the Empress Hotel has granted a Nova Scotia man a pardon and lifted a lifetime ban. Seventeen years. . .

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