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Grim show-and-tell gives students a reality check on risky behaviours

Former community coroner Maureen Wint heaves open the stainless steel door of a body vault in the morgue of Victoria General Hospital and slides out an empty metal stretcher.

Capacity of bus a safety concern, union says

B.C. Transit's attempt to introduce five new shuttle buses in Victoria could negatively affect negotiations now underway with unionized drivers. Canadian Auto Workers Local 333 president Ben Williams said he has issues with the Vicinity.

Commentary: Waiting for Canada's next great orator

By Doug FirbyThe stunning oratorical performance by the tainted, yet immensely talented, Bill Clinton at the Democratic convention in the U.S. drove home a painful truth for us long-sufferers north of the 49th parallel.

Editorial: Bad budgeting means more cuts

The provincial government has suddenly discovered, almost halfway through the fiscal year, that it has again failed in the core task of budgeting.

Deaths & Funerals

BAILY, John Russell Passed away unexpectedly on September 11, 2012. John was born in Widness, England on April 15, 1943. He emigrated to Canada with his family in 1955.

Kate stresses medical care for children in her first speech outside U.K

Prince William's wife, Kate, stressed the importance of specialized medical care for seriously ill children Thursday in her first speech outside the United Kingdom.

Scientists rally at noon today

Scientists and their supporters will gather in downtown Victoria at noon today to rally against the federal government's cuts to scientific programs.

Mount Doug students get reality check on dangerous behaviour during tour of morgue

Former community coroner Maureen Wint heaves open the stainless steel door of a body vault in the morgue of Victoria General Hospital and slides out an empty metal stretcher.

Government's switch puzzles union leaders

The B.C. government’s decision to review its bargaining mandate while in the middle of contentious negotiations with tens of thousands of workers — many of whom have started strike action — has bewildered union officials.

Calendar

TODAY Red. Belfry Theatre presents its new production of the Tony Award-winning play by John Logan. Tonight through Oct. 14 at the Belfry Theatre, 1291 Gladstone Ave., Tuesday through Saturday at 8 p.m., matinée Saturday at 4 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m.