4+ day, 1+ hour ago   (166+ words) Published 9:34 am Thursday, September 10, 2026 By Saanich News staff Saanich Police have issued a warning after drivers were caught zipping past a school bus during the first week back to school. “$368 is the fine for passing a school bus with its…...

3+ day, 20+ hour ago   (425+ words) Published 2:12 pm Thursday, September 10, 2026 By Rod Link/Terrace Standard WARNING: This article contains details about a sexual assault and may be disturbing to some readers. If you or someone you know has been impacted by sexual violence, contact the 24-hour…...

4+ day, 4+ hour ago   (336+ words) Published 5:45 am Thursday, September 10, 2026 A new commemorative crosswalk outside the Sooke Legion is creating a visible tribute to veterans while marking the branch’s 100 years of service. The crosswalk was installed at the entrance to Royal Canadian Legion Branch 54 on Eustace…...

3+ day, 22+ hour ago   (776+ words) Published 11:59 am Thursday, September 10, 2026 Sooke’s flat sewer bill is headed down the drain. Council gave first three readings Sept. 8 to a new wastewater bylaw that would make water consumption part of the calculation — meaning heavy users will pay more while…...

5+ day, 1+ hour ago   (339+ words) Published 9:00 am Wednesday, September 9, 2026 A three-course dinner and an exclusive cuddle lounge are on the menu next month to help pets in need on the South Island. The BC SPCA Offleashed Gala Victoria will take over the Crystal Ballroom at…...

5+ day, 19+ hour ago   (1770+ words) Published 3:00 pm Tuesday, September 8, 2026 More than two dozen new lawsuits filed in California are calling for a jury trial against OpenAI and its CEO in the aftermath of the fatal mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge in February. The 30 lawsuits were…...

5+ day, 23+ hour ago   (394+ words) Published 10:22 am Tuesday, September 8, 2026 A new facility designed to give some of B.C.’s most vulnerable animals a second chance opened its doors on Vancouver Island this week. The BC SPCA officially celebrated the grand opening of its Vancouver Island Animal…...

6+ day, 21+ hour ago   (204+ words) Published 12:45 pm Monday, September 7, 2026 Police received numerous reports of thefts from vehicles parked on De Goutiere Place, Chilco Road and Kaleigh Lane after incidents occurred overnight between Sept. 5 and the early morning of Sept. 6. Investigators identified two male suspects after…...

6+ day, 17+ hour ago   (427+ words) Published 5:00 pm Monday, September 7, 2026 Central Saanich and a late summer fair have been synonymous since 10 Peninsula farmers first gathered in a field in 1868, a pioneer tradition that continued this weekend. Hosted by the North and South Saanich Agricultural Society, the…...

1+ week, 4+ hour ago   (169+ words) Published 5:45 am Monday, September 7, 2026 By Peninsula News Review staff As students return to the classroom this fall, the Sidney/North Saanich RCMP is reminding motorists to exercise caution, reduce speed and obey all school zone signage to ensure the safety…...