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A rezoning endorsed by Saanich council will allow dental offices and four residential rental units on the triangular lot just north of McKenzie

The incident happened in the 1700-block of Elgin Road last week, and the suspect was known to both victims, police said

Justice Veronica Jackson ruled last week that Cameron Gagne should get a new trial because his lawyer and the prosecutor failed to tell the court about the relationship.

The building is now called the Bhalla Centre for Trades Education and Innovation, after Tara and Sela Bhalla

Oak Bay police found a 43-year-old male exiting the backyard of a neighbouring property who was already under conditions not to be on St. Patrick Street

The homeowner told police she heard a loud banging on the side of her house and saw the male when she stepped onto the deck.

Brian Jonker will replace Harold Cull, who is retiring Dec. 30 after 12 years with what is now the fastest-growing school district in B.C.

The supportive-housing section will have a separate entrance controlled by an adjacent office. On the rental-housing side, 70 per cent of the units will be subsidized.

Exhibits on wildlife photography, Indian chintz and the music of resistance are on tap for 2025, as the HMS Discovery ship replica, waterwheel and cannery displays reopen.

Giving Tuesday is a day to think of others — those in need, those less fortunate, those who have made mistakes and could use a hand.