Proposed changes would improve firefighter compensation, 24-hour response times: fire chief
Each day, residents at the Sooke Shelter Society are walking the community to pick up trash
Taking place on Feb. 26, the walk will raise funds to help buy food, blankets and clothes
Ethan Ostropolski is finding purpose and connection through work
Mayor Maja Tait said the increased population will bring increased costs, but the district is ready
The Sooke Arts Council will continue its mission, however, and is on the hunt for a new location
After more than 20 years, local staple to close in March to make way for new development
Former Catholic bishop dead at 97; Pope Francis kissed de Roo’s ring for his role in Vatican II
Service club works weekly in Sooke Harbour Cemetery to keep property ‘neat and tidy’
‘I had the best career,’ says Fred Parker, 88
While the dog was killed, conservation officer says wolves pose no direct risk to humans
Thefts from vehicles saw especially large increases, but recent arrests appear to have helped
Wednesday event organized in response to impending SD62 staff vaccination/testing requirement
Students gain real-world experience, residents gain access to treatment, often for first time
Residents will elect a mayor and six councillors in the civic election in October
Don Denton collecting and preserving details of mostly unknown photographers
Saturday’s event was co-organized by We Unite Canada and the Victoria BC Convoy for Freedom
More detail on public engagement sought before council gives staff direction on plan
The district has asked the province for funding
Habitat for Humanity Victoria and the Community Social Planning Council have approached the city
