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Wild raccoon wrangled inside home after fighting with B.C. familyTypically, animal control would handle an issue such like this, but Mounties said it was unable to attend, spurring the officers into action.EnvironmentAug 24, 2023
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Narrow strip of concrete voted Greater Victoria’s ‘jankiest sidewalk’The annual contest asks capital region residents to vote on the worst sidewalk in the region in an effort to bring attention to pedestrian safety and dangerous infrastructure.CanadaAug 15, 2023
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Prolific offender charged after 20 vehicle break-ins investigated by Saanich, B.C. policeIn January 2023, Saanich, B.C., investigators were notified that a series of thefts from vehicles were happening in the municipality as well as the Greater Victoria area.CrimeMar 24, 2023
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2 charged in home invasion, 2017 Victoria machete attack: Oak Bay policeOn Sunday, officers arrested 30-year-old Kaspar Handspiker in the Maple Ridge, B.C., area in connection with the machete attack.CrimeJan 19, 2023
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B.C. to spray for invasive spongy moths on Vancouver Island this springThe Ministry of Forests says the spraying is planned for the Greater Victoria area and Vancouver Island communities of Courtenay, Campbell River and Port Alberni.EnvironmentJan 13, 2023
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Island Health issues toxic drug warning for Greater Victoria, B.C.Island Health officials are worried about the illicit drug supply in the area, as some of it may be tainted and toxic.HealthOct 6, 2022
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B.C. driver dragged 30 metres while trying to stop thief from stealing his carThe 56-year-old suspect has been charged and remains in custody. Police describe him as a repeat offender with a "lengthy criminal record."CrimeOct 4, 2022
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West Shore RCMP seeking two suspects for separate indecent exposure incidentsPolice in Victoria are looking for suspects responsible for at least two indecent exposure incidents that happened on local trails in July and September.CrimeSep 21, 2022
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Heat warnings issued for most of B.C.; up to 40 C forecast for some regionsAs a heat wave sweeps into B.C., peak daytime high temperatures are expected to occur Wednesday to Friday. Then, a slow cooling trend is likely next weekend to early August.CanadaJul 25, 2022
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No charges approved against Vancouver Island driving school ownerThe BC Prosecution Service says no charges have been approved against Steve Wallace, a well-known driving instructor in Greater Victoria.CanadaNov 25, 2021
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