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Harold Brumwell carved model airplanes from scratch, not from a kit, many of which are on display at the BC Aviation Museum. (Michele Berod)

97-year old Island man will fly a plane for the first time

Sidney’s Harold Brumwell to fulfill a lifelong dream of flight

Harold Brumwell carved model airplanes from scratch, not from a kit, many of which are on display at the BC Aviation Museum. (Michele Berod)
This jade sculpture, about 14 inches tall, was stolen from the Mary Winspear Centre between 11:30 and 1 p.m. on Friday. (Mary Winspear Centre)

$40,000 sculpture stolen from Sidney art show

Jade sculpture lifted on Friday morning

This jade sculpture, about 14 inches tall, was stolen from the Mary Winspear Centre between 11:30 and 1 p.m. on Friday. (Mary Winspear Centre)
Connor Way, 17, won four gold medals and one bronze at his first modelling competition in Los Angeles. (Hugo Wong/News Staff)

Island teen faces tough choice between modelling, football

North Saanich student earns big honours at California competition

Connor Way, 17, won four gold medals and one bronze at his first modelling competition in Los Angeles. (Hugo Wong/News Staff)
The Spirit of British Columbia. (File)

Ferry turns back after passenger takes a fall

Spirit of B.C. still in Swartz Bay, says BC Ferries

The Spirit of British Columbia. (File)
Victoria airport workers rally on Tuesday

Victoria airport workers rally on Tuesday

Food service workers call for improved working conditions

Victoria airport workers rally on Tuesday
A sled dog with an amazing past shows a young pug the ropes

A sled dog with an amazing past shows a young pug the ropes

A local school bus driver and passionate dog lover has written his…

A sled dog with an amazing past shows a young pug the ropes
Allison Fundis of the Ocean Exploration Trust gives reporters a tour of the remotely operated vehicle Hercules, used to explore the deep ocean. (Hugo Wong/News Staff)

Live-streaming ancient undersea volcanoes in HD

16-day expedition to map underwater seamounts

Allison Fundis of the Ocean Exploration Trust gives reporters a tour of the remotely operated vehicle Hercules, used to explore the deep ocean. (Hugo Wong/News Staff)
Woodwynn Farms is currently closed, pending a sale to an unknown buyer. (Hugo Wong/News Staff)                                Woodwynn Farms is currently closed, pending a sale to an unknown buyer. (Hugo Wong/News Staff)

Woodwynn Farms sold to B.C. government

Therapeutic-recovery community is the goal, but no on-site housing planned

Woodwynn Farms is currently closed, pending a sale to an unknown buyer. (Hugo Wong/News Staff)                                Woodwynn Farms is currently closed, pending a sale to an unknown buyer. (Hugo Wong/News Staff)
Minister of Defence Harjit Sajjan announces a new marine mammal survey at the Institute of Ocean Sciences in Sidney, B.C. (Hugo Wong/News Staff)

Summer-long marine survey off B.C. coast the largest of its kind

Scientists to learn more about little-known whales

Minister of Defence Harjit Sajjan announces a new marine mammal survey at the Institute of Ocean Sciences in Sidney, B.C. (Hugo Wong/News Staff)
Sidney ballplayer wins Seattle skill competition

Sidney ballplayer wins Seattle skill competition

Nolan Weinmeyer was the only Canadian chosen

Sidney ballplayer wins Seattle skill competition
Cyclist Vincent Nadon is riding from Victoria to Montreal to raise funds for Crohn’s and Colitis Canada. (PHOTO CONTRIBUTED)

Chronic disease no obstacle for ultra-cyclist

Cross-Canada ride raises funds for Crohn’s disease

Cyclist Vincent Nadon is riding from Victoria to Montreal to raise funds for Crohn’s and Colitis Canada. (PHOTO CONTRIBUTED)
Jim and Catherine Gowans of Omnivore Acres want to build a tiny home or cabin for a farm worker, but they say the process is cumbersome. (Hugo Wong/News Staff)

For farmers, accommodation is key for local food

Jim and Catherine Gowans, who run Omnivore Acres, are up and working…

Jim and Catherine Gowans of Omnivore Acres want to build a tiny home or cabin for a farm worker, but they say the process is cumbersome. (Hugo Wong/News Staff)
Chronic disease no obstacle for B.C. ultra-cyclist heading across Canada

Chronic disease no obstacle for B.C. ultra-cyclist heading across Canada

Cross-Canada ride raises funds for Crohn’s disease

Chronic disease no obstacle for B.C. ultra-cyclist heading across Canada
Witnesses wanted for Sidney crash

Witnesses wanted for Sidney crash

Crash happened June 16 on East Saanich Rd. and Canora Dr.

Witnesses wanted for Sidney crash
Stew Pearce, a VIU alumnus, is monitoring Canada geese to determine population levels and migration habits to help the City of Nanaimo identify management strategies. — Vancouver Island University photo

Feasting geese concern farmers

For farmers on the Saanich Peninsula, cereal crops like corn are starting…

Stew Pearce, a VIU alumnus, is monitoring Canada geese to determine population levels and migration habits to help the City of Nanaimo identify management strategies. — Vancouver Island University photo
B.C. Ferries MV Klitsa slides out of Brentwood Bay with a full load of passengers enroute to Mill Bay. (File)

An upstart ferry company might be a Malahat alternative

A new ferry service might alleviate Malahat congestion. Dogwood Ferries is a…

B.C. Ferries MV Klitsa slides out of Brentwood Bay with a full load of passengers enroute to Mill Bay. (File)
Man found dead on Central Saanich beach

Man found dead on Central Saanich beach

Paddleboarder spotted him and attempted first aid

Man found dead on Central Saanich beach
The lineup at the Brentwood Bay ferry terminal stretched to the West Saanich Road roundabout on May 24 following a fuel truck rollover on the Malahat which closed the road until midnight. (Hugo Wong/News Staff file)

MLA prefers more ferries over bridge for Saanich Inlet

Increased car traffic could overwhelm Pat Bay, says Olsen

The lineup at the Brentwood Bay ferry terminal stretched to the West Saanich Road roundabout on May 24 following a fuel truck rollover on the Malahat which closed the road until midnight. (Hugo Wong/News Staff file)
CRD CUPE members vote overwhelmingly in favour of strike

CRD CUPE members vote overwhelmingly in favour of strike

Strike action would require 72‑hour strike notice issued

CRD CUPE members vote overwhelmingly in favour of strike
The gray jay, or whiskey jack, is a local resident and was named Canadian Geographic’s choice for national bird. Steve Phillips photo

Vancouver Islander helps repatriate the Canada jay

With former name restored, Team Canada Jay hopes official bird status will soon follow

The gray jay, or whiskey jack, is a local resident and was named Canadian Geographic’s choice for national bird. Steve Phillips photo