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A new testing device is likely to be approved in the next few days but critics are wary. (Peninsula News Review File)

New roadside testing device can’t identify drug impairment says Vancouver lawyer

Lawyer says similar devices vulnerable to court challenge, testing for drugs different to alcohol

A new testing device is likely to be approved in the next few days but critics are wary. (Peninsula News Review File)
Central Saanich’s Thrifty Foods has started running it’s weekly Sensory Friendly hour. (Google image)

Central Saanich Thrifty’s gets glowing reviews for its Sensory Friendly shopping

Lights dimmed, music killed for an hour once a week

Central Saanich’s Thrifty Foods has started running it’s weekly Sensory Friendly hour. (Google image)
The Central Saanich Fire Department, along with crews from Sidney and North Saanich, responded to a boat fire shortly after 3 a.m. on Tuesday. (Photo courtesy of the Central Saanich Fire Department)

Fire crews extinguish early morning boat fire in Central Saanich

Firefighters saved nearby home from further damage

The Central Saanich Fire Department, along with crews from Sidney and North Saanich, responded to a boat fire shortly after 3 a.m. on Tuesday. (Photo courtesy of the Central Saanich Fire Department)
John Dead Provincial Park is to be called LÁU,WELNEW/John Dean Provincial Park in future. (Nick Murray/News Staff)

Sign of the times: Park to be called John Dean and ȽÁU,WELNEW

Adam Olsen confirms park to be named ȽÁU,WELNEW/John Dean Provincial Park

John Dead Provincial Park is to be called LÁU,WELNEW/John Dean Provincial Park in future. (Nick Murray/News Staff)
Carbon dioxide is more abundant in the atmosphere than at any other point in humanity’s history. (Luis Sinco/TNS)

Carbon dioxide at highest levels for over 2.5 million years, expert warns of 100 years of disruption

CO2 levels rising rapidly, now higher than at any point in humanity’s history

Carbon dioxide is more abundant in the atmosphere than at any other point in humanity’s history. (Luis Sinco/TNS)
A swirling sea. Could Caddy be breeding in Alaska and seasonally travelling down to B.C? (Eric Neurath Submission)

B.C. group on the hunt for Cadboro Bay sea monster

British Columbia Scientific Cryptozoology Club investigating reports of Cadborosaurus

A swirling sea. Could Caddy be breeding in Alaska and seasonally travelling down to B.C? (Eric Neurath Submission)
Highland Games competitor James Gerrick about to toss the caber at a Highland Games gathering. (Black Press File)

156th Highland Games in Victoria welcomes back World Champion

Up to 15,000 spectators expected to soak up Scottish culture and watch athletes compete

Highland Games competitor James Gerrick about to toss the caber at a Highland Games gathering. (Black Press File)
A fuel surcharge is being imposed by BC Ferries, due to rising fuel costs. (Peninsula News Review File)

BC Ferries adds fuel surcharge

On average fares to rise 1.5 per cent on most routes starting June 1

A fuel surcharge is being imposed by BC Ferries, due to rising fuel costs. (Peninsula News Review File)
Greater Victoria youth rally around no-user-fee transit idea

Greater Victoria youth rally around no-user-fee transit idea

New generation of student leaders emerging, sustainability top of their agenda

Greater Victoria youth rally around no-user-fee transit idea
Extra sailings will be added to all routes over the May long weekend, one of the busiest times of year for travellers on BC Ferries. (BC Ferries photo)

BC Ferries announce extra sailings for May long-weekend

92 extra sailings scheduled on most popular routes

Extra sailings will be added to all routes over the May long weekend, one of the busiest times of year for travellers on BC Ferries. (BC Ferries photo)
In the court document showing 47-year-old Alan Charles Chapman is charged with first-degree murder in relation to the incident, Emily Caruana is named as the victim of the homicide. (Emily Caruana)

Court documents name young woman as Brentwood Bay homicide victim

Alan Charles Chapman faces first-degree murder charge in death of Emily Caruana

In the court document showing 47-year-old Alan Charles Chapman is charged with first-degree murder in relation to the incident, Emily Caruana is named as the victim of the homicide. (Emily Caruana)
LeBron has twice made interesting announcements when switching teams, although his latest move was a more low-key affair. (Associated Press File)

Rap videos, skydives and jerk chicken take-out, the top 10 weird and wonderful player unveilings

Top 10 player signing announcements in sports

LeBron has twice made interesting announcements when switching teams, although his latest move was a more low-key affair. (Associated Press File)
Central Saanich police say first degree murder charges have been filed. (Keri Coles/News Staff)

Murder charges laid in Brentwood Bay death after ‘violent struggle’

Alan Charles Chapman charged with first degree murder

Central Saanich police say first degree murder charges have been filed. (Keri Coles/News Staff)
Actually one of the more spacious cabins aboard the CCGS Vector. (Nick Murray/News Staff)

Coast Guard shows off Canadian can-do attitude around Vancouver Island

Coast Guard facilitates 40 scientific programs each year along the B.C. coastline

Actually one of the more spacious cabins aboard the CCGS Vector. (Nick Murray/News Staff)
Matt Grinnell readies himself before an abalone dive.(Nick Murray/News Staff)

Scuba scientists help save endangered marine life off Vancouver Island

Adult northern abalone numbers have plummeted 90 per cent

Matt Grinnell readies himself before an abalone dive.(Nick Murray/News Staff)
Central Saanich say a driver is currently under investigation after being found impaired at the wheel. (Peninsula News Review File)

Drug-driver vehicle hit and run in Brentwood Bay

Central Saanich say 364 crime files in April, including impaired driver smash

Central Saanich say a driver is currently under investigation after being found impaired at the wheel. (Peninsula News Review File)
The man riding his John Deere lawnmover down the side of the Pat Bay highway. (From @gibsonryan175 on Twitter)

Greater Victoria’s own ‘lawnmower man’ escapes authorities

Peninsula Mounties unable to catch up with Pat Bay highway driver

The man riding his John Deere lawnmover down the side of the Pat Bay highway. (From @gibsonryan175 on Twitter)
BC Ferries have announced two promotions, this summer. (Peninsula News Review File)

BC Ferries launches summer discount promotion

1,600 sailings discounted in effort to attract custom and spread ferry traffic

BC Ferries have announced two promotions, this summer. (Peninsula News Review File)
Central Saanich Police are appealing for witnesses following a dangerous driving incident. (Peninsula News Review File)

Teen street racer busted, police appeal for witnesses in Central Saanich

Police say the incident happened around noon on April 30 at 7700 block of Central Saanich Road

Central Saanich Police are appealing for witnesses following a dangerous driving incident. (Peninsula News Review File)
Sarah Kaufman performing a Muay Thai kick during sparring. (Adam Zugec)

Vancouver Island fighter chasing million-dollar prize

Victoria MMA star one of eight invited to compete in eight-month tournament

Sarah Kaufman performing a Muay Thai kick during sparring. (Adam Zugec)