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Bachelor party rescues man from capsized boat near Victoria

Bachelor party rescues man from capsized boat near Victoria

A witness said the boat was going in circles before it went under.
Hot and dry long weekend concerns BC Wildfire crews

Hot and dry long weekend concerns BC Wildfire crews

Temperatures are forecasted to be unseasonably warm this weekend with highs into the 30’s for many areas.
Diamond Creek fire doubles in size in Canada

Diamond Creek fire doubles in size in Canada

The Canadian portion of the fire has grown from 1,700 hectares to over 4,000 since Thursday
Province unveils free tuition for kids in foster care

Province unveils free tuition for kids in foster care

BC Premier John Horgan announced an expanded tuition waiver program Friday in Nanaimo for those living in Provincial care.
Oak Bay resident revises grand dictionary of Canadianisms

Oak Bay resident revises grand dictionary of Canadianisms

Stefan Dollinger spent a decade updating the Dictionary of Canadianisms on Historical Principles
B.C. schools brace for more students, teachers

B.C. schools brace for more students, teachers

Hiring 3,500 more teachers going well, Education Minister Rob Fleming says
Last chance for summer sizzle?

Last chance for summer sizzle?

Environment Canada has issued a special weather alert as temps are expected to reach 30 degrees this weekend.
Province stepping in to protect ancestral remains

Province stepping in to protect ancestral remains

The province plans to make an application to the courts under the Heritage Conservation Act
Campers urged to stay out of back country this long weekend

Campers urged to stay out of back country this long weekend

While no ban is in place, patrols will be stepped up as officials expect hot and dry conditions to continue.
Firefighters from around B.C. help battle Elephant Hill wildfire

Firefighters from around B.C. help battle Elephant Hill wildfire

“We’re here to help as much we can.”
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