others also read... An allegation of harassment against the Esquimalt Fire Department cost the municipality $22,000 to investigate, but the municipality is keeping the details tightly under wraps.

others also read... Families are needed to adopt puppies to be trained as guide dogs.

Prince Charles and his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, arrive in Victoria today (Nov. 6). The four-day stopover is part of an 11-day cross-country tour of Canada, which began in St. John’s, Nfld. The trip also includes stops in Quebec and Ontario.

Prime Minister Stephen Harper welcomes Prince Charles and his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall to Canada Monday for a 11-day cross-country visit, which includes a visit to Victoria.

others also read... An alternate radio system and higher wages for police officers could add $40 to the average property tax bill for Victoria and Esquimalt residents next year.

others also read... The Victoria Hospitals Foundation is launching its fall campaign to buy six ventilators. The foundation's gala, called Visions 2009, takes place Nov. 14 at the Fairmont Empress. The black-tie evening includes an elegant sit-down dinner, entertainment and auction.

others also read... The Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce is concerned about the level of uncertainty concerning the ongoing presence of local television and cable services in our community and markets across the country.

others also read... Are you serious Betty Gibbens? If you think adding or replacing some more grass and throwing in a few more signs are going to stop people from learning while in Beacon Hill Park I think you’re a tad confused.

Longtime Need crisis line volunteer Hubert Meeker works the phone at the call centre. others also read...

While paramedics became eligible for the H1N1 vaccine this week, fire departments are still waiting. Victoria fire Chief Doug Angrove said all first responders should have been included.

others also read... Local clothes designers, food, music and a bar are on offer to get people warmed up for winter.

others also read... While paramedics became eligible for the H1N1 vaccine this week, fire departments are still waiting. Victoria fire Chief Doug Angrove said all first responders should have been included.

others also read... Thirty shelter beds introduced in 2008 have lost their provincial funding, despite operating at full capacity last winter.

others also read... Planning for major repairs and maintenance such as painting or roof replacement is important when you’re a homeowner. When you own a condo, though, it’s absolutely vital.

I wonder how many people in our community and throughout the world are as bewildered and outraged as I am when reading news reports on mass vaccinations planned against the so-called H1N1 virus.

Cougars' forward Anthony Hordyk swipes for a loose puck in front of Saanich Braves goalie Tanner McGaw at Archie Browning last week. others also read...

UVIC students wear paper bags over their heads and carry posters as they stand outside the McPherson Library building Thursday during a protest organized to draw attention to the images used in popular media that depict bodies as perfect rather than real.

others also read... Spectators dressed as witches, vampires — and even those dressed as torchbearers — cheered and waved Canadian flags on Halloween as the Olympic torch descended onto Ganges via seaplane.

others also read... I have been an artist all my life. I have exhibited my work internationally in one-man exhibitions in the former Soviet Union, Scotland, Iraq, the U.S. and Canada. I’ve worked extremely hard to make this happen with no direct help from government.

others also read... Immigrants to Canada have to learn many things when they arrive here. Learning how to live green is a new addition to that list. With that in mind, the Victoria Immigrant and Refugee Centre is now providing eco-tips for new Canadians in four different languages.