Video shows pepper spray attack in Victoria as youth suspects sought
The Victoria Police Department is looking for help identifying three youths involved in an attack on two individuals on the 600-block of Yates Street in downtown Victoria.
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No merger: BC Conservatives rejected non-competition deal, BC United says
BC Conservatives have rejected a non-competition deal proposed by BC United, the party formerly known as the BC Liberals says, putting an end to talks about a possible merge between the two parties.
Michael Stipe photo of Kurt Cobain sets personal record at Vancouver auction
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Someone has been stealing bronze vases from graves in Nanaimo, RCMP say
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Border workers' potential strike could lead to long lines at Canadian crossings
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70% of accidental deaths in B.C. prisons due to toxic drugs: coroner's report
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Premier won't commit to public inquiry in tragic death of Port Alberni boy
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Hackers release corporate data stolen from London Drugs
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Mounties investigating after woman found unconscious in stolen car in Langford, B.C.
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Nanaimo senior creates magical moments with public gnome homes
“Hello,” Charlie Pickard says after leaning down to knock on a small, colourful door attached to the trunk of a tall tree. “Anybody home?”
Lost wallet returned after 33 years, inspiring new friendship
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'It's pure joy!': B.C. pilot takes 96-year-old grandma on meaningful flight
“Good to see you,” Ryan Godard says before giving his 96-year-old grandma a big hug and walking her towards the small airplane. “Let’s get you prepped.”
Starbucks fan on decades-long journey to visit every store in the world
A Starbucks fan — whose name is Winter — is visiting Canada on a purposeful journey that began with a random idea at one of the coffee chain's stores in Texas.
B.C. woman's lifelong birthday wish comes true after unexpected message from elementary school classmate
Karen Harrison made the same birthday wish every year from age six to age 50. When she had given up hope, it finally came true.
Galápagos Islands mail mystery solved after phone call from stranger
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