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Ron Willems photos/courtesy Castaway Wanderers Youth rugby numbers are increasing for the Castaway Wanderers Rugby Football Club.

Young players hit CW pitch

With approximately 75 Mini players, the club expects to hit the 100 mark soon

Ron Willems photos/courtesy Castaway Wanderers Youth rugby numbers are increasing for the Castaway Wanderers Rugby Football Club.
Oak Bay is looking at how to broaden use of the cenotaph site.

Cenotaph site and ceremony to be more accessible, inclusive

Task force looks at recognizing all veterans and faiths

Oak Bay is looking at how to broaden use of the cenotaph site.
Oak Bay realtor Graham Bavington and mortgage broker Chris Gill offer their suggestions for first-time home buyers wading into the housing market.

Timely tips for first-time home buyers

From securing a mortgage to unexpected extra expenses, here’s what you need to know

Oak Bay realtor Graham Bavington and mortgage broker Chris Gill offer their suggestions for first-time home buyers wading into the housing market.
Sarah Sproull and Nick Walker, from Frontrunners in Saanich, welcome participants to Sunday’s Oak Bay Half-Marathon, 10K, relay and kids’ fun run.

Lace up for Oak Bay Half-Marathon

Half, 10K, Relay and Kids Fun Run fill Oak Bay streets Sunday, May 29

Sarah Sproull and Nick Walker, from Frontrunners in Saanich, welcome participants to Sunday’s Oak Bay Half-Marathon, 10K, relay and kids’ fun run.
Martin Kent, a CAHPI-registered home inspector with Fairholme Building Inspectors, says drainage and roof issues are among the common issues in Oak Bay older homes. Other areas of concern include asbestos, buried oil tanks and knob-and-tube wiring.

What to watch for in Oak Bay’s older homes

Oak Bay home inspector reveals the top 5 issues home buyers might find

Martin Kent, a CAHPI-registered home inspector with Fairholme Building Inspectors, says drainage and roof issues are among the common issues in Oak Bay older homes. Other areas of concern include asbestos, buried oil tanks and knob-and-tube wiring.
Mike Griffin, a second-year player on the University of Victoria Vikes golf team, eyes a putt during play at Uplands Golf Course.

Vikes tee up for successful season

Team looks to continue momentum in Salem, Or. this week at the NAIA Corban Spring Invitational

Mike Griffin, a second-year player on the University of Victoria Vikes golf team, eyes a putt during play at Uplands Golf Course.
Marty Erletz, of Pillar to Post Home Inspectors, advises prospective homeowners to get as much information as they can about a home before buying.

Home inspections: what to know before you buy

Expert advice to help home purchasers understand the home they're buying

Marty Erletz, of Pillar to Post Home Inspectors, advises prospective homeowners to get as much information as they can about a home before buying.
Oak Bay High track athletes Evelyn Jordan (left), Rio Lagos Davison, Oleg Saldyga and Sophie de Goede get ready for the team’s annual compost fundraiser.

Oak Bay track and field team digs in for fundraiser

Oak Bay High’s annual compost sale brings good earth to local gardeners March 31 to April 2

Oak Bay High track athletes Evelyn Jordan (left), Rio Lagos Davison, Oleg Saldyga and Sophie de Goede get ready for the team’s annual compost fundraiser.