Joel Tansey

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Boundary swap deal now in hands of province

Metchosin mayor doesn't expect any wrinkles from Ministry

Newly-named director of tennis Russ Hartley hopes the tennis centre at Bear Mountain can be about more than just wicked forehand winners and powerful serves, as he hopes to foster a strong sense of community among the membership.

Tennis community excited for Bear Mountain centre

Eight-court facility will be unique in Western Canada

Newly-named director of tennis Russ Hartley hopes the tennis centre at Bear Mountain can be about more than just wicked forehand winners and powerful serves, as he hopes to foster a strong sense of community among the membership.
Use of this crosswalk on Sooke Road near the Luxton Fairgrounds can create a hazard for westbound drivers who are blinded by late afternoon sun and unable to see the lights, area residents say.

Sooke Road stretch can be dangerous, say area residents

Jan. 31 head-on crash no surprise to nearby homeowners

Use of this crosswalk on Sooke Road near the Luxton Fairgrounds can create a hazard for westbound drivers who are blinded by late afternoon sun and unable to see the lights, area residents say.
It’ll be a full-on football festival this weekend at City Centre Grill, but the highlight will surely be the big game on the restaurant’s signature 165 inch TV.

Football fever takes over Langford’s City Centre Park

A veritable football festival is planned for Super Bowl Sunday at City Centre Park in Langford.

It’ll be a full-on football festival this weekend at City Centre Grill, but the highlight will surely be the big game on the restaurant’s signature 165 inch TV.

Vehicle rolls over during ‘tricky’ West Shore road conditions

No major injuries were reported after a vehicle rollover early Friday morning on Latoria Road

Tents sit on pallets outside the Choices Transitional Home in View Royal. The shelter's operator, Our Place Society, is requesting a year's further extension from Town of View Royal to use the former youth correctional centre for temporary housing.

Our Place Society seeks new deal for Choices home

View Royal council to hear from public on extended temporary use permit

Tents sit on pallets outside the Choices Transitional Home in View Royal. The shelter's operator, Our Place Society, is requesting a year's further extension from Town of View Royal to use the former youth correctional centre for temporary housing.
A referendum was held in Metchosin on Saturday to decide the fate of a land swap involving Langford and Beecher Bay First Nation.

Metchosinites give green light to land swap

Over 75 percent of the ballots cast in Saturday's referendum were in favour of the proposal.

A referendum was held in Metchosin on Saturday to decide the fate of a land swap involving Langford and Beecher Bay First Nation.
Colwood Mayor Carol Hamilton (left) and councillor Cynthia Day pause for a photo with newly named Fire Chief John Cassidy at the beginning of council’s Jan. 23 meeting.

Colwood officially names new chief for fire department

Acting Chief John Cassidy takes the helm from retired Kerry Smith

Colwood Mayor Carol Hamilton (left) and councillor Cynthia Day pause for a photo with newly named Fire Chief John Cassidy at the beginning of council’s Jan. 23 meeting.

Further delay for accused in Beckett crash death

Lawyer for Kenneth Jacob Fenton awaiting final report from Independent Investigation Office before entering plea

Colwood rethinks hike in one-time secondary suite fee

Council opts to wait for review before deciding on new initial fee

Belmont Bulldogs lineman Dontae Bull will suit up with Fresno State University, an NCAA Div. 1 school that will allow him to play against some of the best college football programs in the U.S.

From one ’Dog to another: Belmont football player selects college

Dontae Bull commits to Fresno State University for the 2017-18 season

Belmont Bulldogs lineman Dontae Bull will suit up with Fresno State University, an NCAA Div. 1 school that will allow him to play against some of the best college football programs in the U.S.
Ryan Kozina, whose mother helped generate interest in a girls’ field lacrosse academy program, shields the ball from a chasing defender. Kozina’s younger sister, Brooke, will be among the many girls who will have an opportunity to sign up for the new academy that’s scheduled to begin this fall.

Girls field lacrosse academy likely coming to Royal Bay

Proposal to add program will move forward if 30 or more girls sign up

Ryan Kozina, whose mother helped generate interest in a girls’ field lacrosse academy program, shields the ball from a chasing defender. Kozina’s younger sister, Brooke, will be among the many girls who will have an opportunity to sign up for the new academy that’s scheduled to begin this fall.
Danielle Boudreau tests her sprint time at Belmont secondary last week. The test was part of a Canadian Sport Institute session at the school that looked to promote an active lifestyle and discover candidates for national sports programs.

Belmont secondary athletes test their skills

Canadian Sport Institute aims to identify future Olympians while promoting active and healthy living

Danielle Boudreau tests her sprint time at Belmont secondary last week. The test was part of a Canadian Sport Institute session at the school that looked to promote an active lifestyle and discover candidates for national sports programs.
The flag outside Wishart elementary flies at half mast following the tragic death of a 9 year-old student in a Sunday collision.

Colwood school in mourning for girl killed in Sunday crash

Nine-year-old was a well-liked student at Wishart elementary, a player with Juan de Fuca Minor Hockey

The flag outside Wishart elementary flies at half mast following the tragic death of a 9 year-old student in a Sunday collision.
A resubmission of the plans for Colwood Corners by developer Onni Group includes a design more in line with what the City of Colwood envisions for its town centres.

Colwood Corners development now more pedestrian friendly

Public spaces, aesthetics also improved under revised plan

A resubmission of the plans for Colwood Corners by developer Onni Group includes a design more in line with what the City of Colwood envisions for its town centres.
A $21.5 million investment in Royal Roads University was announced on Thursday which will see a renovation of the heritage Mews building and a two-storey addition at the school's Centre for Environmental Science and International Partnership.

UPDATED: $21.5 million investment announced for Royal Roads University

Reports that the DND is looking to part with school's property hasn't affected projects, university president confirms.

A $21.5 million investment in Royal Roads University was announced on Thursday which will see a renovation of the heritage Mews building and a two-storey addition at the school's Centre for Environmental Science and International Partnership.
Brayden Friesen will begin preparing for the 2017 BMX World Championships as soon as the track at the Juan de Fuca Rec Centre reopens for the season.

Juan de Fuca club rider getting excited for World Championships

16 year old accomplished goal of qualifying to ride on international stage

Brayden Friesen will begin preparing for the 2017 BMX World Championships as soon as the track at the Juan de Fuca Rec Centre reopens for the season.
Belmont dancers went through a full dress rehearsal on Saturday in advance of their upcoming winter shows, taking place in the school's theatre this Friday and Saturday (Jan. 20 and 21).

Dreaming big: Belmont dancers ready for winter show

Dance program performance to feature choreographed routines from students

Belmont dancers went through a full dress rehearsal on Saturday in advance of their upcoming winter shows, taking place in the school's theatre this Friday and Saturday (Jan. 20 and 21).
Metchosin Commnity Hall filled up on Monday night for a town hall meeting regarding a proposed boundary shift that also includes Beecher Bay First Nation and Langford. Metchosinites will vote on the issue in a Jan. 28 referendum.

Metchosinites fill up Community Hall for land swap town hall

A positive message emerged from discussion that included Beecher Bay council members.

Metchosin Commnity Hall filled up on Monday night for a town hall meeting regarding a proposed boundary shift that also includes Beecher Bay First Nation and Langford. Metchosinites will vote on the issue in a Jan. 28 referendum.

West Shore boundary swap deal passes another hurdle

Metchosin referendum and provincial approval remain the biggest obstacles for the deal's completion.