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1,330 new BC COVID-19 cases and 31 deaths in BC, January 16-18, 2021
Since last Friday, there have been 1,330 more diagnosed COVID-19 cases in B.C., and 6,865 cases being actively monitored. January 16: 584 new cases January 17: 445 new cases January 18: 301 new cases Case Counts: Total cases in B.C. … Continue reading →
A reporters footage from inside the Capitol siege, January 6, 2021 (credit: New Yorker)
Inside the Capitol Building, January 6, 2021. From the New Yorker, using a provided embed code. Early on, reference is made an “IO” war. IO stands for Information Operation. For more information on what that means, click here. See the … Continue reading →
Opinion: A second impeachment is just the start of Trump’s legal woes (The Conversation)
Thomas Klassen, York University, Canada By becoming the first president to be impeached twice, Donald Trump’s controversial and divisive term as president is reaching a surreal ending. Although he will likely remain in office and finish his term on Jan. … Continue reading →
“Evil Offering” bicycle valued at $11K stolen, Victoria
Victoria PD press release Patrol officers are asking for your help in recovering an $11,000 custom-built mountain bike that was stolen on January 9th. At some time during the day on Saturday, January 9th, the bike was stolen from … Continue reading →
Heading into the pandemic, Canada’s highest paid CEOs made 202 times more than average worker pay in 2019
OTTAWA––Heading into the COVID-19 pandemic, Canada’s 100 highest-paid CEOs made 202 times more than the average worker made in 2019, according to a new report from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA). While this gap narrowed slightly compared to … Continue reading →
Wounded Warrior Run 2021 hosts virtual 10K fundraising run
The annual Wounded Warrior Run, created to increased public awareness and financial support for Wounded Warriors Canada, is scheduled for February 21 to 28, 2021. Wounded Warriors Canada is a national mental health service provider utilizing clinical best practices and evidence-informed care to … Continue reading →
Itching for injection: Number of Canadians who say they want to be vaccinated ASAP against COVID-19 surges
–Angus Reid Poll Half of Canadians believe the amount of time they’ll have to wait for vaccination is too long Canadians appear to be transitioning from a place of professed caution to enthusiastic compliance when it comes to their willingness … Continue reading →
509 new BC COVID-19 cases and 9 deaths in BC, January 15, 2021
Since yesterday, there have been 509 more diagnosed COVID-19 cases in B.C. Case Counts: Total cases in B.C. since the pandemic began: 60,117. Of the new cases, the breakdown is as follows: Vancouver Coastal Health: 101 new cases Fraser Health: … Continue reading →
Sooke man among those arrested by West Shore RCMP
Media release, West Shore RCMP West Shore 2021-01-14 09:35 PST File # 2021-494 On January 8th, 2021, the West Shore RCMP Crime Reduction Unit tracked down and arrested a 31-year-old male suspect who was wanted for several outstanding warrants including … Continue reading →
536 new BC COVID-19 cases and 7 deaths in BC, January 14, 2021
Since yesterday, there have been 536 more diagnosed COVID-19 cases in B.C. Case Counts: Total cases in B.C. since the pandemic began: 59,072. Of the new cases, the breakdown is as follows: Vancouver Coastal Health: 102 new cases Fraser Health: … Continue reading →
519 new BC COVID-19 cases and 34 deaths in BC, January 13, 2021
Since yesterday, there have been 519 more diagnosed COVID-19 cases in B.C. Case Counts: Total cases in B.C. since the pandemic began: 59,072. Of the new cases, the breakdown is as follows: Vancouver Coastal Health: 117 new cases Fraser Health: … Continue reading →
First Nations Leadership Council angered by feds continued delay tactics regarding Jordan’s Principle
January 13, 2021 FNLC Statements on Canada’s Decision to Continue Fighting First Nations Kids in Court. (Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)/Vancouver, B.C.) The First Nations Leadership Council (FNLC) is extremely disappointed and angered about Canada’s decision to appeal the most … Continue reading →
Q & A on the Indian Act with Bob Joseph
The Vancouver Island Regional Library is hosting a Q & A on the Indian Act with Bob Joseph. Thursday, January 28, 2021 Time:2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Branch: Sooke, All Venue: Virtual Zoom Webinar Join for a live virtual conversation … Continue reading →
446 new BC COVID-19 cases and 9 deaths in BC, January 12, 2021
Since yesterday, there have been 446 more diagnosed COVID-19 cases in B.C. and 7,238 people are actively being monitored. Case Counts: Total cases in B.C. since the pandemic began: 58,553. Of the new cases, the breakdown is as follows: Vancouver … Continue reading →
Letter: Development is coming, engagement is low, second chance to contribute comes this spring
–Chris Moss What we need to hear The District of Sooke is developing a new Official Community Plan (OCP). An OCP is the principal municipal planning tool that develops a vision for the future of the Sooke community and establishes … Continue reading →
January 6 traffic stop in East Sooke leads to seizure of firearms and drugs
Traffic stop leads to seizure of firearms and drugs Frontline officers in Sooke were busy conducting proactive patrols and traffic stops this past week and one of these stops resulted in the seizure of a firearm, imitation firearms and drugs. … Continue reading →
Martin Kerr Performing for Sooke Folk
Happy New Year Sooke! On Saturday, January 16th the Sooke Folk Music Society is proud to sponsor Martin Kerr as the featured performer for the first coffee house of 2021. These monthly interactive events have been live on ZOOM since … Continue reading →
1,475 new BC COVID-19 cases and 22 deaths in BC, January 9-11, 2021
Since Friday, there have been 1,475 more diagnosed COVID-19 cases in B.C. and 7,313 people are actively being monitored. January 9: 538 new cases January 10: 507 new cases January 11: 430 new cases Case Counts: Total cases in B.C. … Continue reading →
Gallery: High tide attracts surfers to Sooke (Gregory Varano photos)
-Gregory Varano, Sooke photojournalist Here are some photos from the Whiffen Spit early this morning. The tides were high and frequent this morning which attracted surfers from all over our region. It provided some fantastic surfing and some dramatic moments … Continue reading →
617 new BC COVID-19 cases and 18 deaths in BC, January 8, 2021
Since yesterday, there have been 617 more diagnosed COVID-19 cases in B.C. and 8,755 people are actively being monitored. Case Counts: Total cases in B.C. since the pandemic began: 56,632. Of the new cases, the breakdown is as follows: Vancouver … Continue reading →
West Shore RCMP investigate hit-and-run that occurred late night Jan 5
–West Shore RCMP media release The West Shore RCMP is currently investigating a report of a pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle. The collision occurred on January 5th, 2021, at approximately 11:15 p.m. A woman was walking through the … Continue reading →
761 new BC COVID-19 cases and 8 deaths in BC, January 7, 2021; restrictions extended to Feb 5
Since yesterday, there have been 761 more diagnosed COVID-19 cases in B.C. and 8,849 people are actively being monitored. Case Counts: Total cases in B.C. since the pandemic began: 56,015. Of the new cases, the breakdown is as follows: Vancouver … Continue reading →
LETTER: Metchosin Councillor distances from peer who travelled to Mexico in December
Marie-Térèse Little, Councillor, District of Metchosin, Most people in our community have made outstanding efforts to adhere to the Provincial Health Order of November 19, 2020, suspending all events and social gatherings to significantly reduce COVID-19 transmission related to social … Continue reading →
625 new BC COVID-19 cases and 8 deaths in BC, January 6, 2021
Since yesterday, there have been 625 more diagnosed COVID-19 cases in B.C. and 8,719 people are actively being monitored. Case Counts: Total cases in B.C. since the pandemic began: 55,254. Of the new cases, the breakdown is as follows: Vancouver … Continue reading →
Washington descends into chaos, Democrats win both seats in Georgia
Scenes of chaos unfolded in Washington on January 6, 2021. Shots have been fired from inside the Capitol building, one person has died after being shot while inside the building, and another three died from medical-related causes. A mob of … Continue reading →
Note on Password Change notifications
Hi everyone, A few of you may have received a notification saying that your password on SPN has been changed. That was me changing it, when SPN was hacked. These accounts goes back to the days of subscriber access, which … Continue reading →
West Shore RCMP arrest armed suspect after several hour stand off (Dec 31, 2020)
On December 31st, 2020, at approximately 10:40 p.m. the West Shore RCMP were called to a residence near the 2700 block of Spencer Rd in Langford for a report of a male suspect who had pointed a loaded handgun at … Continue reading →
428 new BC COVID-19 cases and 8 deaths in BC, January 5, 2021
Since yesterday, there have been 428 more diagnosed COVID-19 cases in B.C. and 8,596 people are actively being monitored. Case Counts: Total cases in B.C. since the pandemic began: 54,629. Of the new cases, the breakdown is as follows: Vancouver … Continue reading →
Photos: Surfers populate the waters at Whiffin Spit (Rick Armour)
The two photos come from Rick Armour, who captured a sunny moment in Sooke on Whiffin Spit, where surfers dotted the seas.
Continue reading →New poll: Politicians and international travel during this pandemic
Weather warnings prevail from West Vancouver Island to Victoria
It will be wet and windy for the next little while. The following alerts come from Environment Canada, and the latest can always be found on the SPN Weather page. Alerts for: Greater Victoria Warnings 10:30 AM PST Monday 04 … Continue reading →
2,211 new BC COVID-19 cases and 45 deaths in BC, January 1-4, 2021
Since January 1 (SPN missed reporting on December 31, due to a hack attack), there have been 2,211 more diagnosed COVID-19 cases in B.C. and 8,785 people are actively being monitored. January 1: 565 new cases January 2: 607 new … Continue reading →
SPN is back up, for now … which raises the question, how important is media to you?
–Britt Santowski A deep cleaning and five days of investigations have gone in under the engine at SPN. For now, it’s back up and running, with additional security. The attacks began on December 30, 2020, taking down the site on … Continue reading →
Rainfall warning for West Vancouver Island, Port Renfrew and up
The Weather SPN “Windy” tool is showing that the rainfall warning will impact Port Renfrew and anything northwest from there. We will get rain in Sooke, it will be soggy, but more will be felt up-Island. From Environment Canada: Rainfall … Continue reading →
485 new BC COVID-19 cases and 11 deaths in BC, Dec 30, 2020
Since yesterday, there have been 485 more diagnosed COVID-19 cases in B.C. and 9,320 people are actively being monitored. A new order is being issued to reduce alcohol consumption over new year’s eve, with sales ending at 8 pm on … Continue reading →
If you’re going to dump trash, ensure your address isn’t advertently included
The following post appeared on Facebook today, regarding garbage dumped near Langford. From the post: Details: The condition of the item is “used” and in “fair” condition. In the message: “To the people who dumped this on the beginning of … Continue reading →
Rainfall warning for West Vancouver Island, Port Renfrew and north
Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for West Vancouver Island. Using the Windy tool on the SPN weather page, it looks like heavy rainfall is expected for the western and northern parts of Vancouver Island, from Port Renfrew up. … Continue reading →
2,206 new BC COVID-19 cases and 74 deaths in BC, Dec 25-29, 2020
Since last Thursday, there have been 2,206 more diagnosed COVID-19 cases in B.C. This is for a five day period, with a breakdown as follows: Dec 25: 512 new cases Dec 26: 447 new cases Dec 27: 424 new cases … Continue reading →
First COVID-19 U.K. variant case documented in B.C., Island Health region
Dr. Bonnie Henry, B.C.’s provincial health officer (PHO), and Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, have issued the following joint statement announcing the first confirmed case of a person in British Columbia infected with the COVID-19 variant first identified in the … Continue reading →
582 new BC COVID-19 cases and 12 deaths in BC, Dec 24, 2020
Since yesterday, there have been 582 more diagnosed COVID-19 cases in B.C. Case Counts: Total cases in B.C. since the pandemic began: 48,609. Of the new cases, the breakdown is as follows: Vancouver Coastal Health: 107 new cases Fraser Health: … Continue reading →
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Britt’s doing a fabulous job! Very difficult work, extremely long hours… and she has to put herself out there to “those unforgiving critics”. It’s not easy… but I can always count on SPN to do it right!
So awesome!! Keep up the great work 🙂
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