Two meetings are scheduled for Monday, May 9 at the District of Sooke Council Chambers: Committee of the Whole, Open portion beginning at 6:30 p.m. (Agenda) Regular Council Meeting, beginning at 7:00 p.m. (Agenda) There is also a Special Meeting … Continue reading →
Wanted: A business partner for growing an online newspaper, turning it from a home-grown single-town success to a island-wide (and beyond) franchise-able business practice. It’s time that the information monopoly on Vancouver Island be challenged. Britt Santowski has successfully launched … Continue reading →
–SPN News Every action has an equal and opposite reaction, and every crisis has its fair share of opportunists looking to earn some easy money. The crisis at Fort McMurray is such a crisis. Sooke residents wanting to securely donate to northern … Continue reading →
Last month, an SPN letter writer (Chris Burt) indicated she had lost her very sentimental bracelet. This morning, the following letter was in our inbox. –Chris Burt This arrived in the mail today and I was a bit overwhelmed. Apparently Mr. … Continue reading →
A CTV news story is reporting that a lack of lightning suggests that the Fort McMurray fire is probably person caused. Human are the source of many Canadian forest fires, starting from carelessly tossed cigarette butts and improperly extinguished camp fires. “Humans cause … Continue reading →
–from Suzanne Viau The members of Sooke Harbour Toastmasters congratulate Tania Ehman (pictured, centre) for winning 1st place at the International Speech contest held during the Division 21 Toastmasters Conference on Saturday April 30. Division 21 Toastmasters serves Vancouver Island, Richmond, Delta, Surrey, White … Continue reading →
Sunday, May 22, 10am – 4pm: Sooke Fire Station CRD and IBC Sponsor Shake Zone Tour for Earthquake Awareness The Capital Regional District (CRD) is teaming up with the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) to help ensure British Columbians are … Continue reading →
The Purina® Walk for Dog Guides wants to make more life-changing matches possible for Canadians with disabilities, and on June 19th, Sooke is hosting one of more than 200 walks taking place across the country this spring. “Dog Guides make the world … Continue reading →
The BC Government announced today that the first of two minimum wage increases is set to take place on September 15. At that time, minimum wage will increase to $10.85/hour. Currently, the minimum wage in BC is $10.45. A second … Continue reading →
The eighth annual Biker Blessing and Thunder Run happens this coming Saturday, May 7, at the Knox Presbyterian Church (2110 Church Rd.) Arrive by 11 and meet and greet with other riders. The blessing happens at 11:3o, after which there’s … Continue reading →
