The Sasseenos outage appears to be fixed; a new outage in East Sooke is now an issue for over 600 customers. The previous outage appears to be fixed: The Juan de Fuca Emergency Program alerted local residents of a power … Continue reading →
Avoid excessive debt! Take control of your financial situation: Live within your means Where to begin? To live within your means, you need to know what you’re spending, have a plan and stick to it! Step 1: Understand your spending … Continue reading →
The Province is seeking nominations for its newest provincial honour, the Medal of Good Citizenship, which recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the well-being of their communities. Launched in July 2015, the Medal recognizes exceptional British Columbians who … Continue reading →
Starting November 10, 2016, a new commemorative licence plate is available in British Columbia for recipients of the Memorial Cross. “Our troops sacrifice so much for Canada, and we are grateful for their service,” said Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Todd … Continue reading →
After 14 years, expanding beyond some students’ public education, the Supreme Court of Canada handed down a decision that, for once and for all, restores classroom sizes to 2002 levels. The BC Government and the BC Teachers Federation has been battling … Continue reading →
Following is the SPN Gallery of the Remembrance Day celebrations in Sooke, from November 11, 2016. All photos are by Britt Santowski/SPN. Photos are best viewed larger. To do that, click on a photo and then use your cursor button … Continue reading →
Original Youtube video here.
In Sooke today, the Remembrance Day Ceremony takes place at the cenotaph at Sooke Legion, 6726 Eustace Rd. Ceremonies typically begin at 10:45. Remembrance Day (sometimes known informally as Poppy Day) is a memorial day observed in Commonwealth of Nations member states … Continue reading →
The Capital Regional District (CRD) Board has agreed to borrow up to $6.1 million to complete two sections of the E&N Rail Trail – Humpback Connector for completion by 2019. A loan authorization bylaw will follow this decision for approval … Continue reading →
This week’s poll looks at Christmas. When should stores begin hauling out their ornaments and Muzak? Are you okay with the Little Drummer Boy in the background in August, or would you rather wait until December? Weigh in, and once … Continue reading →
