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Mark Brennae

Crime

VicPD releases video of downtown pepper spray attack

Mark Brennae
May 24, 2024

Results of a VicPD survey suggest Victorians are feeling progressively less safe downtown—both day and night—than in the past.

City Hall

Vic city council wants more parking—outside the downtown core

Mark Brennae
May 24, 2024

“The most realistic outcome of this motion is that city staff work with private developers to get additional public parking in new developments," said Coun. Matt Dell.

Business

Caleb Beyers: Artist with big reach dies at 42

Mark Brennae
May 17, 2024

"He created countless stellar brands for businesses that make Victoria a bit more wonderful.” - friend Adam Olsen, MLA for Saanich North and the Islands.

Municipal

Pickleballers hold sound test in Oak Bay, hoping to save North Saanich courts

Mark Brennae
May 16, 2024

“If the option is close the court or use a particular paddle, that’s a pretty easy decision,” said Tessa Graham, VRPA vice-president.

Community

Buccaneer Days starts spring this weekend in Esquimalt

Mark Brennae
May 9, 2024

Also new this year is a park-and-ride with a shuttle (by donation) leaving the parking lot on Canteen every 30 minutes. There’s also a bike valet with all donations going toward sports groups at Esquimalt High.

Community

Turn out the lights, the pickleball is over on these North Saanich courts

Mark Brennae
May 8, 2024

The Wain Park pickleball court was officially closed effective as of 7:30 yesterday morning, mere hours after an overflow crowd packed the city council’s chamber, many there to appeal the closure.

Housing

Tenants in an Esquimalt building worry they may be renovicted

Mark Brennae
May 1, 2024

Residents at 519 Sturdee received eviction notices so the new owner can renovate

The Royal Family

Princess Anne to overnight aboard a naval ship during 2-day stay next week

Mark Brennae
Apr 26, 2024

The Maritime Museum and a riding club among activities planned for the princess